Before & after

The “TAD” carving on the top of the chest, before and after cleaning.

Before · After · Click either photo to open it full size.
The TAD carving on the top of the chest before cleaning, with the carved letters packed with dark grime and old shellac Before
Before cleaning: the letters packed with old grime and shellac, as found.Click the photo to open it full size.
The TAD carving on the top of the chest after cleaning, with the carved letters clearly visible After
After careful cleaning with denatured alcohol and cotton swabs (c. 2022) to reveal the carved letters.Click the photo to open it full size.
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