Gina Long
Harriet Sylvester of Hythe Conservation
- Credit: Hythe Conservation
Restoration is an art unto itself, helping preserve beautiful objects. Gina Long meets Harriet Sylvester of Suffolk-based Hythe Conservation
“I knew starting my own business during lockdown was something of a leap of faith. But the last year has also given me a lot of time to think about my career.
“I was passionate about setting up my studio and the first six months couldn’t have gone any better.”
From intricately restoring 300-year-old Chinese porcelain to repairing a Victorian teething toy and rattle, Harriet Sylvester has built up an impressive portfolio as a qualified ceramic conservator and restorer.