PAPER MACHE
RESTORATION PROCESS

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Before

Broken 40-inch trunk and tusks as well as dry rotted interior – this vintage Elephant Head needed restoration!

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Before

The trunk was cracked in half and had to be completely rebuilt starting inside the head.

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Before

The tusks also needed to be repaired.

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4

During

An inner structure was created, so the trunk could be attached to the head again. The tusks were reattached using the same technique. Many areas needed to be re-sculpted before painting could be initiated.

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After

The trunk was repainted to blend with the original color and detail of the Sergio Bustamante sculpture.

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After

The restoration of this elephant trophy required a great deal of time and skill.

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