The Art of Wood Carving - Practical Hints to Amateurs, and a Short History of the Art

By George Alfred Rogers

A detailed treatise on wood carving, including practical tips for amateurs, and a short history of the art.

Containing invaluable information on tools and techniques, as well as a myriad other handy tips and detailed diagrams, this text is perfect for those with little or no experience and makes for a great addition to collections of woodworking literature.

Chapters include:

On the Choice of Woods On Fixing the Work On First Steps and Carving in Relief On Fretwork and Perforated Carving On Bold Work On Sharpening the Tools Staining, Oiling, Varnishing, and Polishing On the Antiquity and History of Wood-Carving and more.

We are proud to republish this antique book here complete with a new introduction on decorative woodwork.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1446071774
• ISBN13: 9781446071779
• Release Date: July 2011
• Publisher: Ellott Press
• Length: 94 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 5.5" x 8.5"