This statue of Perseus (situated in the ground of Eton College), had developed corrosion products and layers of atmospheric dirt/black sulfation after being un-protected in the outdoor environment. In steam cleaning the loose corrosion products from the surface, remnants of the substrate original patina were found in place. The existing patina was selectively treated with weak applications of cold patina chemicals to uniform the surface, then the sculpture was cleaned of all contaminants and hot waxed. This work was performed for Cliveden Conservation

The sculpture had lost its lustre due to the break down and wind abrasion of its protective wax coatings. Additionally, the work had begun to lose its carbon black patina in areas due to sitting water and biological material. Once affected areas had been degreased and selectively patinated, the work was re-waxed and buffed to restore its high lustre and original intended aesthetic.

Halcyon conservation was contracted to both locate and re-attach the broken branch.

Once located both faces of the break were lightly abraded with red scotch-brite mops, and then degreased. Once fitted with a supporting armature, the branch was TIG welded into position, and then fettled of any excess bronze. Lastly the area was re-patinated, chemically rinsed and waxed.