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 WoodsOn Fixing the WorkOn First Steps and Carving in ReliefOn Fretwork and Perforated CarvingOn Bold WorkOn Sharpening the ToolsStaining, Oiling, Varnishing, and PolishingOn the Antiquity and History of Wood-Carvingand more.We are proud to republish this antique book here complete with a new introduction on decorative woodwork.
