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Aetna Insurance Building Dome

This project innolved the complete exterior restoration of cupola and gilding of the dome.

 
 
 
Exterior of a historic brick building after cupola restoration and gilding of the dome.

BUILDING FACTS

Location: Hartford, CT

SCOPE

 
 
 
Aetna
Restored historic dome with gold leaf finish.
 
 
 

The project involved the complete exterior restoration of cupola and gilding of the dome. Prior to the re-gilding and repainting, all surfaces were stripped and repairs to the copper and wood substrates were performed. The dome was gilded with genuine gold leaf using traditional materials and techniques.