CERAMIC
RESTORATION PROCESS

1

Before

The Hippo, 20 inches high and 15 pounds, needed a strong base to support his weight.

2

During

The skateboard/base needed to be rebuilt to support the Hippo, who is balancing all 15 pounds on one leg.

3

During

Many steel pins in all the skateboard's broken areas provided support for the sculpture.

4

During

The bottom of the skateboard was reinforced with steel plates that were steel pinned before cementing.  

5

During

The reinforced bottom was then painted matching its original finish.

6

After

The Hippo on Skateboard is now ready for action! Restored to its original finish, there are no signs of being shattered.

7

After

He’s more stable than the original version and will continue to bring joy for many more years!