Institutional Restoration
Revive institutional splendour with W.J. Sanders, the region’s foremost restorative goldsmith and silversmith. Accredited by the Australian Antique and Art Dealers Association (AAADA), distinguished expertise extends beyond routine repairs, effectively preventing base metal deterioration and expertly rectifying previous restoration errors. Trust in meticulous craftsmanship to restore institutional legacies with unparalleled excellence.
Our Services
Polishing
Illuminate your institution's legacy with W.J. Sanders Institutional Polishing Services. As Australia's final traditional silversmith, we bring expertise to tailor the perfect polish for your silverware and metals. Our artisans prioritise efficiency, quality, and environmental responsibility, ensuring a prompt and trustworthy service that preserves the historical and aesthetic value of each piece. Choose W.J. Sanders for timeless excellence in institutional polishing.
Restoration
Revitalise your institution with W.J. Sanders Restoration Services. As Australia's final traditional silversmith, our skilled artisans bring timeless excellence to professionally restore your silverware and metals. With a commitment to efficiency, quality, and environmental responsibility, choose W.J. Sanders to preserve the historical and aesthetic significance of your institution's treasures.
Elkington Centrepiece
2022
In collaboration with a NSW Government Institution's internal collection review, W.J. Sanders undertook the meticulous restoration of an early 19th-century Elkington centrepiece. Arriving in a severely tarnished state with missing palm fronds and a detached ostrich centerpiece, our skilled team crafted sympathetic replacement pieces. Through a three-stage polishing process, we seamlessly restored the original surface lustre. Witness the transformation of this historical masterpiece, preserving its charm and grandeur.