The Mantel Clock called “Allegory of Sciences” before its restoration
Our Restoration Process
Example of a typical restoration done on clocks in our workshop
Dismantling the clock
Removing the bronze mounts and the mechanism apart
The bronze elements, partially dismantled
Cleaning a bronze mount
Before and after the first cleaning
Rinsing the bronze mount
Drying the bronze mount
Before and after a thorough cleaning
Dismantling the movement
Taking off the dial
The movement being dismantled, with wheels to one side
The spring removed from the barrel
The clock’s elements after cleaning and before re-assembly
Before and After Restoration of the “Allegory of Sciences” Mantel Clock