by Plowden & Smith | May 13, 2020 | Uncategorized
During the lockdown, there is increased concern amongst some museum professionals about dust in museum buildings. Most people think of dust as being a result of human activity, therefore why is dust such an issue for museums at a time when they have no visitors and...
by Plowden & Smith | May 6, 2020 | Uncategorized
7 Key Points From Yesterday’s FT Weekend webinar “The Shift to Online Art Fairs: an exploration of how art fairs and the art market are adapting to online-only models” Introduction: Jan Dalley, Arts Editor, Financial Times Hosted by: Melanie Gerlis, Columnist &...
by Plowden & Smith | Apr 30, 2020 | Uncategorized
Impartial Conditions Reports are Key in Transition to Online Sales If the highest possible prices are to be achieved at online-only auctions, buyers must have complete confidence in the condition of what they are buying, highlighting the important role of an...
by Plowden & Smith | Apr 23, 2020 | Uncategorized
We sit down with Plowden & Smith Director and Head of Furniture Tom Palmer to chat about his long career in furniture restoration, and some of the more memorable projects he has enjoyed working on… FollowFollowFollowFollow What inspired you to become a...
by Plowden & Smith | Mar 10, 2020 | Uncategorized
FollowFollowFollowFollow This short film, made by the Victoria and Albert Museum, was first shown to visitors at TEFAF Maastricht 2020. Featuring Plowden & Smith Senior Furniture Conservator Oliver White, and shot in part at our London studios, the film gives an...
by Plowden & Smith | Mar 7, 2020 | Uncategorized
Victoria and Albert Museum FollowFollowFollowFollowFollow Visitors to TEFAF Maastricht may recognise a few familiar faces from Plowden & Smith in a special short film due to be shown at this year’s event in an area dedicated to TEFAF’s Museum Restoration Fund. The...
