Louis XV Marquetry Cylinder Desk — Refinishing & Repair
Louis XV style marquetry cylinder desk refinished and repaired by Olek Inc.
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Specialty Services
Furniture Conservation & Custom Fabrication
Museum-quality furniture conservation and custom fabrication — bronze and teak casework, architectural elements, and AIC-standard preservation.
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Museum-Grade Conservation
Our conservation work follows the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Historic and Artistic Works. Peter Triestman has been an AIC member since 1991, ensuring every treatment is documented, reversible, and executed with museum-grade precision.
We stabilise and preserve original material rather than replacing it. This approach is essential for museum pieces, historically significant furniture, and items where originality determines value.
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Bronze & Teak Casework
We fabricate and restore bronze and teak casework for institutional and commercial clients. Our work at the Yale Beinecke Rare Book Library included vitrines, lockers, security desk and reception desk — all in bronze and teak to the original specifications.
Each piece is engineered to meet the durability demands of high-traffic institutional environments while maintaining the aesthetic standards of the original design.
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Gilded & Decorative Conservation
Conservation differs from restoration: we stabilise and preserve the original material rather than replacing it. For gilded furniture, this means consolidating original gold leaf, addressing structural issues in the substrate, and protecting surfaces with archival-quality coatings.
This approach is essential for museum pieces, historically significant furniture, and items where originality determines value.
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Precision Custom Fabrication
From replicating lost hardware for a Sunball Lounge Chair — one of only seven ever made — to fabricating custom architectural elements for a Morristown estate, our artisans create precision components that integrate seamlessly with original pieces.
We reverse-engineer missing parts, match period materials, and produce components indistinguishable from originals using both traditional hand techniques and modern precision tooling.
Our Process
Conservation with documentation at every step.
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Assessment & Documentation
Condition, provenance and construction photographed and recorded.
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Material Analysis
Original materials, finishes and adhesives identified.
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Conservation Treatment
Reversible methods and archival materials, per AIC guidelines.
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Final Report & Return
Before/after report and care notes, then safely returned.
Every treatment is documented, reversible and scientifically grounded, so you know exactly what was done and why.
- Fully insured handling
- Up to 50-year warranty
- Free estimates in 24h
Before & After
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Years of Expertise
AIC
Conservation Member
40+
Master Artisans
50yr
Warranty
What Our Clients Say
★★★★★
We used Olek Inc. to shorten and polish our beautiful heavy wood dining table. Olek had to disassemble the table, cut it, re-attach the bookends, and make it look like it was never touched. The result was flawless — you would never know it was modified.
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I have a Vladimir Kagan 175 E armchair that was literally falling apart — the wood was separating at the joins and the leather seat and padding were shot. Peter at Olek did an amazing job bringing it back to like-new condition. Highly recommended for designer furniture restoration.
★★★★★
This is the second time I've had Olek reupholster my sofas. Each time I've been astonished at the stunning work. The craftsmanship is impeccable and the attention to detail is second to none. I wouldn't trust anyone else with my furniture.
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Furniture Restoration, Conservation & Custom Fabrication FAQ.
What is the difference between conservation and restoration?
Conservation focuses on stabilising and preserving original material using reversible treatments — essential for museum pieces and historically significant furniture. Restoration aims to return a piece to a specific appearance, which may involve replacing original material. We offer both approaches and recommend the right one based on your piece's significance and intended use.
What does AIC membership mean for my project?
The American Institute for Conservation sets the ethical and professional standards for conservation practice. As an AIC member since 1991, Peter Triestman follows their Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice — meaning every treatment is documented, reversible where possible, and executed with the highest professional standards.
What types of custom fabrication do you handle?
We fabricate precision components in wood, bronze, teak, and other materials — from replicating missing hardware on rare collectible furniture to producing full casework systems for institutional clients like Yale's Beinecke Library. If it can be built from wood or metal, our artisans can engineer and produce it.
How do I know if my piece needs conservation or standard repair?
If your piece is a museum-quality antique, has historical significance, or its value depends on originality, conservation is the right approach. For everyday antiques and family heirlooms that need functional repair, standard restoration may be more appropriate. Send us photos and we will recommend the best path.
Discuss Your Project
Conservation requires precision. Let's talk.
Send photos or documentation for a free assessment, or call to discuss scope, condition, and timeline. Our conservation team will evaluate your piece and recommend the right approach — whether museum-grade conservation, expert restoration, or custom fabrication.