Cleaning Artemisia Gentileschi's 'Self Portrait' | Art restoration | 2 of 14

What have we found so far during the restoration of Artemisia Gentileschi's 'Self Portrait as Saint Catherine of Alexandria'? Larry Keith, our Head of Conservation and Keeper, explains how the painting's appearance is changing as old varnishes are removed.

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This conservation treatment was made possible with Art Fund support.

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