Off The Wall - Conserving A Standing Screen

[@PattySherinEntrepreneur]

Hi Julian, first off I want to say, I love your channel. I have been a long-time viewer. As an in-home caregiver, I share your videos with clients who have dementia. One day, I arrived at a home of a client who had been watching network television. She was visibly upset. It was a Monday and I had just watched your recent video and decided to try one of your videos to see if it would help her calm down and not be so anxious. My client was immediately memorized and her mood improved instantly from agitation to calm serenity. Your calm soothing voice is great for the elderly. My client was fascinated by the actions on the screen and your narration. She was engaged and asked questions that I hadn't experienced before with her. My clients love your videos. I thought you should know. Thank you for all you do. As others have said in the comments, it's a great day when you post a new video!

[@deluxeedition4639]

heya, fellow in-home caregiver here!! this is a fantastic idea, I have a client of mine in mind who would LOVE these videos, thanks for the inspiration!

[@FancyRPGCanada]

What a lovely story, thank you for sharing! I’ve always shared these videos with my baby girl, ever since she was a newborn, so they work with the very young as well ❤

[@temikamurray5436]

Ditto with kids, too! My boy is autistic and while I doubt he understands any of what is said (a bit too young), the repetitive motions, calm delivery, and eventual transformation just soothes him, and me!

[@mariaroldan4200]

Amazing story! I started watching last night and finished it today. Although I was so happy to see a new video, Julian’s voice made me relaxed and zzzzz

[@CarlosAugS]

wow, thats lovely!

[@angelique_cs]

Though not an artist, I too spend an inordinate amount of time scraping: scraping sauce off my shirt, scraping by, and scraping against sharp corners due to clumsiness.

[@onixotto]

Try harder dear. 😏

[@das.krishi]

Sauce buddies

[@bradypustridactylus488]

Been there. Done that. Had to change the t-shirt,

[@futuristica1710]

And someone said to me “Claire - Scrape them off!”

[@Jason-sm4oc]

Leave the sauce, call it 'Art' or 'Patina', mind the corners and always keep your little pinkies clear of the table legs!

[@acceler9]

Am I the only one who would like to see a video about all the tests you do (for things like the solvents, and glue types. etc.)? We don't need trade secrets, but seeing how that part of the process is done would be interesting to me. I'm not a big art buff, but I love your methodical and steady approach to each problem. I always am happy when I see a new upload (and I still have quite a bit of back catalog to get through).

[@amandinedrolez1231]

You're not the only one, and actually, he did it already! Look for the two "Why We Choose This And Not That; Restoring A Baroque Painting" videos :D

[@sophiasmith7750]

Yeah from what I’ve seen, he doesn’t keep trade secrets (because why gatekeep valuable information that people could use, professional or otherwise, to take care of a piece instead of accidentally destroying it), he just doesn’t go into all the details in every video.

[@stereonacht2247]

@@sophiasmith7750 Yeah. To be honest, I've bee daydreaming about going into antique shops, finding some old painting, even if of no great value, and try my hands at conservation. But then I remember I already have too many projects already, and the garden and flowerbeds don't weed themselves. But it's still nice to know he does document everything in video, for us to learn as he does it. You never know when it may become useful.

[@lauraarpin7997]

Of all the pieces you've restored, this is the one I most wish I owned. What a beautiful piece and beautiful restoration job.

[@mordeys]

Agree. This would look lovely in my home, as well as many homes i know. I love where art also has a function.

[@katieneveu4286]

Imagine being the artist, seeing such dedication and care and precision to restore some art you made in college that has stayed in the family all these years 💖

[@yessanknow302]

He's dead.

[@PG-gs5vb]

@@yessanknow302 That's where the "Imagine" part comes into play.

[@grutarg2938]

I have a painting my friend gave me in college. It’s been about 20 years and I just got a custom frame for it. I hate to think of someone trying to clean or conserve it in the future because it has very thick impasto.

[@stefanogarbuglia]

​@@yessanknow302I laughed more than I should've

[@yessanknow302]

@@stefanogarbuglia

[@MrUoyknaht]

Hey Julian, I just wanted to say thank you for repeating your explanations about things like fill in mediums, varnish, and reversible archival pigments in a lot of your videos. It really helps when I'm showing your videos to someone who hasn't seen them before, as it means they get all of the technique info in a single video, rather than me having to (poorly) explain the concepts. I figure, every video is someone's first Baumgartner Restoration video, so the explanations make things really accessible to newer videos :D

[@Morncreek]

I wholeheartedly concur!

[@BigHenFor]

I must admit having watched you perform almost deemingly greater miracles on other pieces, this one is the first I wish I could own myself. I'm glad you chose this one to again to show us your many skills and talents. Being a painted screen just seems to me to be a more intimate piece of art. It's not stuck on the wall. It's on the human level, on the ground, and more relatable. You can imagine the curiosity of people moving by it and around it. And someone dusting it and loving every brushstoke and run of grain. Close up, the eyes chase down the dots of colour as they dance on the canvas. Then when done, just standing back and reading the broader story of those three maidens, as they stand in a spare but peaceful landscape. I had never heard of this artist, but in this quiet, and restrained work his feeling is very loud. I just love it. Thank you. Bravo, maestro.

[@claudiap.4272]

I agree. This one is the first I whish I could own myself, too!

[@BigHenFor]

@@claudiap.4272Definitely. It's really lovely.

[@sharimeline3077]

It really is a beautiful piece, and I can picture it right now in my living room. I decorate with similar colors, it would be so lovely.

[@ElPar01]

My heart was filled by you taking such care on the wood grain and adding a patina to the screws. You are a true artist!

[@ensign_poo]

I love when you give a summary of the artist and culture history and context of the art.

[@soupbowl222]

I just wanted to leave a thank you, I have PTSD and some nights are rough for sleeping, but your videos have genuinely brought me a sense of calm and peace that I really needed. Thank you for everything you do

[@sharimeline3077]

His videos are definitely a calm island in a stormy sea.

[@MizzMaree7]

I hope you continue to heal and find peace

[@kiwikinzo_o]

doing the same thing now. i have cptsd, watching his videos to try and get some sleep. you aren't alone. I hope you heal

[@s.8137]

I'm watching after spending an awful traumatising day with abuse in the mix and then having a panic attack and migraines over it, on top of having to repress it until I was away from my job and those people who hurt me. I do understand the calming effect 😊 after that panic attack, I don't wanna deal with any triggering stuff today, even though it's virtually impossible to avoid it fully, so I've decided to watch this channel

[@seangarrison4145]

When I tell friends about Julien's channel I tell them it's aural Xanax.

[@Vickie-Bligh]

What a lovely gift (yeah, folks, I know he paid for it, not the point) you gave to the son of this artist. To be able to see his father's work at the start of his career and the promise it foretold. It's been given its life back and the owner a piece of his father. That's just beautiful.

[@lesleyyoung5730]

I love how Julian manages to give us something new and interesting in every single video.

[@Alan2E0KVRKing]

That wallpaper makes a big difference, very nice piece! expertly conserved!

[@_risania_]

The wallpaper is soooo pretty, but it bugs me so much that the left and center has a similar composition of the pattern (looks almost identical, just slightly shifted) but the right side is cut completely different and kinda stands out? I'm guessing he didn't really mean to cut the wallpaper like that but still :

[@mr.grumpy]

@@_risania_ I was looking for this comment. The difference in the one panel's alignment bugged me too. 🙂

[@Alan2E0KVRKing]

Maybe only had so much paper, Julian's work is normally 1st class?@@_risania_

[@lars-ericmagnusson6780]

​@@mr.grumpyFelt the same..

[@j.k.567]

Yeah, the family maybe dont see it right away, but it would bother me at home thinking about how much money spent and no perfect result.

[@joannetutor4051]

The first video I ever watched of yours was “Scraping…a slow decent into madness.” I was thrilled to see this didn’t cause you so much pain😂. I love watching the care you give to each project. Thanks

[@DonnaMSchmid]

Wow... That was truly a major change (e.g., instead of the ladies being in front of a field of grass, they were actually in front of a lake!)... It's a gorgeous screen and, as always, you did a fabulous job, Julian!

[@caroltanzi29]

The colors are amazing. I would have never guessed that looking at it before the restoration. Just wonderful,- that wallpaper is perfect! Carol from California

[@elliganange]

I have loved art my entire life but as an adult I had stopped making art, your videos restoring and talking about the intention of artists really inspired me to start making art of my own with less care about what other people think. I sold my first work of art this week and it feels pretty great. Thanks Julian for your calm and consistent appreciation of your craft and those who created the objects you're caring for.

[@joeb4142]

Congratulations! 😊

[@fionam7768]

Congrats from me too, both for taking the step to pick up something you love because you just love it, as well as for the sake: what a thrill!! ❤

[@lefterismplanas4977]

I'm very surprised that this was a one part episode. But I was also surprised with the ease of the restoration. Amazing work, and beautifull art piece

[@suzisaintjames]

I bet the family was thrilled! I'm sure they can really see the value in conservation and be excited about doing the next piece. 💖🌞🌵😷

[@robynpitman9605]

Your videos help so much when I can’t sleep. They stop the racing thoughts and give me something else to focus on. Thankyou

[@melissataylor5494]

It’s a great day when you post a new video. I was fascinated to see how you treated the grainlines on the frame. I enjoyed every second. Thanks for sharing.

[@evilqueen6402]

Love the cleaning could watch it all day and finding out about the artist.

[@SuperOverlord666]

Re-creating matching wood grain is next level creativity.. awesome!

[@michaelimbesi2314]

You did a really impressive job blending the wood repairs in and giving the new screws a patina to match the old ones

[@deeannamorrison8587]

The colors are so beautiful now. It's surprising what cigarette smoke and dark varnish can hide! Thank you for sharing your talents with us!❤😊

[@SuperOverlord666]

With your expertise and ability I appreciate you use your skills for good instead of profitable evil… your skills are both amazing and frightening.. thank you for using your skills as a hero!!

[@realmms]

That is a beautiful piece of art. I am glad you are able to preserve it and improve its appearance.

[@sophiapinzon464]

I love love love seeing pieces where form meets function! You always do phenomenal work, and I'm so stoked to see the final result

[@terminalpsychosis8022]

Good showcase of not only painting conservation, but a good deal of woodworking skills. Something that happens often, but doesn't shine through so often like this project. The frame came out great. But WOW the art itself; what a difference without that old varnish! There are really blues and oranges in there, not just grey and brown. SO MUCH more contrast! Satisfying to see. Can only imagine how much more satisfying it is to actually accomplish. The backing wallpaper looks great too. Perfect choice for this one. Also something unusual.

[@thouartit]

This was perfect video experience. Your clients are lucky to have found you. Future idea - give us a tour of the Porche. That is for sure a work of art. I for one vote - yay !

[@graemetimoney7002]

Another thoughtful restoration which will allow the artists family to enjoy his work for many years to come.

[@simonettacollatina7197]

I agree, it is stunning! And the fact that the artist's son owns it adds even more value to the piece.

[@zoinomiko]

That is a really, REALLY beautiful peace. I hope your client is really proud of what he's doing to preserve his father's legacy.

[@SuperOverlord666]

You put an enourmous amount of thought into how your approach to touchup.. and even though it’s just a small bit.. it has to be perfect… amazing!

[@BallparkFrankenstein]

As soon as I saw all the grime and extremely yellowed varnish I knew this piece was going to be BEAUTIFUL when completed. It turned out amazing and is sure look beautiful in the client's home.

[@loverlei79]

❤ I will always watch your videos. They give me both peace and beauty.

[@mikepollard6472]

Thanks! Your eloquent and calm commentary adds significantly to the content. I am what I would term a heathen with respect to art appreciation, but my education is underway!

[@frfrpr]

This is a great show. Superb voice-over and filming. Hard to beat the content. I feel a little bit sophisticated while watching Juilian restore the paintings.

[@lucyenders1423]

the fixing of the canvas and hardware is always my favourite part

[@hectorine3445]

Julien, I have so enjoyed this restoration! Beautiful craftsmanship!👏

[@DebyColes]

There are very few of your projects that I would like to personally own, but this one - wow. I love this so much. Thank you for bringing it back to life for me to enjoy.

[@pufthemajicdragon]

I LOVE the added anecdotal story about the artist and the history of this piece :) More of that please!

[@lizscoville-kappel644]

I love this screen. I feel the wallpaper on the back was a really great option. Oh! Julian.....I love love watching you work and doing the magic you do.

[@mojabsabeti]

fantastic you have turned this profession into an art.

[@kathleenclark5877]

Oh yay! This made my day, Julian! What a lovely example of Art Deco artwork. Thanks for sharing its transition with us!

[@Sky-._]

Wow, I'm really surprised you agreed to add the wallpaper given your feelings on preserving the artist's intentions. That said, it looks beautiful.

[@lynnedelacy2841]

I think it makes a difference that it was the artist’s family making the request and as a screen and the back being visible it makes sense to do this and I’m sure that the artist would have approved Lots of ‘jungle’ patterns to choose from at the moment and this had a discrete panel type appearance of its own I think a William Morris pattern would have looked nice too but these tend to have an all over repeat pattern and would have looked like wall paper rather than the ‘tiger’ panels

[@ivorybow]

It's a great start to my day when I see a new video posted by Julian. I loved LOVED seeing you restore the wood grain with paint. Genius!

[@TheKayc136]

Every time you get a project you amaze me with your skills. This is yet another wonderful video. Thank you for sharing it with us

[@BeazyFaSho]

These art cleaning vids hypnotize me.

[@donfenton7473]

Stunning is the perfect word for this piece. Thank you.

[@ninabee123]

Architecture student here - we are currently designing a museum/art storage facility and it would be awesome to see a studio tour and the different spaces you have and what climatic conditions these are tailored to. Love your channel, so interesting

[@Morncreek]

The screen is truly beautiful. I have such a feeling of serenity when I gaze into it.

[@vikimoody8783]

Julian, you’ve done it again. Taking mediocre and making it amazing! The artist’s voice comes out again. Applause 👏

[@mariAAAAAA_r]

The sheer joy I get whenever Julian posts, love it!

[@g.todsmith2854]

Reminds me of the work of Maxfield Parrish a bit. I wish i had the money to pay you to clean and conserve some paintings i own. You always take such care and are so thoughtful about the individual conservation.

[@kososka]

I haven't really seen people talk about this but I absolutely love the titles of these videos

[@kittonsmitton]

Love the screen, as a once fine artist I appreciate the simplicity of the composition yet the detail of the anatomical forms is sublime.

[@sweets6259]

Beautiful. Love this piece. And a nice change from "normal" paintings! Thank you for sharing!

[@DipityS]

Whoa! That is a beautiful piece and the colours you unearthed from beneath the grime and varnish are exquisite.

[@brianyoung9014]

A talented artist and conservator.

[@artheaded1]

I've rewatched this a couple times. I LOVE this piece!

[@rebeccalarson1511]

That red line was scaring the daylights out of me during the retouching. But you got it. Of course you did. My hero. Phew.

[@emmabroughton2039]

It is always an immense pleasure to see a piece coming back to life under your care and talent. Thank you, Julian.

[@HardwareLust]

That wallpaper is absolutely gorgeous, and a perfect complement to the front. Well done.

[@lorna5609]

Jillian, I am not an artist not have I ever studied art. So I ask myself why is it so important for me to watch you do your work. I think it is your unshakable believe that old things have value and that with time and attention they can be restored. I believe the same is true of our elders with their hidden wisdom and beauty. Thank you so much for the work you do, the beauty you uncover, and restoring my faith.

[@deeannamorrison8587]

WOW. What a beautiful triptych. What you did for it is amazing. You are an artist in your own field! Thank you for sharing.😊

[@herecomemacOnTT]

I'm moving back to the Chicagoland area at the end of the year, and I have to say, I miss the museums and general art the most. I would LOVE to see this piece in a gallery someday, though I know that's a lot to hope for

[@susanrussell8195]

That was a very good, quick video that showed so many different nuances to conservation. I like the very in depth multi-part videos, but this was just so satisfying.

[@webbtrekker534]

Wonderful. I just love that 1930's Art Deco style. I first remember seeing it as a small child in the late 1940's and early '50's. and it has had such appeal to me all my years. Lovely screen.

[@ivanmatveyev13]

I would argue its more influenced by Art Nouveau, its less geometric and stiff then Art Deco.

[@KingdomDumb]

Masterful work, sir.

[@a-complished4406]

Nothing little about this job.. stunning ❤

[@carolumyi4768]

All I can think of to say is, the piece is absolutely amazing. The workmanship is completly awesome!!

[@belledobson2007]

After watching your content for years I think this is the one I love. Some I have liked but this one is something special ❤

[@puckmayorderf2105]

Thank you for the effort you put into these videos! Your actual restoration work is outstanding on its own, however I really appreciate the care you obviously put into writing, narration and editing.

[@jilldavies7094]

You breathed life into a painting that was dead. An absolutely stunning result.

[@williammchugh3659]

I have been a viewer of your channel for a pretty good while. You never cease to amaze me with your restoration talents. You are not only a conserver but also truly a magician. Keep up the great work that you do.

[@roseofazure]

I gasped when I first saw the screen's panels. This was so gorgeous, and I knew it would turn out even more so, with so many colors, once you finished the conservation. I was tempted to fast forward to the end to see it immediately, but made myself watch the whole video and I'm so glad I did. How very lucky that the family was able to retain this artwork, and how exciting to think they have other examples of his work as well. Would love to see more!

[@shanettequao9043]

Those colours are gorgeous

[@jimwiskus8862]

Wonderful job as usual. I love any that reminds me of Arts & Crafts or Art Deco. This certainly fills the bill.

[@StereoSpace]

What a simple but beautiful piece of art-furniture. A what a beautiful model he had.

[@pijnto]

Another great return to life "scraping" that is what an apprentice is for.

[@SnakeOilGhost]

That wallpaper is stunning.

[@rogeremmerson]

This Deco-style is my kind of painting. Beautiful.

[@felipeiglesias]

What a great piece. It was illegally DIRT! The colours are amazing. Very elegant artist I have to say.

[@thepagan5432]

Awesome work, the panels could just as easily be framed and hung on the wall. I must admit that I find this genre of painting very appealing. A job well done. Thank you for posting, be safe and well. 🎨🖌️

[@lisajahn6839]

Thank you all for all you do in restoration, conservation and making and sharing these videos! These are fascinating and educational!😊

[@markeone]

Again another amazing quality production. Can't thank you enough for documenting all this work and art. Something I recently learned about these 'screen dividers' is they generally come from the days of outhouses. After a meal the men generally went off for a smoke and a drink and to save having to make a trip to the outhouse, these plush 'screen dividers' were added to the smoking room, thus allowing the men to take a p in a pot.... also where the saying 'haven't a pot to p in' comes from.

[@princesskaguya2000]

This is really stunning. The subject is so simple it's a little deceptive, but the colors are equisit and the curves are so delicate. It's incredibly beautiful.

[@SusanHammond-w6q]

I really enjoyed your video! Working on that beautiful screen was so interesting. Thank you for your outstanding talent!

[@pilijones4801]

What a beautiful piece ! I love it. The fact that is a functional piece gives a different perspective to what art normally is. A surfaces with paint or else on it without any other functionality rather than the aesthetic regardless what it represent. This is a magnificent piece but you can also use it. How cool is that !

[@LB-px9td]

Julian you ARE the true artist. What a beautiful job.

[@Rob1n1304]

Could somebody make a compilation of all the scrapings with scalpel please ? This is so satisfying to watch

[@stephgreen3070]

I’m not an art conservator, but I do own a cleaning company and recently was tasked with a move-out deep cleaning of a home in which the woman had smoked a pack a day for over 10 years. I feel your pain cleaning up the cigarette grossness. We did an entire house and holy smokes, I’d come home and not be able to smell anything for a couple of hours afterwards because my nose would be just overwhelmed with the old smoke smell. Beautiful job on this piece.

[@oneshotme]

Beautiful restoration and you did a masterful job restoring them!! I enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

[@patriciaschiro2659]

I love how you always seem to have something new and unique to conserve.

[@badstate]

I like the lady and the tiger effect introduced by the new wallpaper backing. Clever choice.

[@tgh965]

...I am all about functional art! What a lovely screen...again doing humanity a service by restoring and preserving one piece at a time for the client...and posterity.

[@MisTop5_paulalopez]

What a beautiful piece! I loved the process of conservation too. Great job.

[@g_way]

I'm crazy sick right now and your videos are a huge comfort. Thank you for sharing your work so passionately.

[@traceyrice]

I totally agree. This is simply stunning! 💜