Basket IAA

Basket IAA Restoration

This restoration project focused on an ancient glass bottle with a missing handle and part of the rim. To accurately reconstruct these elements, we began by researching analogies from similar historical objects to guide the sculpting process.

The missing sections were first modeled in putty to establish the correct shape and proportions. A silicone mold was then created, with the forms sculpted inside. Once the mold was prepared, epoxy resin (Araldite 2020) was poured in and left to cure fully over a period of four days.

After curing, the mold was carefully opened, revealing the newly cast transparent handle and rim section. These elements were refined through finishing and retouching to achieve visual harmony with the original glass. Finally, the reconstructed parts were securely joined to the bottle, restoring both its stability and its historical readability.