Monday, 24 September 2012

The Face Lift Continues

Before and After - the reconstruction of the Grande Madame of Gualdo continues. Scaffolding has been erected and the 1930 plaster is being chipped away by hand to reveal the locally hewn natural stone.

12th century building techniques are being used to restore the facade to its original honey coloured exterior.

Desperate for the completion of the outside so we can see what lurks beneath the plaster internally and finally see the much talked about frescoes.

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  1. Anonymous20 February 2013 at 11:38

    I love how she has moved from an Old Lady to a Grande Madame in less than a month! Just like me, really! Love ROBIN (Not *really* anonymous...)

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    1. Unknown21 February 2013 at 00:09

      I think when her face lift is complete she will me more of a Grande Diva! Planning all kinds of good things when we open - Sumptuous Afternoon teas, little opera, bit of jazz. Music, panoramic views and great entertainment.

      Although progress is slow - I think we will have revealed a gem in the end

      Marc and Ivan

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