This handbook delves into the intricate arts of intarsia and marquetry, offering a comprehensive guide for designers and craftsmen. Originally part of the esteemed 'Handbooks for The Designer and Craftsman' series, this republication preserves the wealth of information, practical tips, and detailed illustrations from an antique text. It is an invaluable resource for both amateur enthusiasts and seasoned professionals seeking to master these decorative woodworking techniques.
The manual covers a broad spectrum of topics, beginning with historical notes tracing the origins of intarsia and marquetry from antiquity through their development in various European regions. It further explores the manufacturing process, the inherent capabilities and limitations of the art, and provides practical workshop receipts. This detailed exploration ensures that readers gain a thorough understanding of the craft, from its historical context to its practical application.
This fascinating text contains comprehensive handbook on intarsia and marquetry from the 'Handbooks for The Designer and Craftsman' series. Complete with a plethora of interesting information, handy tips, and detailed images, this book is perfect for anyone with an interest in intersia and marquetry. Suitable for both the amateur and professional alike, this text makes for a great addition to collections of woodworking literature and is not to be missed by the discerning enthusiast. The chapters of this book include: 'Historical Notes - Antiquity'; 'Italy in Mediaeval and Renaissance Times'; 'The Cloistered Intarsiatori and their Pupils'; 'In Germany and Holland, England and France'; 'The Process of Manufacture'; 'The Limitations and Capabilities of the Art'; and 'Workshop Receipts'. We are proud to republish this antique text here complete with a new introduction on woodworking.
Author: Jackson, F. Hamilton
Publisher: Roberts Press
Illustration: n
Language: ENG
Title: Intarsia and Marquetry - Handbook for the Designer and Craftsman
Pages: 00196 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2016-03-09
SKU-13/ISBN: 9781473360679
Category: Crafts & Hobbies : Woodwork - General
Category: Design : Decorative Arts
Category: House & Home : Woodworking
This fascinating text contains comprehensive handbook on intarsia and marquetry from the 'Handbooks for The Designer and Craftsman' series. Complete with a plethora of interesting information, handy tips, and detailed images, this book is perfect for anyone with an interest in intersia and marquetry. Suitable for both the amateur and professional alike, this text makes for a great addition to collections of woodworking literature and is not to be missed by the discerning enthusiast. The chapters of this book include: 'Historical Notes - Antiquity'; 'Italy in Mediaeval and Renaissance Times'; 'The Cloistered Intarsiatori and their Pupils'; 'In Germany and Holland, England and France'; 'The Process of Manufacture'; 'The Limitations and Capabilities of the Art'; and 'Workshop Receipts'. We are proud to republish this antique text here complete with a new introduction on woodworking.
Author: Jackson, F. Hamilton
Publisher: Roberts Press
Illustration: n
Language: ENG
Title: Intarsia and Marquetry - Handbook for the Designer and Craftsman
Pages: 00196 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2016-03-09
SKU-13/ISBN: 9781473360679
Category: Crafts & Hobbies : Woodwork - General
Category: Design : Decorative Arts
Category: House & Home : Woodworking
