Author: Erwin Ottomar Christensen
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 9780486218403
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Engaging survey of nearly 200 years of great native folk art: weathervanes, portraits, Indians, ship figureheads, toys, decoys, etc. 17th through 19th century. Styles, uses, technical information, makers. 68 illustrations.
Early American Wood Carving
Author: Erwin Ottomar Christensen
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 9780486218403
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Engaging survey of nearly 200 years of great native folk art: weathervanes, portraits, Indians, ship figureheads, toys, decoys, etc. 17th through 19th century. Styles, uses, technical information, makers. 68 illustrations.
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 9780486218403
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Engaging survey of nearly 200 years of great native folk art: weathervanes, portraits, Indians, ship figureheads, toys, decoys, etc. 17th through 19th century. Styles, uses, technical information, makers. 68 illustrations.
A Museum of Early American Tools
Author: Eric Sloane
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486463036
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
This delightful evocation of simpler times and the tools that built America has always held a special place in the hearts of lovers of Americana and Yankee ingenuity. Now available in a handsome hardcover gift edition, this engaging, informative book features 184 of the author's inimitable drawings.
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486463036
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
This delightful evocation of simpler times and the tools that built America has always held a special place in the hearts of lovers of Americana and Yankee ingenuity. Now available in a handsome hardcover gift edition, this engaging, informative book features 184 of the author's inimitable drawings.
Fine Points of Furniture
Author: Albert Sack
Publisher: Schiffer Book for Collectors
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Rev. ed. of: The new fine points of furniture.1993.
Publisher: Schiffer Book for Collectors
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Rev. ed. of: The new fine points of furniture.1993.
Birds in Wood and Paint
Author: Joseph H. Ellis
Publisher: UPNE
ISBN: 1584657855
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 202
Book Description
A comprehensive look at American miniature bird carvings and the artists who made them
Publisher: UPNE
ISBN: 1584657855
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 202
Book Description
A comprehensive look at American miniature bird carvings and the artists who made them
A Reverence for Wood
Author: Eric Sloane
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486433943
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 114
Book Description
This book underscores the important role that wood has played in the development of American life and culture. Covering such topics as the aesthetics of wood, wooden implements, and carpentry, Sloane remarks expansively and with affection on the resourcefulness of Early Americans in their use of this precious commodity.
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486433943
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 114
Book Description
This book underscores the important role that wood has played in the development of American life and culture. Covering such topics as the aesthetics of wood, wooden implements, and carpentry, Sloane remarks expansively and with affection on the resourcefulness of Early Americans in their use of this precious commodity.
Elijah Pierce's America
Author: Nancy Ireson
Publisher: Companyédition Paul Holberton/The Barnes Foundation
ISBN: 9781911300878
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Published in conjunction with an exhibition held at the Barnes Foundation, Philadelphia from September 27, 2020 - January 10, 2021.
Publisher: Companyédition Paul Holberton/The Barnes Foundation
ISBN: 9781911300878
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Published in conjunction with an exhibition held at the Barnes Foundation, Philadelphia from September 27, 2020 - January 10, 2021.
Carving the Acanthus
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780997870268
Category : Carving (Decorative arts)
Languages : en
Pages : 311
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780997870268
Category : Carving (Decorative arts)
Languages : en
Pages : 311
Book Description
Carving an American Eagle with Paul White
Author: Paul White
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
ISBN: 9780887406249
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Paul White takes the carver through the process of carving a large traditional bald eagle. Beginning with the gluing of the boards and sculpting and ending with a helpful description of gold leafing, Paul explains each step in detail. For those who wish to get right to the carving he also explains the use of commercially prepared blanks. A measured drawing of the project and gallery of variations is included.
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
ISBN: 9780887406249
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Paul White takes the carver through the process of carving a large traditional bald eagle. Beginning with the gluing of the boards and sculpting and ending with a helpful description of gold leafing, Paul explains each step in detail. For those who wish to get right to the carving he also explains the use of commercially prepared blanks. A measured drawing of the project and gallery of variations is included.
Carving Architectural Detail in Wood
Author: Frederick Wilbur
Publisher: GMC Publications
ISBN:
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 186
Book Description
"A primer for woodcarvers in the vocabulary of classical ornamentation, and the practical skills needed to carve it."--"Woodshop News." "Blueprints are provided for moldings, volutes, rosettes, and capitals. The geometry of these designs is celebrated as the author brings these ancient motifs into making present-day objects such as picture frames, mantelpieces, and gateposts."--"Chip Chats."
Publisher: GMC Publications
ISBN:
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 186
Book Description
"A primer for woodcarvers in the vocabulary of classical ornamentation, and the practical skills needed to carve it."--"Woodshop News." "Blueprints are provided for moldings, volutes, rosettes, and capitals. The geometry of these designs is celebrated as the author brings these ancient motifs into making present-day objects such as picture frames, mantelpieces, and gateposts."--"Chip Chats."
The Practical Book of Early American Arts and Crafts
Author: Harold Donaldson Eberlein
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Antiques
Languages : en
Pages : 446
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Antiques
Languages : en
Pages : 446
Book Description