A Complete Guide to the Ornamental Leather Work by James Revell
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About this eBook
| Author | Revell, James |
|---|---|
| Title | A Complete Guide to the Ornamental Leather Work |
| Alternate Title | Revell's complete guide to ornamental leather work |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "A Complete Guide to the Ornamental Leather Work" by James Revell is a practical art publication written in the late 19th century. This instructional book focuses on the art of ornamental leatherwork, providing detailed guidance on creating various decorative items using leather. Aimed at hobbyists and crafters, it offers insight into techniques that can transform simple leather into beautiful, artistic creations. The book is structured around practical instructions and various projects, detailing the materials needed and the methods for crafting items such as flowers, leaves, and decorative frames. Revell emphasizes the importance of selecting quality leather and demonstrates techniques like wetting and modeling leather, staining, and gluing to produce durable and aesthetically pleasing results. Illustrated examples guide readers through the process of making flowers like the lily and fuchsia, as well as ornamental pieces such as brackets and frames. The guide also includes recipes for preparing various stains and stiffeners, showcasing the versatility and beauty achievable through ornamental leatherwork. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NK: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament |
| Subject | Leatherwork |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41927 |
| Release Date | Jan 27, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 82 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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