A classic restoration in Boulle marquetry The old glue was rehydrated by infiltration, the missing brass pieces were made and glued in place, and the base, which was in poor condition but not beyond repair, was reconstructed. Finally, the bronze pieces were cleaned and a clear French polish was applied.
This just goes to show that you shouldn't judge a book by its cover: even a badly damaged piece of furniture can regain its former beauty.
