John Leeke wrote:

>I am on a project that has an early wallpaper mural that has been damaged by
>water and smoke during a fire. The subject of the mural is a military
>celebration, possibly at West Point. The mural has dried out, but has brown
>water stains and a little soot.
>
>Could you pass along any names (and contact info) of wallpaper specialists
>who you know do good work? Or, let me know if you are one yourself?
>
>A complete new reproduction of the mural is also being considered. I know
>about Scalamandre and Bradbury & Bradbury, do you know of any other shops
>that can do reproductions?

You might think it's a long way to go for wallpaper but there are a number
of wallpaper specialists in Australia (three, to be exact) who could do
this job for you. The benefit would be the very favourable rate of exchange
with the Australian dollar right now which would considerably reduce the
cost. And flying wallpaper around the world wouldn't be all that expensive.
I'm also trying to think of the name of the French firm which specialised
in wallpaper murals in the 19th century. They're still in business and I'm
fairly sure had a number of American scenes in their catalogue. You might
actually be looking at a French panoramic paper. Got it: the name of the
firm is Zuber and I could probably find their details if you want them.
For starters, you could try Karman Grech at  [log in to unmask]  His website
is at http://www.geocities.com/Eureka/Gold/8317




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