Door in
Gothic Suite
The Gothic Suite of Casa
Grande showcases beautiful ceilings. Visitors on Tour 2 will enjoy
the 14th Century ceiling in Mr. Hearsts bedroom with its panels
of medieval figures. Originally in the House of Jews
at Teruel in the province of Aragon, Spain, the ceiling, frieze,
and doors have benefited from the skill of conservators.
The elaborate door pictured above required mold fabrication to replace
deteriorated and missing parts. Painstaking analysis determined
the colors to be used in restoring the painted portions.
As is the case with all conservation projects, extensive documentation
and state of the art materials ensure the preservation of these
treasures for future generations to enjoy.
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