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

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.