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Firm Offers First Aid Repair for Fine Art
Article by Jennifer Bush of the Orange County Register
Some might consider an oil painting with a cracked or torn canvas, smoke damage or excessive dirt beyond repair. But with the solutions and specialized techniques developed by John D. Foster of Newport Beach, fine art can be restored to its orignial luster. Foster and inventor, chemist, and artist carved his niche in the art world by combing his love for art with chemistry. He started a business under the name Foster Art Restoration 50 years ago. The company, now known as Pick Up the Pieces in Costa Mesa, Has become the largest art restoration company in the nation. "This is an emergency room for treasured items; you never known what's going to come through the door," said Chris Carter, Pick Up the Pieces manager. While the company has been recognized for its repair of sculptures and other objects crafted from porcelain, crystal, china, and marble, it can also perform the same magic on damaged oil paintings. Four professors of art on staff advise art collectors, museum curators, retailers and insurance companies on the best treatment plan for paintings in need of cleaning or repair.
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