Eurasian coot as received
Leg skin decaying, missing feathers
Damaged/decayed webbing under toes
Feathers now dry cleaned
Wet cleaning of feet
Filling in holes with glue and resin
Incorrect bill colour removed, first coats of colour on legs
Next layer of colour
Final layer of colour and gloss finish
Bill colour finished
Groundwork added to hide damaged webbing
Finished piece