Renovation and Restoration

The field of renovation and restoration focuses on the respectful preservation, restoration and repurposing of existing objects. These often have archaeological, historical or contemporary value.

As metal restorers, we carefully consider the treatment of wrought iron or cast iron objects. We look at the materials used, the manufacturing technique, the authenticity, the origin, the (restoration) history, the possible presence of marks and the style.

Then we look at the condition of the metal. We perform physical interventions with materials and techniques that cause as little damage as possible to the original and retain as much authenticity as possible.

Ox Iron Art’s conservators have backgrounds as silversmiths, artists and museum conservators. They have a lot of knowledge about European (art) history and are specialized in (re)creating historical metal objects.

We have our own foundry and workshop. We have extensive experience in designing and modeling castings.

Ox Iron Art, in addition to major restoration projects, also does a lot of restoration of smaller historical works of art. Think of balconies, lanterns, gates & fences and stairs in historic buildings. In addition, clients call on us for the repair of street lamps, chandeliers and actually all historical pieces that are made of wrought iron and cast iron.