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How did they make spiral decorations and pearls on old frames?
It is true that a lot of work was hand carved, but many elements are made of what is called compo, the exact nature of which varies but is usually a resin, a whitening agent and glue. This material ...
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How did they make spiral decorations and pearls on old frames?
In many cases decorative elements such as spirals and pearls were hand-carved by skilled craftsmen.
The ornate spirals and pearls on gilded frames were often hand-carved using chisels and gouges.
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