Read this article about crackle varnish

This is an interesting article. Although we make angels and nativities, I often use the varnishing techniques used in decoupage to create antique finishes on our figurines.We often use the two varnish techniques to achive the antique effect of cracked varnish, which imitates the real crackling that occurs with age on much varnished work, whether it is a painting or a fired figurine.

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Angels, Cherubs & Nativities hand painted from Spain

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