THOMAS K LIBBY
Restoration and Conservation of Ceramics
Thomas
Libby began restoring ceramics as a teenager. After studying fine art
in college, Tom apprenticed with three different professional restorers
before returning home to open The Studio in Cannondale Village, Wilton,
Connecticut in 1997. Now located in Historic South Norwalk, CT, The
Studio is bigger, brighter, and more easily accessible to the vast
majority of our clients.
In
addition to working for some of the foremost dealers in the United
States, Tom always takes time to treat collectors and their treasures
with the greatest consideration. “People will often ask me if it’s
‘worth’ restoring items they bring in. At times, sentiment can
outweigh the market value of a special piece, so it's a very personal
decision." There are pieces in The Studio belonging to dealers and
collectors alike, dating to the Han, Tang and Ming Chinese dynasties,
18th Century English ceramics, contemporary glass, precious heirlooms
and more.
A
member of The Connecticut Ceramics Study Circle, Tom has been called
upon to speak on restoration and conservation of ceramics at various
museums, as well as antiques and collectors groups. He is able to
supplement his discussion with many wonderful pictures of restorations
both large and small.
To learn more about having your project restored, please contact Tom at The Studio at 203.854.0300 or by email at tom@tklibby.com.
