Old French Ironwork - The Craftsman And His Art - Hardcover

Frank, Edgar B.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1446512835 ISBN 13: 9781446512838

Verlag: Read Books, 2010

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Book by Frank Edgar B

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This antique volume contains a detailed treatise on old French ironwork, including a variety of examples from the author's personal collection, as well as a wealth of fascinating information on such subjects as history, manufacturing processes, tools, materials, and much more besides. A unique insight into the artistry and genius of such items, this text will be of much value to those with an interest in old French ironwork, and will appeal to collectors of antique literature of this ilk. The chapters of this book include: The Craftsman; Tools and Inventions; Locks of the Fifteenth and Sixteenth Centuries; Locks of the Seventeenth And Eighteenth Centuries; Padlocks; Keys; Caskets; Hinges, Bolts, Escutcheons, Knockers, Grilles, Nails; Tobacco Devices, Nutcrackers, Knives, Scissors, Sewing Accessories; etcetera. We are proud to republish this vintage text, now complete with a new introduction on metal work.

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• Verlag: Read Books
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2010
• ISBN 10: 1446512835
• ISBN 13: 9781446512838
• Einband: Tapa dura
• Anzahl der Seiten: 240