Gold Leaf Entrance Numbering on Glass for a Period Residence

Architectural entrance numbering completed in genuine gold leaf on the glazed entrance of a period residence in Clapham.

Applied to the reverse of the glass using traditional gilding techniques, the property numbers provide an elegant and durable finish while complementing the character of the building.

Painting the outline and cast shadow for genuine gold leaf property numbering on the glazed entrance of a period residence.

Applying traditional oil gilding size to architectural entrance numbering before laying genuine gold leaf.

Project Brief

The property required bespoke entrance numbering that would enhance the original architectural features without overwhelming them.

The artwork was prepared in the studio before being accurately positioned onto the glass and completed by hand using traditional oil gilding techniques.

Laying genuine gold leaf onto reverse glass architectural property numbering using traditional gilding techniques.

Repainting the outline and cast shadow behind reverse glass gold leaf property numbering to achieve a consistent appearance from both sides of the glazing.

Traditional Glass Gilding

The gold leaf was applied to the reverse of the glass to protect the finish from weathering while creating a crisp, refined appearance from the exterior.

Traditional signwriter completing genuine gold leaf architectural entrance numbering on reverse glass.

Fine outlining and detailing were completed by hand before the finished work was sealed for long-term durability.

Completed genuine gold leaf architectural entrance numbering viewed from the exterior of a period residence.

Architectural Entrance Lettering

Traditional Signs of London undertakes bespoke architectural entrance numbering, gold leaf glass lettering, residential signwriting and property identification for period homes, listed buildings and distinguished private residences throughout London and the surrounding counties.

Close-up of genuine gold leaf property numbers on reverse glass with hand painted outlining and cast shadow.

To discuss architectural entrance lettering, gold leaf property numbering or bespoke residential signwriting, please visit our Residential Signwriting page, our Contact page or email info@traditionalsignsoflondon.uk.