Villiers shield before works

A 1920’s commemorative heraldic monumnent by Ernest and Mary Gillick set in the grounds of the Moravian church, 381 Kings Road, Chelsea, London. The monument tells the story of Sir Thomas More’s estate from 1524 onward.

The monument is carved from oak and was found in a perilous condition. Much of the wooden structure was rotten and had suffered a large amount of loss. It had suffered the ravages of the weather over the years and had then been allowed to dry out causing the further damage resulting in extensive loss. To prevent any further damage a thorough plan of action was devised and works began to conserve and restore this unique work of art before it was too late.

The structure was removed from site and taken to the workshop. Here a thorough analysis of its condition was carried out, from this treatment plan was devised and then set into motion.