Grand Canal, Grand Reveal

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Inherited from a relative, this painting of Venice's Grand Canal arrived worse for wear with some glaringly obvious problems. There were however, a few surprises in store for us along the way to the Grand Reveal.
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Yup, I forgot to include the footage of the back showing the windows that I spent so much time creating. 🤦‍♂️ I’ll post some photos to my instagram and video to the epilogue which will be up on my Patreon
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[@sgtleobella]

Kitt giving eyes at the camera at 3:12 is hilarious! Edit: and being playful again at the end! Haha

[@r.m.miller]

Yes!!! I came to the comments to see who saw it. So funny.

[@Paradise-on-Earth]

thank you for that!! :D :D

[@RickSFfan]

I had been wondering if Kit was still working there. Glad to see she is!

[@hushingsilence]

Made me think of the song "Them There Eyes" by Billie Holiday. 😊 Soooo... The question... Julian, and ... Kitt? 🤔🤫🤭🤗😘🥰 An announcement some day, perhaps? ☺

[@LetterLadyZ]

I've been missing seeing her!

[@alanmckinnon6791]

Love Kitt's little wink-wink just before the Squarespace read 🙂

[@brianhunt8273]

I want to see her do an episode while Julien does jumping jacks in the background!

[@k.y.6148]

I kept my eye on her as soon as I saw her back there, and she didn't disappoint! I wonder if Julian knew she did it until editing. 😂

[@francisterrado1165]

Kitt is that classmate being chaotic and pulling faces in the background while you are being given a talking to by your teacher and you have to maintain a serious listening face.

[@42KrewePhotography]

No matter what else happens in this episode, it’s now among the best!

[@Kagnuuu]

I only noticed when she peeked around his elbow! 🤣

[@TheMutantCreeper]

I wouldn’t doubt Dan and his Grandma are very happy with the results.

[@That1J1]

She has a name... It's Granny Sexbang!

[@kilexthegamer9353]

😅😅😅😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@danieldaveiga]

Kitt is the right ammount of humor in an otherwise serious and perfect video. I'm glad Julian understands this. Thank you both.

[@angelique_cs]

I know I can't be the only one who sees massive damage on a painting and gets excited because I know that Julian is going to slay this restoration. I may be the only one who's feeling this way in an old ratty T-shirt while eating some pineapple and hot Cheetos, but there we are

[@Smithy379]

👏👏👏👏100%!!! Julian Slays. Fastest click

[@Antaios632]

Pineapple and hot Cheetos sounds like an amazing snack. 😂

[@sgtleobella]

I was laying in bed wearing my birthday suit, drinking hot chocolate and eating a protein bar, so I wasn't far off haha

[@angelique_cs]

@@Antaios632 oh it is! Though maybe not the wisest snack at 7am!

[@angelique_cs]

@@sgtleobella yes! Talk about slaying!

[@janeknight3597]

Ahhh the importance of stamps. The UK royal collection has just revealed a rediscovered Artemisia Gentileschi partly identified by Charles I stamp hidden between two layers of lining. It is stunning. 5 years of restoration and conservation.

[@valeriacavalloro2729]

Brilliant! I know a scholar who is just about to publish a book about her work and the historical importance of her experience in the context of female artistic expression through centuries. She'll be delighted to know this!

[@marinoceccotti9155]

@@valeriacavalloro2729 Artemisia Gentileschi was not a "female artist" (that's feminist BS). Artemisia Gentileschi was an artist, and a good one. Period.

[@jodylarson4697]

@@marinoceccotti9155 Actually "female artist" is anti-feminist. Gender is typically only noted in sexist societies when the artist is a woman. Same goes for "female scientist," "female chef," etc.

[@valeriacavalloro2729]

@@marinoceccotti9155 I didn't say that she was a "female artist", I said that a scholar I know, whose work is highly specialized on the matter of feminist artistic/literary criticism, of female invisibilization and the forms of female voice/presence removal from art history, is publishing a book about her significance in the context of female artistic expression.

[@excession3076]

@@valeriacavalloro2729 She sounds like a bundle of laughs.....

[@Obsidianwitch]

Not only was this restoration amazing, Kitt's little 👀 at the camera sent me

[@YukonCornaglia]

Danny and his Grandma are going to be so happy with this! Tremendous work!

[@user-nu5nv1yg5r]

You absolutely nailed the sky. I think the artist would be glad that you saved their work. P.S. HELLO, KITT!

[@russellcraven251]

I understand why Julia gets so many paintings in drastic condition.When you are a surgeon you don't get calls for mere hangnails.

[@Sparrowdean]

I think you mean Julian.

[@russellcraven251]

Yes, thanks for the correction.

[@Sparrowdean]

@@russellcraven251 You're welcome, easily done.

[@Beakerbite]

I'm sure he gets plenty of simple jobs but those would be boring. "This painting showed up and was in great condition, just needed a light cleaning."

[@jhestynrattray8500]

I'm so happy to see Dan's(owner) journey with this wonderful painting. Marvelous job done on this restoration

[@lizardas]

Wait. Who is Dan?

[@jhestynrattray8500]

8:14 "An adhesive impregnation" very nice

[@rodvx2]

@@lizardasDan Avidan of the comedy band Ninja Sex Party and the let’s play channel Game Grumps is the person who sent in the painting to be restored, he posted about it on instagram! He said he was grateful for Julian’s work and he’s excited to show it to his grandmother!

[@jhestynrattray8500]

@@lizardas He's the co owner of the painting alongside his lovely grandmother

[@kuribo04]

​@@lizardasDan Avidan from GameGrumps/Ninja Sex Party (lol)

[@pioneercynthia1]

I enjoy your comments (both prior to and after restoration) where you simply appreciate the painting before you. Sometimes you provide a few details about the subject or historical bits about the work. But mostly it's your sense of appreciation. That's what sets your work apart. It's not as much a problem to be solved, it's a work of art that needs loving care to return to a state where it can be enjoyed as it was meant to be.

[@numptee75]

Loved Kitt giving the eyes 😂😂

[@MichaelSteeves]

Check out 26:42 !

[@thebatmary5954]

Babe, get the popcorn! Baumgartner is using the word “perilous!”

[@Awoosa]

I was already watching your videos silently, but imagine my surprise when Dan Avidan announced at his Instagram about this video! I had to stop watching one of your older videos and go here! This is a collab nobody was expecting but love very much! Danny's Grandma was such an awesome artist and you restored it so flawlessly! I'm sure they're happy with how it turns out! Edit: apparently Granny Sexbang isn't an artist, just a collector

[@MysticalBlueRse]

Wait, Granny Sexbang painted these?! I thought they were just ones she owned

[@lysb]

Listening to the instagram video, it sounds like this was a painting in his grandmother's collection (not one that she personally painted)-he mentions some of them being ~150 years old.

[@MysticalBlueRse]

@@lysb that’s what I thought, I know granny is an old lady but not over 150

[@Awoosa]

@@lysb for some reason, I understood it as Granny Sexbang painted this one. When he said "My grandma's painting" my brain immediately thought she was/is an artist. 😮 I listened to his video on my phone while also watching another Baumgartner video on my TV, so perhaps I may have missed the detail on the 150 years old thing.

[@joeb4142]

Sexbang 😳

[@Peeplii]

I love this collab between you and Dan 😭 im sure his grandma is going to blown away by the restoration

[@heathermakesart]

I love watching your videos for so many reasons, but one is that as an artist I have learned a lot about what to consider when I make a painting. I’ve been watching for years and have adjusted materials (for example I was taught to use dammar varnish in school, but I switched out of that because of the yellowing). Pretty much all modern canvas have staples, but as I start stretching my own canvas I will switch over to tacks. Sometimes it’s fun when I’m painting to think of the conservator in the future who may be working on it too, should I be so lucky as to have my work last that long and be that significant hahaha. It means a lot seeing the care that you put into what you do.

[@JiveDadson]

Eschew paints that contain zinc oxide (PW6), which causes flaking.

[@wedgwoodswepston9449]

What i would find really interesting to see is how Julian actually goes about the testing to see which solvents are the best to use for the painting

[@amazinggrace5692]

Maybe he does this for his Patreon subscribers?

[@Dyzrae]

I wanna see this!

[@respectfulconversation944]

He has mentioned that he will keep the secret of his solvents to himself. Mainly to keep people from trying to be hobby conservators and doing more damage than good. Knowing people probably a wise precaution.

[@abbygiss2584]

There is an older video where he talks about it! He uses a small section and starts with distilled water and works his way up the different solvents until he finds the one that is the least harsh that works well

[@ChrisBussells]

Julian; I'm sure you know that the reason that you are receiving so many challenging projects is that you have demonstrated your ability to be successful so clearly in your KZbin presentations. Absolutely the best advertising you could possibly do. You're also pretty good at slipping the sponsor ads in seamlessly.

[@stereonacht2247]

Perhaps so many send him difficult work cause they hope the artwork they own may end up in a video, and they'll get to see the whole process of restauration, rather than just the final result!😉

[@madelinegrudens]

Julien you are the best and your generosity to help me with my project is beyond words. Thanks for the release film! It worked perfectly and my client was thrilled with the outcome! I just want everyone to know what a great person you are!!! Thanks a million! This restoration was epic too, you never cease to amaze!

[@thepagan5432]

That was awesome, so much unnecessary touching up before Julian had got the staples out. I think Julian's estimation of 25 to 30 years since the last attempted restoration is probably spot on. I've been repairing electrics and rewiring houses for close to 50 years and the older plasticised electrical tape used to go rigid and brittle, the newer tape 30 years ago tends to stay flexible, Upton a point. Great job Julian, really happy for the paintings owner who gets a beautifully conserved piece of art back on their wall. Thanks for posting.

[@MidnightTheHedgefox]

So this is Dan Avidan's grandmother's painting? It looks so beautiful-- you did a wonderful job!

[@aboz8649]

Whaaat? Of gameguys?

[@brunettewithglasses]

​@@aboz8649indeed of gameguys

[@ryancarrell3186]

@@aboz8649 yea, apparently lol

[@jazzycornflakes6581]

DAN AVIDAN OF SAMURAI ABSTINENCE PATROL?????

[@xKissingCrimsonx]

@@jazzycornflakes6581 Donnie Sexbag?!

[@ronkluwe4875]

Julian - I have watched all your videos and I am becoming more inclined to believe you are a magician, and not just a conservator. To bring back that sky with that amount of damage is a work of art in itself.

[@angelineallison8202]

personally if i could vote on the employee of the month i would like to nominate the isolation layer - he needs more recognition

[@acepearson8251]

Dan and his grandmother are going to be so thrilled when they get to see this!

[@dibbuk5730]

Greatly enjoyed the video. Extraordinary restoration as we have come to expect, and Kit added a light note. Who of us hasn't mugged a little behind the teachers' back?

[@carmens1108]

I think I've seen all of your retouchings and this one by far is my favorite. It's really a thing of beauty. With only the bare minimum of retouching you were able to bring the artists work back to life.

[@Fionnachu]

I was only watching because of the client but my jaw dropped at the results. You are a master of your craft my gosh!

[@savoy2576]

Good to see Kitt again!

[@choco._.milk33]

This is the fasted ive ever got here. Its gonna be a good one

[@misstearybox]

Came here from Dan Avidans post about tye completed restoration of this painting and i think i just found a new love for art restoration! Such amazing work

[@spooky6oo]

I'd love to see the faces of Dan and his grandma when they see how this came out

[@kinocomix]

i had no idea! when did he mention this?

[@emmakane6848]

@@kinocomix Apparently on his instagram, according to what other commenters are saying.

[@sudopuff8549]

I think of all of the restorations I've seen you do this one is my favorite. For you to have done so much work and put in so much effort for the finished restoration to leave no impression that you or anyone else but the original artist was ever there... just wow.

[@webbtrekker534]

Great work as usual. Another fantastic save !! So, how is Kit doing? Has she reached the point of working on some of the easier projects independently? I'd be interested in seeing how she is progressing?

[@GottaDance56]

Yes! We want Kit! She needs to "pay" for that wink.

[@Excitable67]

Wow! What a gorgeous result! Beautiful painting! At least this time the excessive over-painting was actually covering damage -- unlike that last one! Kit's antics in the background were pretty funny! 😂

[@Foxwolf9Tails]

As many of your videos as I watch, the cleaning and removing of the old varnish NEVER ceases to amaze me, not to even mention the overpainting you had to remove. You Sir are a master of your craft, another beautiful job. Please keep the amazing videos coming, I know I absolutely love when you post a new video.

[@johnabbott2893]

Excellent video as always. Enjoyed Kitt's photobombing as a lighthearted addition. Guess I learned today to not stop the video too fast when I think it was over as there was the extra footage that was so funny. Keep them coming, highlight of my Monday mornings.

[@grahammayne587]

It never ceases to amaze me how incredibly talented Julian is

[@azharahmad7645]

OMG! Kitt is hilarious! First time comment here, even following your channel more than a year. I'm not an artist, but your explanation in every steps of restoring paintings, soothing my ears. Yeah, your channel is really addictive. Hahahahah.

[@TheSpartan1134]

Danny and his grandma are going to love this when they see this. You did an amazing and excellent job 👏

[@Misteddreams]

After listening to you explain the limitations and difficulties of working with retouching paint as an unforgiving medium, I am all the more blown away by what you achieve, and have an even greater respect for the refined and near-perfect colour-matching and perceived blending that you are able to produce using years of trial, error and dedicated practice. This is one of the most amazing results I have seen, and I am sure the original artist would have been delighted by your recreation of these ethereal clouds. All the more for being cognicent of the intended shapes and strokes of the sky, instead of taking the less painstaking route of tentatively piecing together each complex dash and dot of colour. Thank you for sharing your expertise with the world (and now too with Kit - whose humourous faces are most entertaining!). It is a delight to witness and proves that fine craftsmanship as a trade, in which the skilled worker has immense pride and takes care, still exists and is going strong with you and others at the helm!

[@SuperOverlord666]

Your expert understanding of chemistry and understanding of the medium and its chemical makeup, stability and and even it’s calculated level of age driven chemical and natural change is staggering… you are a rare master of your craft!

[@SuperOverlord666]

I also appreciate your ability to “see” the individual and signature painting style of the original master, and “mimic” the very individual style of the master in such an exacting way… your level of detail is one of a kind!!

[@_Michiel_]

I missed all of Kit's shenanigans. 😂 But as always: excellent work, Julian! Creativity isn't only necessary when retouching, but as well when deciding how to repair such delicate paintings. Both need an artist's hand, of which you clearly have two! 👌

[@wpprrz]

Kitt is such a cutey! Excellent work restoring this piece Julian, the added effort did an excellent job of hiding those unforgiving cracks.

[@vincentmancini6279]

Another straight forward video without any philosophical comments! Thank you Julian for the wonderful work you do.

[@sharicross547]

Beautiful, beautiful restoration work. One would never know that this painting had been so damaged. I understand that's the desired effect, but your skill, especially in retouching, demonstrates your rare ability. As a lay person I am continually astonished at the quality of work that comes out of your studio.

[@marthaanderson2656]

It was not until the final reveal that I saw that the foreground figure on the right was not a gondolier, which I thought, but two posts with sails beyond. The depth of the work was illuminated with this restoration effort

[@gwencrable7286]

This is a beautiful painting. It's amazing to see it restored after all of the extensive damage that it had when it came it. Loved seeing Kitt making silly faces in the background. Hopefully we'll see her soon on another project. 👍🏾❤️

[@Evan1060]

The client is going to be elated with this restoration. Beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

[@Bruno-el1jl]

I really love it when you show the art under all different lights (raking, uv, etc). OUTSTANDING and beautiful work as always!! 👏🏻👏🏻

[@missellyssa]

For some reason, I read that as "raving"...my initial thought was, "Strange...but, I kind of would like see that under party lights!"

[@kayramel8350]

It's just so beautifully done! I dont know why but it made me feel so emotional to watch it be restored 🥺 bravo. It's amazing. Dan and his Grandma are going to blown away.

[@RosyRosie42]

I found you videos last week and I can’t stop watching! You’re the hero of paintings! Also, Kitt is hilarious 🤪

[@vsGoliath96]

3:10 Don't think we didn't see you creepin' back there, Kitt! 🤣

[@lesleyyoung5730]

Kit, what a riot, so glad you left those in.

[@shanettequao9043]

The losses on the painting had me worried for a second but I knew there would be a brilliant result 🎉🎉🎉

[@szde]

Julian Baumgartner could even restore American democracy

[@Smithy379]

I'm sure it's being held together with rabbit skin glue 🤔 should be an easy fix 🤞

[@Bobrogers99]

I dunno. The Constitution has been overpainted so many times that the original is hard to recognize. Even Julian would have a hard time replacing the pieces that have been chipped off.

[@Stadtpark90]

Not sure if this makes me laugh or cry. And I’m not even American.

[@Lethgar_Smith]

Oh, nothing like a political comment in the middle of the comment section of a completely unrelated video. Always draws a crowd. Let me throw my 2 cents in while we're here: The US Constitution is a living and breathing document. That's how the founders intended it. What you refer to as "overpaint" is merely the natural growth during its lifetime. It is not a static art object but a living avatar of the American psyche. The American people ARE the government. It is not separate from us, it is us. Whereupon hatred of the American government is hatred of the American people. Democracy functions best when the most citizens possible actively engage in its governance. It weakens and devolves into fascism when people give in to fear and irrationality.

[@JWRogersPS]

@@Lethgar_Smith Hear! Hear!

[@andifism]

That sky was indescribably beautiful. I've never seen anyone paint like that before and to match it to the original artist. Wow. Just wow.

[@mumzieshideout3555]

Julian, Julian, Julian I was in a bad head state. Then something wonderful happened I seen your newest video, and was instantly transported to the corner of peace & calmness. You did, as always, an awesome Restoration. Bravo!!!!! Kitt, was so cute with her little playfulness side.

[@revtoyota]

The rare Kitt sighting. I saw the phone and was expecting a "send help" or "please help" on it. 🤣🤣 Keep up the great work.

[@Junipurr42]

Love the restoration for Granny Sexbang! Lovely work!

[@sethcarpenter1391]

I love seeing that Kit is still working in the studio. An absolute gem

[@janvafa9959]

Wow! I am always amazed at how you can match the different colors and make all the damages and losses just … disappear! I don’t have an artists eye, but I know a few people who do, so know that we all experience the world around us differently. And I thank goodness for that! I can recognize beauty when I see it and you sir create beauty!

[@zuke-ci4vd]

After a long day at work, I come home to a relaxing restoration video. Then I am hit with an Eyebrow Photobomb that simply made my day! Oh, and all your hard work was as amazing as always, Julian!! 😎👍

[@fromgillianwithlove]

oh i LOVE this painting 🥹 so beautiful and an equally beautiful work you did julian!

[@MichaelLaFrance1]

The final varnish step, both in these fantastic restorations, and on my own paintings, is by FAR my favorite part.

[@bryanspindle4455]

I really love paintings of Venice. I am excited to see this restoration.

[@patelbi]

Yess a Kitt feature!

[@Lethgar_Smith]

I believe that the work you do here on this KZbin channel will impact art restoration for decades to come. Are there any young, up and coming art restorers that are not aware of this channel and not watching your videos? Unlikely.

[@jackhogston6119]

Been wondering about Kitt thru the last several videos. Good to see her at the end!

[@MrREDSTAR20]

So amazing to learn how much work the original painter put into the beautiful painting.

[@thomheil]

Do you paint your own original paintings? I ask because you're so good at envisioning the intent of other painters even when massive chunks of the image are missing. I assume that takes a painter's eye, but maybe I'm wrong. Thanks for the great videos!

[@impendingsky3475]

Whoa, electrical tape, that's smth new 🤨

[@hollieknox3175]

A stormy day turned out to be bright and sunny. I love watching you retouch and say...why on earth did you think that was the color and 5 dots later, it's exactly the undertone needed to achieve the finished color! I've learned more about the use of color variations and how they create depth watching you retouch than I ever did in years of art classes. So, thank you as always for sharing your immense talents with all of us and tell Kit we love her video bombs!

[@SuperOverlord666]

I don’t think you get the level of appreciation you deserve for your amazing abilities… what may seem trivial and average to you requires study and natural ability far beyond most people’s understanding.. you are a master of your craft.. I wish you the very best!!

[@choco._.milk33]

Staple hating gang unite

[@HeisenbergFam]

Those eyes 3:10 are proof Kitt has entered Disney villain arc

[@MBA_Valerie]

Oh my gosh, Kitt cracked me up in this one!

[@darlouthia5153]

Dear Sir, I can only applaud your magnificent work. 👏 Bravo 👏

[@maryvallas772]

Oh, the irony... It's your amazing talent that brings these ravaged paintings back to life that keeps sending you all the ravaged paintings! Once again, Julian, you have performed miracles. It looks absolutely gorgeous!

[@Brecornaut]

Dan and GranDan are gonna flip out. That reveal was out of this world.

[@barbaramullin5182]

Nothing beats checking on KZbin and seeing there's one from here. Makes my day.

[@mzjamm2]

Your meticulous skills are a joy to watch and enjoy. I have to mention that it's not possible to view other art restoration. I know this isn't what you would want, but your standards are so masterful I just can't. Thank you so much for educating me.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@I_am_Lauren]

Stunning painting! I love this style that mimics the old Dutch and Italian masterworks because it is so far from my personal art style and takes far more detail than I can manage.

[@Jay_Bird]

You are so damn talented! Your ability to see the artist's original vision, color matching, and general restoration skills are simply extraordinary. Love your videos!

[@thatcrazykid1393]

I am sure the client was thrilled. Wonderful work as always.

[@alisae7533]

Your clouds turned out absolutely beautiful, they blend in perfectly with the rest of the painting

[@Yvonne_Reeder]

Oh my word!!! Another masterpiece of conservation and Kitt shenanigans too - how awesome is that!! Thank you Mr. Baumgartner! Thank you for Kitt's fun too! 🤗♥️🤗

[@lathanarain8003]

Please do include the frame restoration. It’s been awhile you showed us one of those. You are truly a master

[@annmoore2953]

Again, a wonderful job of bring this painting back to its beautiful glory.

[@RoseSharon7777]

I just come here to see how he cleverly segues into the Squarespace info. He takes that job almost as serious as his restoration job. LOVE IT!!

[@LMitchellAnimation]

It's good to know your working partners are comfortable being silly around you working, really shows a happy and healthy work place

[@michaelmottlau5941]

A very well done restauration indeed of this beautiful painting. The sky is "perfect" in my humble opinion. I love the blue tones in in the top of the sky.

[@BASCILLICUS]

Hooray for Dan and his grandma!

[@BabyBlondie311]

Omg Kit's bloopers at the end are amazing!

[@zzztopspin]

I SO appreciate your side-by-side with the old retouching versus your retouching under the UV light. What an amazing project!!

[@CrimFerret]

Another win for the painting. The way those colors popped after cleaning, it's hard to believe it's the same painting that came in.

[@richardcosens4387]

Absolutely astonishing work!

[@CrowNestGaming]

This gave me absolute chills seeing the results and how far the painting has come, wonderful work

[@55ATA3]

Great work on this painting, I don't think anyone looking at this painting will know you ever worked on it. Your skills are being looked for and once you did great work in the past and saved paintings that were so badly damaged. The people that you have done work for have been letting others know were to go for there paintings. This will give you work for years to come and you should be glad to be held in such a good light. Add another one to the win box, your team is sitting in the winners box for a long time to come...