Wilson Conservation and The Municipal Art Society of New York
Sculpture Conservation
I have had the privilege of working on a diverse array of public and private outdoor sculptures. These sculptures were crafted from materials including zinc, bronze, corten steel, fiberglass, and more. My responsibilities involve routine maintenance and in-painting for renowned artists such as Henry Moore, Yayoi Kusama, Jeff Koons, Auguste Rodin, Fernando Botero, and others. Additionally, I participated in the conservation efforts for New York City municipality sculptures, including monuments.
I have comprehensive training in waxing techniques, including hot waxing using a torch. Waxing contributes to reconditioning dry patinas, ensuring their uniformity and homogeneity.
Cleaning and re-waxing of the Bellringers Monument in Herald Park
Above is the routine maintenance of 'Clouds' by Yayoi Kusama on the 91st floor of the Summit Building. Treatment involved polishing the objects and removing dust and detritus.
'Private Passage' by Malcolm Cochran is a prominent public sculpture situated in Hudson River Park, NYC. Above is a before (left) and after (right) example of in-painting on the sculptures exterior to reduce appearance of abrasions.
The interior of the vessel requires routine vacuuming and polishing of the stainless steel.
A before (left) and after (right) example of in-painting on bronze patina on an undisclosed outdoor sculpture, 2024.