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Its studio in an industrial building in Toronto maybe small, but Iconoplast Design has a large, impressive resume and very deep roots.<\/em><\/p> Plasterwork is one of the most character-defining interior features of America\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s historic theaters.<\/em><\/p> Jean-Francois D. Furieri, a third generation master plasterer, is President of Iconoplast, one of the few companies still specializing in restoration, preservation and conservation of architectural ornamental plaster.<\/em><\/p> Jean-Francois D. Furieri, a third generation master plasterer, is President of Iconoplast, one of the few companies still specializing in restoration, preservation and conservation of architectural ornamental plaster.<\/em><\/p> The Landmark<\/strong> lectures focus on the origin, development, and restoration of New York City\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s built environment, and celebrate the art and architecture of the City.<\/em><\/p> Third-generation master plasterer Jean-Francois Furieri considers his restoration of the long-hidden ornate plasterwork in an iconic Brampton mansion, \u00e2\u20ac\u0153one of my best Victorian restorations.\u00e2\u20ac\u009d<\/em><\/p> \u00e2\u20ac\u0153The analytical mind of a detective. Strong in math. Artistic. Willing to work at least 10 years to perfect your skill. Master plaster worker Jean-Fran\u00c3\u00a7ois Furieri has all these attributes and more.\u00e2\u20ac\u009d <\/em><\/p> \u00e2\u20ac\u0153While his skills are generations old, going back to his grandfather Dominique in Italy, and his father Jean-Dominique in France, Furieri\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s work combines them with new technologies, such as using rubber silicone for mould making. \u00e2\u20ac\u02dcCreations are only limited by the imagination,\u00e2\u20ac\u2122 he says.\u00e2\u20ac\u009d<\/em><\/p> \u00e2\u20ac\u0153Furieri says he received his \u00e2\u20ac\u02dcmaster\u00e2\u20ac\u2122 designation (a term he says comes from a long tradition of European apprenticeship) after his work on the Egyptian Theatre in Montreal and the Pantages Theatre in Toronto \u00e2\u20ac\u201c his personal masterpieces.\u00e2\u20ac\u009d<\/em><\/p> \u00e2\u20ac\u0153Furieri\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s contract has not been easy. \u00e2\u20ac\u02dcThis project represents all the challenges of a plaster restoration project. We have a lot of complicated interventions that require the greatest precision. We have to make our work inconspicuous and that is tricky on such a large scale.\u00e2\u20ac\u2122\u00e2\u20ac\u009d<\/em><\/p> \u00e2\u20ac\u0153The number of artisans like Mr. Furieri who can work on preserving the city\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s 19th and early 20th-century buildings is dwindling. The work is as much an art as a trade. Mr. Furieri says master plasterers have to be dedicated. \u00e2\u20ac\u02dcIt takes a long apprenticeship to be able to create a Corinthian capital from scratch\u00e2\u20ac\u00a6.so many tradesmen have died with their secrets. A lot of techniques have disappeared.\u00e2\u20ac\u2122\u00e2\u20ac\u009d<\/em><\/p> \u00e2\u20ac\u0153Virtually nothing was salvageable from the interior of the Lyric, abandoned in 1922, but there were\u00e2\u20ac\u00a6.\u00e2\u20ac\u2122historic elements\u00e2\u20ac\u2122 still intact within the Apollo: boxes, the ceiling dome, columns, arches and decorative motifs that could be \u00e2\u20ac\u201c if not restored \u00e2\u20ac\u201c re-created.\u00e2\u20ac\u009d<\/em><\/p> \u00e2\u20ac\u0153There is a loving care for what he does. It is old-fashioned craftsmanship and it is wonderful.\u00e2\u20ac\u009d<\/em> Richard Blinder, Architect<\/p> \u00e2\u20ac\u0153Beginning in the spring of last year, the old theatres were essentially gutted. But most of the design details and decorative motifs of the Apollo were salvaged and are being incorporated into the $30-million Ford Center.\u00e2\u20ac\u009d<\/em><\/p> \u00e2\u20ac\u0153The secret of plasterwork is in the gauging. You need a perfectly intimate mix\u00e2\u20ac\u00a6You could build a whole theater with the tools in two suitcases.\u00e2\u20ac\u009d<\/em> Jean-Francois Furieri<\/p> \u00e2\u20ac\u0153I think it\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s very good, His [Furieri] reproductions are very accurate. We can see photographs of the original work and viewing the work that the expert has done, up close, it\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s very, very true, very good.\u00e2\u20ac\u009d<\/em> Gary Hughes, Chief Curator, New Brunswick Museum<\/p> \u00e2\u20ac\u0153Elaborate scallops, up to 15 centimeters thick and formed of Mexican sisal fibre imbued with plaster, run the whole height of the balcony front and constitute its principal decoration. At their base they are linked by curling ocean waves; floral swags complete the plasterwork (gold on dark green), which restorer Jean-Fran\u00c3\u00a7ois Furieri has said is deeper and more sculptural than the plaster he restored at Toronto\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s Pantages Theatre.\u00e2\u20ac\u009d<\/em><\/p>
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\nRestoring Historic Theaters in the 21st<\/sup> Century<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Jersey City, NJ | February 1, 2019<\/h5>\n
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\nThe Restoration, Preservation and Conservation of Architectural Ornamental Plaster<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Jean-Francois D. Furieri, President and Founder of Iconoplast<\/h5>\n
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\nThe Restoration, Preservation and Conservation of Architectural Ornamental Plaster<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Jean-Francois D. Furieri, President and Founder of Iconoplast<\/h5>\n
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\n2019 Labor, Literature and Landmark Lecture Series Landmark Lectures Public Programs<\/strong><\/h4>\n
The General Society Landmark Lectures are presented in partnership with the New York Landmarks Conservancy<\/h5>\n
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\nImpressive Victorian restoration for Brampton\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s Alderlea house<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Daily Commercial News: October 30, 2015<\/h5>\n
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\nThe Heritage Canada Foundation \u00e2\u20ac\u201d 35 Years of Celebrating Heritage Day<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Heritage 2008 \u00e2\u20ac\u201c Work that Endures: Careers in Built Heritage<\/h5>\n
Extensive profiles on the careers and expertise of skilled tradespeople<\/h5>\n
Iconoplast & Jean-Francois Furieri among those highlighted (Introduction, page six)<\/h5>\n
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\nCanadian Wall and Ceiling Journal<\/strong><\/h4>\n
The Art of Plaster: Jan\/Feb 2007<\/h5>\n
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\nThe Trowel<\/strong><\/h4>\n
The Art of Plaster: Oct\/Nov 2006<\/h5>\n
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\nL\u00e2\u20ac\u2122Express<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Jean-Francois Furieri: A Votre Rencontre: 2006<\/h5>\n
Iconoplast: La Demeure de L\u00e2\u20ac\u2122Iconoclasme<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\nCanadian Wall & Ceiling Journal<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Profile of the One King West Project & Iconoplast: May\/June 2005<\/h5>\n
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\nGlobe & Mail<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Last of the Master Craftsmen: December 2005<\/h5>\n
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\nThe New York Times<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Arts & Leisure: December 1997<\/h5>\n
With a Lavish Bow to the Past, a Broadway Palace is Built<\/h5>\n
The role of Iconoplast in restoration of Times Square theatres, New York City<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n
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\nWall (And) Curtain Going Up<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Transformation of the Ford Center for Performing Arts: December 1997<\/h5>\n
Featuring restoration work under the direction of Jean-Francois Furieri<\/h5>\n
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\nToronto Star<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Toronto Plaster Expert Wins Broadway Gig: June 1997<\/h5>\n
On the Ford Center for Performing Arts: the making and restoring of fine works of plaster, from the smallest rosette to the largest haut relief or column, the most challenging and unique Iconoplast project<\/h5>\n
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\nNew York Post<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Restoration Plays to Broadway Acclaim: September 1997<\/h5>\n
Short descriptor of the work of Iconoplast<\/h5>\n
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\nThis Old House Magazine<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Renovation in Savannah: March\/April 1996<\/h5>\n
Ornamental Plaster: With techniques from the Italian Renaissance, a ceiling becomes an eye-catching canvas for three-dimensional artistry<\/h5>\n
Beautifully illustrated profile of Master Plasterer Jean-Francois Furieri, compared to the skilled craftsmen of the 15th century known as stuccotori.<\/h5>\n
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\nThe New Brunswick Reader Magazine<\/strong><\/h4>\n
The Imperial\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s Master Plasterer: January 1994<\/h5>\n
Jean-Francois Furieri Brings European Craftsmanship to the Renovations at Saint John\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s Venerable Theatre<\/h5>\n
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\nNew Brunswick Telegraph Journal<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Plaster Perfect: February 1994<\/h5>\n
Photo of Master plasterer Jean-Fran\u00c3\u00a7ois Furieri working on \u00e2\u20ac\u0153The Ancanthus Leaf\u00e2\u20ac\u009d on the balcony of the Imperial Theatre in Saint John<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n
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\nGlobe and Mail Final<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Imperial Theatre Restoration Project Coverage: July, 1994<\/h5>\n
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