Description
The craft of stonemasonry will never be a dying art; the skilled use of hand tools to create or repair masonry structures will always be essential and sits well with our modern construction industry. The traditional stonemason holds skills and knowledge that have produced the most spectacular and beautiful structures the world has ever known. This book introduces the world of the artist craftsman, from the basic essentials of selecting stone, developing tool skills and techniques, to producing set-work pieces of the highest quality to become part of the built heritage. Techniques are explained with an accessible but detailed approach, and supported by step-by-step photographs: Turn a boulder into a perfect cube. Make a voussoir for an arch. Produce a tracery quatrefoil. Carve a stunning sphere. Repair an ashlar wall.
ASIN: 184797385X
VSKU: BVV.184797385X.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Daniels, Chris
Binding: Hardcover
Note: Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.
Condition Notes: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.
ASIN: 184797385X
VSKU: BVV.184797385X.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Daniels, Chris
Binding: Hardcover
Note: Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.
Condition Notes: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.