BEAST Posted May 23, 2018 Share #1 Posted May 23, 2018 I don't know if this was the correct place for this topic or if modeling would have been more appropriate. I recently received a WWII era plaster statue of an American Airman. This came from the studios of Hoosier artist E.M. Viquesney who created the "Spirit of the American Doughboy" that you see at many parks and courthouses. As you can see from the photos, the head sustained serious damage and I would like to repair it. Also, I would like to match the paint and would appreciate any recommendations to do so. I did pick up some ready made plaster to do the repair and am currently researching youtube videos and other sites for advices. Any thoughts you folks have would be greatly appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bodes Posted May 23, 2018 Share #2 Posted May 23, 2018 Matching paint color and repairing back of head could be difficult....Piece displays well, may want to leave as is...Bodes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwb123 Posted May 24, 2018 Share #3 Posted May 24, 2018 Matching paint color and repairing back of head could be difficult....Piece displays well, may want to leave as is...Bodes I was thinking the same thing. That is going to be a tough repair to pull off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BEAST Posted May 24, 2018 Author Share #4 Posted May 24, 2018 Thanks guys, I've considered it. Maybe what I need to do is stabilize it. I've read that white glue is the best to prevent further damage. Any thoughts or other options? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doyler Posted May 24, 2018 Share #5 Posted May 24, 2018 You may also try and contact someone who repairs pottery.We have a local Stoneware club and they have a person in the club who does repairs.I seen some handles on pitchers and repeirs to the edge/lip of crocks etc. Also reach out to member Kanemono(Dick).He may have some suggestions as to repair or paint finish.He is an outstanding artist and sculptor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluehawk Posted May 24, 2018 Share #6 Posted May 24, 2018 The repair can be done, fairly easily and not terribly expensively by any competent objects conservator. Regional museum curators or registrars are a good source for local referrals. This is one repair I would not try without professional help. Matching plaster type, securing new plaster to old, and stabilizing that metal armature are key issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garandomatic Posted May 24, 2018 Share #7 Posted May 24, 2018 Done this a few times for a local church's nativity pieces. Such a small spot, I personally wouldn't be too afraid of it if it were my job to fix. Difficult was matcing 100+ year old paint on a random white metal alloy piece that had fallen and lost an arm. Sculptor was one of Rodin's assistants. I didn't do the metal, but I nailed the paint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BEAST Posted May 24, 2018 Author Share #8 Posted May 24, 2018 You may also try and contact someone who repairs pottery.We have a local Stoneware club and they have a person in the club who does repairs.I seen some handles on pitchers and repeirs to the edge/lip of crocks etc. Also reach out to member Kanemono(Dick).He may have some suggestions as to repair or paint finish.He is an outstanding artist and sculptor Thanks Ron! I had forgotten about Dick, his miniatures are amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BEAST Posted May 24, 2018 Author Share #9 Posted May 24, 2018 The repair can be done, fairly easily and not terribly expensively by any competent objects conservator. Regional museum curators or registrars are a good source for local referrals. This is one repair I would not try without professional help. Matching plaster type, securing new plaster to old, and stabilizing that metal armature are key issues. Thanks Bluehawk, I'll check with the Indianapolis Museum of Art and see if they have any recommendations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BEAST Posted May 24, 2018 Author Share #10 Posted May 24, 2018 You may also try and contact someone who repairs pottery.We have a local Stoneware club and they have a person in the club who does repairs.I seen some handles on pitchers and repeirs to the edge/lip of crocks etc. Also reach out to member Kanemono(Dick).He may have some suggestions as to repair or paint finish.He is an outstanding artist and sculptor Ron, Thanks for the suggestion about the pottery clubs too. I'm sure we have some here that should be able to provide some guidance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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