Hahn has a long tradition and reputation as being one of the finest restoration and conservation firms. We have worked on some of the major collections in Britain and most of the great masters' paintings have passed through their hands, as can be seen in our Client list.

We do two things - conserve, and restore. Conserving paintings means taking proper care of them, preserving them in the best possible condition both to prevent physical deterioration, and so that they can be seen they way they should - luminous and rich in colour. This involves such things as periodic re-varnishing, and protection from humidity.

If conservation is done correctly, it goes a long way in preventing the need for restoration. However, improper care may lead to damage which unfortunately needs repair. This may involve re-lining of a canvas, and filling large cracks. We strongly recommend the best possible care of fine art so as to make such steps unnecessary, and we are happy to provide information should you wish to contact us.

For more information on various aspects of conservation and restoration, see also Caring for paintings, Conservation, Painting qualities.