Painting Restoration & Conservation Services in Antwerp

At Eduardo Figueiredo Art Conservation, I specialize in the restoration of oil paintings on canvas and wooden panels, while also offering treatment for other techniques, supports, and contemporary artworks. Combining respect for historical authenticity with museum-quality techniques. Based in Antwerp Belgium, I work with oil paintings on canvas and wooden panels, offering both structural and surface treatments.

Canvas Repair: Tears and Holes

Old canvases often suffer from tears, holes, and weakened fibers. I carefully repair these damages using traditional conservation methods, ensuring that the canvas regains its stability without altering the original artwork.

Varnish Removal & Renewal

Over time, varnish becomes yellowed, darkened, or discolored, hiding the true colors of a painting. I provide safe varnish removal to reveal the original tones, followed by the application of a protective new varnish layer.

Cleaning of Oil Paintings

Paintings accumulate surface dirt, grime, and stains that obscure details. With controlled cleaning techniques, I remove dirt and pollutants while preserving the integrity of the original paint layer.

Treatment of Craquelure & Flaking Paint

Fine cracks (craquelure) and flaking paint are common issues in old paintings. Through careful consolidation and inpainting, I stabilize the paint layers and reintegrate areas of loss, restoring both strength and visual harmony.

Conservation of Wooden Panels

Wooden panel paintings can warp or suffer from structural weakness. I provide structural support, stabilization, and surface treatment, ensuring their long-term preservation.

Why Choose Professional Restoration?
Restoration not only enhances the beauty of a painting but also preserves its value and historical significance. Every step is fully reversible, in accordance with professional conservation standards.

If you are based in Antwerp or Belgium and wish to restore or conserve an old painting, please contact me for an assessment.

Each restoration begins with a thorough analysis of the painting to understand its condition, history, and the specific needs of the piece. If no structural damage such as tears or holes is present, the initial focus turns to cleaning the surface. This phase involves the careful removal of environmental pollutants and surface debris, revealing the original palette beneath.

Following cleaning, aged varnish is skillfully removed to restore clarity, contrast, and color depth. This process requires precision to ensure that the original paint layer remains untouched. Once the varnish has been lifted, any areas of lost or damaged paint are retouched using reversible, conservation-grade materials — carefully chosen to integrate seamlessly with the original work.

The final step in the process is the application of a fresh, protective varnish layer. This not only enhances the painting’s appearance but also safeguards it for the future. Each piece is unique, and restoration may include additional specialized treatments depending on the specific challenges it presents. With years of experience in conservation and restoration, I approach every project with deep respect for the artwork’s history and character — restoring its brilliance while preserving its soul.