Retouching a 17th century painting | Art restoration Artemisia Gentileschi Self Portrait | 11 of 14

Watch as Larry Keith, our Head of Conservation and Keeper, begins the task of retouching some of the areas of damage seen on Artemisia Gentileschi's 'Self Portrait'.

Watch the next episode, where a new frame for the painting is chosen:    • Choosing a frame | Art restoration of...  

Artemisia Gentileschi's 'Self Portrait as Saint Catherine of Alexandria' is currently undergoing restoration treatment. This was made possible with Art Fund support.

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