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In the workshops of The Phoebus Foundation, the late medieval limestone altarpiece of Saint-Denis-en-Broqueroie is currently undergoing a thorough restoration. Once richly polychromed, the piece shows signs of centuries of neglect: yellowed varnish, soot, grime, and numerous paint losses. The focus is on the delicate polychromy \u2013 the color palette that once brought the altarpiece to life \u2013 and the treatment of the limestone support.<\/p>\n\n

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Front before treatment<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

One of the most striking damages is the head of Christ, which has become detached from his body. This break is being carefully repaired: the head is reattached, the break surface filled, and subtly retouched. Several lost crockets \u2013 architectural details that once crowned the sculpture \u2013 are also being reconstructed based on style and remaining traces.<\/p>\n\n

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Test restoration right side<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

Prior to the actual treatment, the altarpiece was thoroughly examined. A condition report was drawn up, mapping all damage, dirt, and overpainting. During a test restoration, various methods were tested to reveal the original materials as respectfully as possible: from cleaning and fixing flaking paint to removing disturbing varnish layers. Step by step, the work is being brought closer to its original appearance \u2013 with respect for its history, and for the future.<\/p>\n\n

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In the workshops of The Phoebus Foundation, the late medieval limestone altarpiece of Saint-Denis-en-Broqueroie is currently undergoing a thorough restoration. Once richly polychromed, the piece shows signs of centuries of neglect: yellowed varnish, soot, grime, and numerous paint losses. The focus is on the delicate polychromy \u2013 the color palette that once brought the altarpiece to life \u2013 and the treatment of the limestone support. One of the most striking damages is the head of Christ, which has become detached from his body. This break is being carefully repaired: the head is reattached, the break surface filled, and subtly retouched. Several lost crockets \u2013 architectural details that once crowned the sculpture \u2013 are also being reconstructed based on style and remaining traces. Prior to the actual treatment, the altarpiece was thoroughly examined. A condition report was drawn up, mapping all damage, dirt, and overpainting. During a test restoration, various methods were tested to reveal the original materials as respectfully as possible: from cleaning and fixing flaking paint to removing disturbing varnish layers. 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