On Wed, Feb 22, 2012 at 4:29 PM, stephen wrote:
> If you want an authentic finish choose an oil based paint, simply apply and
> let dry and it is done, and period correct.

Well, by my understanding, the paint base is accurate for the 18th c,
but the colors will be 'off' and the surface texture will be too
bright.  What am I missing?

cur
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