Subject: Can the anodized aluminum application on an object be removed chemically ?

I have a handmade aluminum tray from 1937 that is quite rare. At somepoint 
The previous owners had the piece given a gold colored anodized finish. I 
can remove the coloring with oven cleaner and a brush. However, the 
aluminum oxide built up via the process is very hard and resists polishing. 
I would like to remove the anodized layer to restore the original polished 
surface and bring out the decorative design. Can this be done at home, or 
at all ? 

Sincerely...Matt

Re: Can the anodized aluminum application on an object be removed chemically ?