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Publication Date
2008-06-24
Pages
80
ISBN
0764330179
Book Title
Advanced Scrimshaw Techniques
Item Length
11 in
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing, The Limited
Publication Year
2008
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Illustrator
Yes
Item Height
0.2 in
Author
Jim Stevens
Genre
Art, Crafts & Hobbies
Topic
Techniques / General, Folkcrafts
Item Width
8.5 in
Item Weight
16 Oz
Number of Pages
80 Pages

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Learn techniques every scrimshaw carver needs for true proficiency in this traditional art form. Over 130 clear color photos illustrate ivory carving with hand and power tools, color and power engraving and painting, and practices in the care, conservation, repair, and restoration of ivory scrimshaw objects. Along with practical instruction on carving and decorating, the detailed text provides vital information on scrimshaw fakes, reproductions, resources, and appraisals. A unique feature is the extensive glossary, providing explanations of scrimshaw engraving, sculpting, carving, and collecting terms found collectively nowhere else. Artists using this book will gain an array of techniques and invaluable information. For scrimshaw carvers, this book is vital.

Product Identifiers

Publisher
Schiffer Publishing, The Limited
ISBN-10
0764330179
ISBN-13
9780764330179
eBay Product ID (ePID)
66242485

Product Key Features

Book Title
Advanced Scrimshaw Techniques
Author
Jim Stevens
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Topic
Techniques / General, Folkcrafts
Publication Year
2008
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Art, Crafts & Hobbies
Number of Pages
80 Pages

Dimensions

Item Length
11 in
Item Height
0.2 in
Item Width
8.5 in
Item Weight
16 Oz

Additional Product Features

Number of Volumes
1 Vol.
Copyright Date
2008
Target Audience
Trade

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  • Excellent addidition to my resource library.

    An essential resource for beginning Scrimshanders as well as seasoned artists. Detailed and super sharp pictures illustrate this book. Nice source for tools and materials. Well written and easy to understand.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: b_lil_beneton

  • Advanced Scrimshaw Techniques by Jim Stevens

    Very good companion book to the first issue on the same subject! Very descritive and chock full of pictures! It Comes Highly Recommended for both the experienced scrimshander and novice.

  • Must buy book for Scrimshaw enthusiasts.

    Great book, well written by Scrimshaw master Jim Stevens. Gives great info on color Scrimshaw, restorations, damage repairs, etc...