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SANTA CRUZ — If he had lived 4,000 years ago, Harry Elsworthy”s skill as a gilder would have certainly brought him fame and fortune. But as a rare breed of artisan today, his work in art restoration ...

Q I recall that you once used silver leaf to cover the exterior of an old clawfoot bathtub, including the feet! Then you applied something over the leaf to protect it. Can you please refresh my memory ...