Reproducing Antique Furniture - 40 Detailed Projects / In-Depth Illustrated Book

Description

Black-and-white photographs, detailed blueprint drawings and line drawings supplement a rich narrative which review in-depth
REPRODUCTING ANTIQUE FURNITURE
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y Franklin H. Gottshall, Crown Publishers, Inc., NY, 1971.
“Whether it be Chippendale, Queen Anne, Sheraton, Duncan Phyfe, Windsor, Hepplewhite, Empire, or Colonial, examples of the most sought-after periods can be stunningly duplicated by following the simple step-by-step procedures outlined….The first section of the book describes for the beginner the fundamentals of cabinetmaking and the rudiments of woodwork; how to cut, square, and plane lumber.  There is an explanation of hand tools and their uses and construction processes such as joinery, drawer construction, dovetailing, wood-turning methods, gluing, ball-and-claw foot carving and other wood-carving details, and directions on how to choose the correct stock…. Each of the 40 projects is presented in detail, schematically drawn with a bill of materials required and a running text with full explanation of all processes.  Among the magnificent antiques reproduced are a Chippendale flattop partners’ desks a Queen Anne handkerchief table, a Sheraton drop-leaf dining table, a Hepplewhite four-poster bed, a grandfather clock, and a Queen Anne spice cabinet.”  This book will make a welcome addition to the reference library of the wood worker, antique collector, and furniture maker.
9.25” x 12.25” hardback with dust cover in very good condition.  240 pages.
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