WW2 survivor CHAIR restoration
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- Опубликовано: 30 сен 2024
- In this video, two pro restorers are trying to restore a very problematic chair.
This chair has been found from the attic of house in Tallinn. It was probably bombed during the WW2. Most likely it was made by local craftsman, not mass produced, so it makes it more interesting.
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What would you do with bomb fragment?
Add it to a list of things no human should see again.
it could be attached under the seat somehow to easily take out and show off to people
Make an inlay in a leg of a chair or smth
Throw it out. It's trash.
War and its "gifts" is trash and destruction. You don't need to keep it.
put it in a plastic case and keep it with the chair
I watched the video the other day where 3 of you were examining the chair and was looking forward to seeing the restoration video. It certainly didn't disappoint. Finding the bomb fragment makes you wonder if the chair could talk, what stories would it tell. You guys did a great job restoring it. Well done.
Having seen the preliminary video discussion, I have to say that this is a truly remarkable restoration worthy of your craft. Well done to all those involved. Most people would have used the broken chair for kindling.
I like the pieces that you uncover. Each has a story, and "battle scars." I love what you do and how you bring each piece back to life with so much love ❤️ and care
Oh I'm so glad you did the chair repair. I remember thinking, "What kind of sentimental value does that chair hold, for it to be in that condition and not be tossed?" It really did take 2 sets of hands to repair the chair and the final result is gorgeous. As for the bomb fragment, I would put it in a small ziplock bag and attach it underneath the chair so they remain together. Thanks, Ahti for sharing this bit of beauty with us. I'm glad your hand injury wasn't serious.🤗
I thought I'd "lost" this video. So sorry for your injury, AT. Complex, exacting and meticulous repair work well done by the Ahti Team! Wonderful restoration resulting from team expertise, bristling clamps for the gluing and prodigious steaming/clamping/reverse pressuring/sorting out crooked frame, et al. Pshew! You men look like brothers, too. 😊🎉❤
I knew you two would fix this chair to it's original glory. What I didn't realize was how many steps it took, and the amount of time working on it. The love you have for these pieces show in every movement you make. As always, I'm in complete awe of your dedication, and work ethics. Incredible!!!
This is truly one of the most extreme restorations I have ever seen, if not the most shocking and impressive. You should be extremely proud of what you have accomplished
A two man job, until one man gets injured! It's really amazing watching you work. And the pieces you find are so rich in history.
Extremely impressive restoration! Amazing what you started with and what a gorgeous transformation! Job well done 👍!
This is a special chair, and considering your findings on the previous video i think it was a good choice to conserve it and preserve its character rather then make it perfect, it’s an admirable decision, also I can imagine this chair took more time then a full set!
Упорство и трудоёмкая работа. И результат реставрации стула шикарный. Молодцы ребята, спасибо, лайкаю.
A miraculous restoration of a brave little chair!! I am sure the little chair thanks you and Ahti !!❤️
It was a really nice detail that you left the hole as it’s what makes this piece of furniture unique and one of one. I think it’s the history that makes antiques so special
Congratulations! After the consult video. I was a bit worried about "too many cooks," but I knew you had the steamer, so hoped for the best. Sometime, could you perhaps tell how the seat panel design was done? Would recaning have been an available option in Tallinn?
I was wondering about the seat design, too. The horse chestnut leaf design is beautiful. It looks to me as if a resist technique was used. My guess would be that the artisan placed a stencil with the motif cut out on the seat. They applied something that resist water through the stencil. Could be a wax or lacquer. After the resist was dry, they stained the whole seat with a water based stain. That leaves the design the original color of the wood and the background is darker.
One of the hardest projects that I've seen in this channel, the poltergeist chair.😆
Wow.... That was amazing. It was like reaching through time to see the chair restored to it's original. So well done.
And you are a freaking wizard when it comes to color matching!!! Good grief, perfect.
Thank you so much for posting! You are a constant inspiration and always have ideas to use in the projects I'm working on.
Thank you again!
Wow. what an elaborate restoration. I wouldn't have dared to do that. Great video to learn. great result. 😀😀👍👍👍 greetings. Chris
A very nice looking chair. So glad you were able to save it. You could probably save just about anything if you can save that twisted up old chair and make it usable again. I love learning how you find solutions to problems while restoring furniture. Keep up the GREAT work.
It's remarkable, the transition from some wood 🪵 ready for the bonfire, to that beautiful chair. Well done.
Watching the two of you work on this chair reminds me of watching ICU doctors work on a patient. Truly amazing and a beautiful result!
This is an amazing restoration the 2 of you did! Love the detail on that seat
That was great! It was like watching 2 doctors work on a serious patient, and the patient makes an amazing recovery!
That isn't a restoration is a resurrection.
Lovely job.
This is the chair that was owned by that crooked little man.
I wondered why you did'nt repair the bomb fragment hole. Then I realised that it is part of the history of the chair so it had to be left in. A beautiful and sympathetic restoration of a piece of your customer's family history.
Yeah, it can be always filled.
@@ATRestoration If you fill the bomb fragment hole you lose a piece of the chair's history, I think it should be left in. Here in the UK the history of a piece of furniture adds value to it if the owner decides to sell it one day.
Навіть не уявляю, скільки такої шрапнелі в оселях України вже є і, боюсь, ще буде. А робота виповнена круто. 👍
До чего опрятная мастерская. У иных в доме нет такого порядка, а здесь сложная, большая, грязная работа ведётся, а после все убрано и по полочкам разложено. Восхищение работой каждый раз.
I have to say, this is one of the most impressive restoration I’ve seen on you’re channel. I hope there is more of these types of restorations. Great job
Superb, Ahti & Ahti. It took quite the extra effort to get it right, but it was worth it. The pre-restoration discussion paid off. It still is a weird looking chair and it tells of a weird back and forth in the craftman's head during construction. But, History is filled with weird moments so I'm glad you folks could bring this chair back.
Cheers.
Fantastic restoration. I have only one small disappointment. When I saw the caning holes under the plywood seat insert I was expecting to see this chair caned. If I was closer I would gladly teach you. My husband's grandfather taught me over 50 years ago and I have taught others. The cane would have finished it as originally intended.
When I first saw that chair I thought there was absolutely no way that was coming back, but I was wrong. It’s very beautiful now that you two have worked your magic. Really fabulous work.
One of the most exciting projects I have seen in a long time. Who would have believed it was possible to restore such a mangled mess of a chair? Finding that bomb fragment was amazing.
Man, this looked like a real ballbuster. Thank you for the videos. I really enjoy them.
This is a museum piece of furniture now. I am wondering who was sat on this chair perhaps before the bomb ´ s explosion.
And for what reason, exactly during the war. This chair talked a little but it still opens the imagination.
Now that it is repaired, is someone going to sit on it. ?
For me , it must not be used, only seen. Great restoration 🙌🏻
I wonder if the chair was outside and got warped from rain. I’m glad you didn’t fill in the bomb fragment hole.
After seeing your colleague working with his hands, I appreciate how clean and unstained yours always are. His dirty ones are very distracting.
I think I would imbed the bomb fragment in the center of the skirt panel? under the seat with a document describing its provenance, where it was found (attic), and date of restoration.
If you ever decide to sell it, don’t take less than a million dollars. That was a lot of work - I’m tired just from watching all your hard work. It’s beautiful.
I can see some symbolic in healing old war wounds. I hope Yopur hand is ok mate!
It takes a true craftsman to revive the work of a true craftsman.
Great video, thanks.
Watching from Southern California USA 🇺🇲!
After watching three talented artists discuss the piece and all of its flaws and failures....I never doubted it would turn into something beautiful and home worthy once again. Thank you so much for 2 wonderful videos and a found piece of history (shell fragment). Such a life that chair had!
Wow! As in a musical performance, the work of this duo of artists was incredible! If before the chair was a witness of war, today it returns to its function in an imposing way, restored by two masters. I hope your hand is ok. Congratulations on this fantastic video! It's really nice to watch your channel. Bravo!🌷👏👏👏
the chair of 1000 clamps - stunning work !
Какой красивый получился стул! Отличная работа! Браво!!!
Workmanship that lasts more than a lifetime, excellent restoration.
I get excited when a new vlog pops up for me to watch. You restore each piece with such care. The chair is now back to it's original beauty and the pattern on the seat is lovely.
amazing skills.. gratulations to both of you! -and a beautiful chair you saved!
Wow, BEAUTIFUL. Beautiful chair and beautiful restoration. I´m sure you learned a lot.
I saw your video where you and your friends debate who put the chair together and how and why. How did you come to the conclusion that it carried a lot of weight for a long time?
It just takes time and force to bend a oak chair permanently like this.
You're an artist and a craftsman. Thank you for sharing. ❤
I like how you left the damage by the bomb fragment. Keep the story alive for future generations.
Amazing restoration. I loved the fact that you retained the history of the piece: the bomb fragment hole with the fragment as a side attraction. The shellac and beeswax makes a wonderful historical finish.
A great restoration, the bomb fragment is fascinating🤔💕
I hope you call this The Phoenix Chair. What an incredible transformation! I too, watched the video with the three restorers consultation, and I was so curious how you were to solve the twisted joints. And I was curious how the chair got to that state.
really beautiful job, i was hoping to see you reweave the seat, but it turned out amazing. great job!
I have a chair that my neighbour dis-assembled with an axe after leaving it outside for two years, I will send you the bits, I reckon you can make it good again 😁
Sure, why not!
Thanks for posting. Loved the collaboration. The work is at such a high level I cannot even comment. What happens to this chair? Is it owned?
I own it now but I´m not sure what I do with it.
excellent job as always keep good work
That is a piece of history! Only an expert could have restored this and you did an excellent job. 🌟 it’s now a beautiful chair once again.
Hahahahahahaahah Athi, I'm laughing but with respect!! Lol Because your friend just kept working so I can not stop thinking that you are friends for a long time and I'm sure that he said: big damn dummie! Flush it! drink some water, get a tylenol and come back to working! Be tough! Hahahahah great job!! Great colab! Friend Athi, you are welcome!!!
Red Gloves!!! Red!!! If anyone missed that part when you got hurt, they've definitely seen the red glove innovation!!!
"Glued parts"
And now we know why there is a shortage of clippers! Hahahahaha
A fantastic restoration. I would've thought that chair could not be brought back from it's crooked and warped state but you guys have worked your magic. Thanks so much for sharing.
😍 One of your best restorations and that’s saying a lot.
Wasn't sure if I was going to watch this until I saw their was a secret surprise, and I had to know, was it another free nail.
😄
Bardzo lubię oglądać Pana filmy. Podziwiam Pana pracę, precyzję z jaką Pan pracuje i niesamowite efekty końcowe. Mistrzostwo świata 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
You get a big thumbs up at the very beginning of your work ,simply because I know full well it'll turnout a masterpieces when you're finished..
I don't know if you are going to see this question, but I'm curious about the rabbit skin glue. I have seen an art restorer use it and wonder what the difference is between that and other products. Thank you for your beautiful work as always, I hope your hand recovers soon!
It should be stronger than similar glues.
It's also more accurate to the period the chair was created in compared to say PVA or Epoxy. It is also loved by conservators because it is reversible if in the future new work needs to be done, it can be done without harm to the object that was glued. (Rabbit skin glue can be loosend by warm water or heat).
Also if the piece was originally glued with it, the new glue will bond to any old leftover glue when reactivated.
Super jest to odrestaurowane to całe z przed lll wojny światowej krzesło pozdrawiam twórcę tego filmiku 👍👍👍👍
Великолепный результат!!!👏👏👏
Why save this????? I kept saying it over + over...when I saw the finished seat...I said, ohhhhhhhh...that's why! those 🍃 leaves..
What happened to the chair? Why did you choose this badly damaged chair to restore? Enjoy all your videos. it would be nice if at the end of the project you told us how many hours the job took!
My friend Ahti gave it to me, so we decided to show conservative restoration on it, and make a video about it.
@@ATRestoration That is why I hope you keep it, as a testament to your friendship and collaboration on this project ❤
I loved both videos about this chair; the initial assessment and the restoration. The collaboration was impressive! Thank you for sharing the entire process!
why not use subtitles. I watch AT restoration from TÜRKİYE With admiration and I don't know your language.
This chair 🪑 was definitely a TWO Ahti … job.
I saw the previous video where the three of you were contemplating how to approach the restoration. You all had so many hours work in its repair… and not surprised at the final results.
As for the fragment… I think they should be kept together somehow… for provenance… but again I believe TWO Ahti system… would know the best way to handle this situation. I applaud 👏 the time and care you always put into your work. You are a meticulous artist and craftsman. The chair even drew blood. Hope you are doing better…👌👍👌!!!
Excellent job… as always… !
The chair looked to be too far gone, but somehow you managed to resurrect it almost recreating from scratch. What a great demonstration of your restoration skills
Marvelous work....GOD BLESS....🏴 🇨🇦
Wow!!! Awesome result dude!!! Great job on just getting it straight again, never mind the rest of the work making it look fresh and ready to go again 👏👏👏. You're reeaally good man 👉👉👉. Thanks for sharing 🙏. 😎
Incredible! Compliments to both Ahti & Ahti. Please more captions for us newbies. Like explain why one glue is better than another, example rabbit skin glue. Thank you and please keep videos coming!
Are you saying the bomb fragment may have been the problem with the wobbly chair? I am confused!! LOL!! Great video!!
Great work. It's hard not to speculate on when the chair was made. As you say, there's a strong Art Nouveau influence. For me, it's late Art Nouveau bordering on Art Deco, maybe 1925. But who knows, it could be 25 years older, or more. The solid seat squab reminds me of some of Thonet's designs. I am lucky enough to own a Thonet, from my Grandmother's house.
This was an amazing transformation. Cool you preserved the bomb fragment hole. Since you asked about what would I do with the bomb fragment.. well, nothing. But if I was you, with your epic skills, maybe Id restore the chair and somehow place the bomb fragment within the chair where it was found, minus the damage.
How is ur hand now .???? Kindly take care . I am from India. . Thank for making this project. .Lots of love from Indians ....
That's a nice Salvador Dali chair! 😅
This restoration was pure wood witchcraft. Amazing!
Nice work! Both of you. Where do you live that there would be a bomb fragment in a piece of furniture?
One of the most dignified restorations I've seen on your channel. You left just the right amount of authentic wear, beautifully done.
Your opening music bed reminded me of Ted Nugent's Stanglehold. Chair looks great but I think you need more clamps @12:40 10/10
I’m wondering where you find these things you restore? Are they all pieces from friends? A BOMB fragment is something else. Frame it😂 Chair turned out lovely.
Awesome job, my friend...I always enjoy your videos! Pray your hand heals quickly.
Beautiful work and superb craftsmanship. I love your choice in finishes and surface techniques. Would you ever use Oxalic acid to remove black hardware (nails) stains, like the ones in the seat?
Excellent craftsmanship. You brought this bombed chair back to life.
By the way, what is the surprising secret? The result of the restoration is truly excellent. It took lots of glue and straightening, but it worked. How solid is the dry wood from the 1900's for a person to sit on this chair? I think I would retire the vintage beauty to a display-only job. Beautiful result.
Wow. I knew you could repair this chair but I never thought it would be so stunning. Once again a wonderful job.
I'd keep the bomb fragment with the chair. Maybe hidden under the seat.
Hello from 🇬🇧, We love your work and how informative they are. Could I request a couple of videos, One on the basics of preparing and apply shellac, and number two an explanation of how you work out what the wood / veneer is so you can complete the repair.
What a pat those chair experienced! Amazing restoration! So Beautiful! Thanks so much for sharing
I live in a country with no army (Costa Rica.) Seeing that bomb fragment really shook me. By the way, awesome restoration. I love your videos and admire your work😊
So funny.... Guy is bleeding and friend just carries on working.... 😂😂😂
Oh no! So much blood! Ok. I’m sending some bandages to you immediately! They have some little animals on them. They are cheerful.They will make you feel better!
I build custom furniture but have found myself doing more and more restorations for people. I use Murphy’s Oil Soap diluted in water to clean the whole piece. This does a great job, but does not blend the repairs in like your method of spirits and wire pad….I will give that a try on my next job. Great work.
This was amazing! Thank you for sharing all your work. Your patience, deliberate pace, and skill are inspirational. I know the chair has been through a lot, but I really wondered about those really distorted long pieces of the chair. Might they have been made from green wood? Had the piece not been through the War, that would have been my first idea. Carry on your great work!!
If I could write poetry, I would send love poems to chairs. Thanks so much for the hours and hours of work putting this beauty back in view. So sorry about the bomb fragment!
Just beautiful! Two Ahtis = One gorgeous, broken chair made whole again!