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It was not possible to conserve any patinas under the thick plaster deposits. These bleak sections were chemically repatinated with cupric nitrate and sulfur compounds. The surfaces which were entirely greened at he exposed sections were touched up with acrylic resin and in part also with powdered pigments, the color being applied as a glaze. This technique allowed for all the sections to be visually connected and gave a homogeneous global look.
Auguste Rodin
Occasion for the Restoration
Restoration Concept
Stage 1
The placement of the support construction
The mounting of the support construction
Securing the support construction to the Gate
Drilling of the base
Cutting of the base and lifting
Movement of the structure by means of chain hoists
View of the back of the monument
Stage 2
Cleaning and conservation of the front of the Gate
Initial tests
Methodologies for the exposure of the metal
Stabilization with Incralac®
Touch-ups
Protective layer
The «Battista» Example
Stage 3
Measures undertaken on the back side
The support structure
The substitution of the lower support structure and frame
Transportation
The building of the transportation frame
Moving The Gates of Hell on to a low bed trailer
