Hand-Forging and Wrought-Iron Ornamental Work

Nonfiction, Home & Garden, Crafts & Hobbies, Metal Work, The Home, Do It Yourself, Science & Nature, Technology
Cover of the book Hand-Forging and Wrought-Iron Ornamental Work by Thomas F. Googerty, Read Books Ltd.
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Author: Thomas F. Googerty ISBN: 9781473339668
Publisher: Read Books Ltd. Publication: August 25, 2017
Imprint: Owen Press Language: English
Author: Thomas F. Googerty
ISBN: 9781473339668
Publisher: Read Books Ltd.
Publication: August 25, 2017
Imprint: Owen Press
Language: English

This vintage book contains a comprehensive training manual for students, professional workers, and others interested in hand-wrought ornamental ironwork. Written in simple, plain language and full of helpful illustrations, this volume is ideal for novice metalworks looking for an introduction to the subject. Contents include: "The Spirit of Decorating", "History of Ornamental Ironwork", "Beauty, Strength and Pliability Combined", "Correct Principles in Designing", "Mere Ornament not Decoration", "Decorative Value of Curves and Lines", "The Inspiration of Art and Nature", "Equipment", "The Forge", "Fuel", "The Fire", "Heating", et cetera. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on metal work. First published in 1911.

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This vintage book contains a comprehensive training manual for students, professional workers, and others interested in hand-wrought ornamental ironwork. Written in simple, plain language and full of helpful illustrations, this volume is ideal for novice metalworks looking for an introduction to the subject. Contents include: "The Spirit of Decorating", "History of Ornamental Ironwork", "Beauty, Strength and Pliability Combined", "Correct Principles in Designing", "Mere Ornament not Decoration", "Decorative Value of Curves and Lines", "The Inspiration of Art and Nature", "Equipment", "The Forge", "Fuel", "The Fire", "Heating", et cetera. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on metal work. First published in 1911.

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