John will give a talk illustrating this ancient technique of gilding with gold leaf – an art unchanged since the time of the Pharaohs.
This property is the basis for allowing gilded objects to give the illusion they are made of solid gold. John will give a talk illustrating this ancient technique of gilding with gold leaf – an art unchanged since the time of the Pharaohs.Free event, donations welcome.
Come early for coffee from 10.15 and if you would like to stay for lunch after the talk, please email [email protected]
Lunch - £10
John Brass is the author of Fish See Water: A Treatise on Gilding and works as a gilder and conservator.
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