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Restoration of an "António Duarte" guitar

This "António Duarte" guitar was deteriorated and in need of repairs. The photos show the initial condition and the final result. The restoration process included repairing parts of the top, re-gluing, tending to the finishes and touch-ups to restore the colour and texture as close to the original as possible. The guitar is ready to play with the character of the original instrument preserved.

Cavaquinho restoration

In its original state this cavaquinho was deteriorated with the texture and finishes in poor condition. The images show the final result after the restoration.

Cello repair and restoration

This cello had a broken neck-to-body joint and the surrounding finishes were in poor condition. The final result shows the problem repaired and the cello ready to play. The finishes were touched up to restore a colour and texture as close to the original as possible around the repaired area.

Mahogany neck

Neck for classical guitar in mahogany with a rosewood fingerboard. Carved with original details.

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