Kingsdown Restoration

About Mona Kanafani
Mona is highly qualified and experienced in the restoration and conservation of period and contemporary picture and mirror frames and antique furniture, specialising in traditional water gilding and oil gilding.

She has vast experience in cultural heritage using a variety of materials and techniques, such as:

Boulle furniture

Japanned lacquer

Wood carvings

Metal work

French polishing

Conservation for UK museums, galleries and private foundations

Polychromed decorative objects and simulated paint effects on wood, leather and fabric including bespoke reproduction

Conservation for paintings in collaboration with highly qualified painting conservators

Porcelaine and faience conservation

Analysis and research to enable objects to be better technically understood

Advise on the handling, storage and safe display of objects
Mona is based in London and is available to work on projects in her workshop or on site

You can contact her anytime on 07956379554 or using the contact form below.
Work Experience

BAFRA Accredited

Having received her Bsc .(Hons) Restoration and Conservation from University, Mona is also fully BAFRA accredited. For more information on BAFRA visit http://www.bafra.org.uk/

TATE Britain

Mona is contracted frequently by TATE Britain in order to help with restoration of rare and unique frames. This extensive experience allows her to work with delicate and precious pieces with confidence.

Buckingham Palace

Mona worked at Buckingham Palace over two summers, helping to prepare for the summer exhibition. Her valuable work ensured that all the objects were ready for the opening.

Guildhall Art Gallery

Mona worked at the Guildhall Art Gallery for several months on frame restoration and conservation.
Projects

Below are some of Mona's projects, demonstrating her wide range of experience and worksmanship. Check the blog for ongoing updates and more recent work.
Some Testimonials

Greg

"Mona's work is excellent. The quality of her restoration is top notch!"

Anna

"Very professional and reliable. She restored one of my frames to near perfect condition."

Hala

"I had a very badly damaged chair that I loved. Thought it was ruined, but Mona restored it, good as new!"

Julian

"Mona has worked on numerous projects for me. Her work is always of the highest quality. I would definitely recommend her"
Contact Mona anytime on 07956379554 for more information or to discuss any work you would like done.

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