Editorial sample — illustrative showcase from a demonstration profile, not a commissioned guild feature.
Gilding & Gold Leaf
Hand-Gilded Ceiling Medallion — Charleston Restoration
Featuring Elena Vasquez Studio · Charleston, SC · July 2, 2026
A meticulous restoration of a 1920s plaster medallion using 23-karat gold leaf over traditional clay bole grounds. This project demonstrates the intersection of historic preservation and contemporary luxury finishing.
The client, a prominent interior designer, required a finish that would age gracefully while maintaining its luminosity in natural light.