Back again.
Many thanks for the replies from Bluebird and Tiger Tiger.
As you say Tiger x 2 , the undulations may well be a characteristic of paper skinned models which adds to their charm but I just wanted second opinions on that. I agree filler will probably spoil the model and mask other detail.
Thanks for your welcome Bluebird (John). I have lived in Shields since 1978 and have had my Passport checked many times. I was captured by a local Dance Teacher whilst I was at the Marine College doing my Masters Ticket and have been here ever since!! There are many expatriates like me in Shields as you probably know.
I think your diagnosis of gummed paper with shellac or varnish of some sort is probably spot on. I agree filler will probably ruin it.
I will try and post some pics later today, if not today, then on Monday, for you to mull over.
May I say I do not agree with Hookey Walker's view of Shields!!!
Thanks again for your replies.
John (Yorkshiregeordie)