RESTORATION
Art & object restoration
Priceless family heirloom or valued antique, both are handled with care and precision. Missing or broken, you’d be surprised what can be saved.
Free evaluation
Photos first. No cost to find out what’s possible.
Priced per repair
Every piece is different, so every quote is too.
50% to begin
Half up front, the rest when it’s finished.
What she repairs
Porcelain
Figurines, vases, heirloom china
Stone
Statues, carvings, garden pieces
Plaster
Busts, casts, decorative work
Terracotta
Pots, planters, sculpture
Concrete
Garden statues, fountains, urns
Wood
Carvings, frames, painted pieces
Composite sculpture
Resin and mixed-material pieces
Painting touch-up
Chips, scuffs and paint loss
How it works
1. Send photos
Two to four photos from a few angles, close-ups of the damage, and any broken pieces you still have.
2. Evaluation & quote
Angelina tells you what can be done, the price, and about how long it will take.
3. Deposit & drop-off
A 50% deposit starts the work. Angelina can pick up within about an hour of Huntsville. Otherwise drop-off is preferred, or the piece can be shipped.
4. Repair & return
Pay the balance when it’s done. Any shipping cost is agreed with you ahead of time and included in the price.
Past repairs
Before on the left, after on the right.
Blue porcelain unicorn
The new horn is pinned so it won’t break off again.
Salt-glaze stoneware pitcher
The colors were carefully matched and layered on.
Angel statue
Heavy adhesive and added structure hold this repair together.
Horse head bust
No matter how many pieces, a repair can usually be done.
Cherub and fish statue
Even when a part is completely gone, it can be rebuilt.
Plaster bust
Practice in sculpting and proportion makes it possible to fill in what’s missing.
Octagonal planter
Repairs can be made waterproof for weather and outdoor use.
Porcelain hunter and hounds
Keep every little broken piece. She can use them all!
Painted sculpture
Repairs can also be sealed to hold up to weather and everyday use.
Common Questions
How much does a repair cost?
It depends on the material and the damage. Send photos and you’ll get a free quote before any work starts.
Do I need to bring the piece in first?
No. The evaluation is done from photos. Once you go ahead, Angelina can pick the piece up within about an hour of Huntsville. Farther out, drop-off is preferred, and shipping can be arranged and built into the quote.
How long does it take?
Most repairs take 2 to 6 weeks, depending on the piece.
What if a piece is missing?
Missing parts can often be sculpted and finished to match. Mention it when you send photos.
Have a piece that needs saving?
Send a few photos. The evaluation is free.