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Title: Grandfather Merry in 1892, age 4 Yorkshire, England
Post by: en2gen on Monday 19 October 20 00:06 BST (UK)

I have just come across this old photo of my grandfather as a child of 4 and hope you will be so kind as to try your hand at restoration. Thanking you in advance.

Louise Merry Larson
California

Title: Re: Grandfather Merry in 1892, age 4 Yorkshire, England
Post by: Trishanne on Monday 19 October 20 23:30 BST (UK)

One from me, he was a beautiful child.
Pat

Title: Re: Grandfather Merry in 1892, age 4 Yorkshire, England
Post by: Gadget on Tuesday 20 October 20 00:15 BST (UK)

Twas a bit creased  ;D

Title: Re: Grandfather Merry in 1892, age 4 Yorkshire, England
Post by: Gadget on Tuesday 20 October 20 00:16 BST (UK)

and toned

Title: Re: Grandfather Merry in 1892, age 4 Yorkshire, England
Post by: en2gen on Tuesday 20 October 20 00:25 BST (UK)

Lovely, Ladies! Yes, this was on very thick stock, so quite a crack. These restorations are wonderful. Thank you very much!

Louise in California

Title: Re: Grandfather Merry in 1892, age 4 Yorkshire, England
Post by: Wayne N on Tuesday 20 October 20 14:09 BST (UK)

A little late :)

Title: Re: Grandfather Merry in 1892, age 4 Yorkshire, England
Post by: Treetotal on Tuesday 20 October 20 16:27 BST (UK)

Quote from: Gadget on Tuesday 20 October 20 00:15 BST (UK)

Twas a bit creased  ;D

Aw that is lovely G....must have a go at this one when I get the time.
Carol

Title: Re: Grandfather Merry in 1892, age 4 Yorkshire, England
Post by: Gadget on Tuesday 20 October 20 16:39 BST (UK)

Thanks, Carol. It took a good while with the damage but I used the old faithfuls - only PS and Nik :)

Title: Re: Grandfather Merry in 1892, age 4 Yorkshire, England
Post by: Treetotal on Tuesday 20 October 20 16:48 BST (UK)

Yes, you can tell  :D
Carol

Title: Re: Grandfather Merry in 1892, age 4 Yorkshire, England
Post by: en2gen on Tuesday 20 October 20 21:15 BST (UK)

Thank you Waynenort for the superb restoration. Not late...and so grateful for your work!

Also, hello Carol (Treetotal)....I've not asked for help in a long time; but found this jewel and so thankful for those of you at Rootschat for your generous sharing of skills!!

Louise
California

Title: Re: Grandfather Merry in 1892, age 4 Yorkshire, England
Post by: Treetotal on Wednesday 21 October 20 15:18 BST (UK)

Hi Louise...Long time no see  ;D A late one from me with added texture.
Carol

Title: Re: Grandfather Merry in 1892, age 4 Yorkshire, England
Post by: Treetotal on Wednesday 21 October 20 15:19 BST (UK)

...and one for the scrapbook  ;D
Carol

Title: Re: Grandfather Merry in 1892, age 4 Yorkshire, England
Post by: en2gen on Thursday 22 October 20 02:00 BST (UK)

Blimey Carol! Lovely as always and you really outdid yourself for the Victorian album. That's one to frame for my wall!!! Thank you so much!

Louise