The Repair Shop

The experts restore a 1930s portrait of Japanese martial‑arts master Yukio Tani, carefully cleaning and repairing the canvas to bring back its original colours and detail. In the same episode they rebuild a Victorian nursery chair using period‑accurate techniques and reconstruct an ornate porcelain clock, preserving its intricate design.

The programme follows a team of specialists as they tackle the restoration of historic pieces, offering viewers a glimpse into the careful work involved in bringing old objects back to their former glory. It’s presented in a straightforward, hands‑on style that shows each step of the process, from assessment to completion, without any fictional embellishment. In this episode the experts focus on three distinct projects. First, they revive a portrait from the 1930s painted by Japanese martial‑arts master Yukio Tani, employing techniques that allow the image to regain its original vibrancy. Next, they reconstruct a Victorian nursery chair, painstakingly rebuilding the frame and upholstery to match its period design. Finally, they take on an ornate porcelain clock, dismantling and reassembling its intricate components so the timepiece can function and look as it once did. Throughout the show the team’s meticulous approach highlights the blend of historical knowledge and practical skill required for each task. By restoring the portrait, the chair and the clock, they demonstrate how careful conservation can preserve cultural artefacts for future generations, giving each item a renewed purpose while honouring its original craftsmanship.