Carving Japanese Netsuke for Beginners by Robert Jubb (Paperback, 2011)

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ISBN-13: 9781861086938, 978-1861086938. This title covers the full process and all techniques required, from making the maquette to finished item. It also features an in-depth history of the craft and a gallery of inspirational examples.

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Create your Japanese work of art with this new, comprehensive title on the intricate skill of Japanese netsuke carvings. Traditionally created for practical reasons, these fantastic, miniature carvings are now highly collectible works of art. Carving Japanese Netsuke for Beginners is packed with information on the history, techniques, tools and skills needed to master the art. Written in an approachable, personal style with 6 step-by-step projects to follow and 23 additional ideas each accompanied by colour photographs, the book includes everything you need to know to get you started on the way to creating your own superb, miniature carvings each reflecting Japanese tradition. AUTHOR: Bob Jubb started carving as a hobby whilst working as an international engineering consultant. Regularly posted abroad, he would carve wherever and whenever he could, often in hotel rooms! Now retired, and living in West Sussex, Bob is free to dedicate more time to his love of carving. He was a founder member of the Sussex Woodcraft Society (SWS), which has grown from two to about 180 members. Also available: The Art of Carving Netsuke 9781861086822

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PublisherGuild of Master Craftsman Publications LTD
ISBN-139781861086938
eBay Product ID (ePID)178326219

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Book TitleCarving Japanese Netsuke for Beginners
AuthorRobert Jubb
FormatPaperback
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2011
GenreArt & Culture
Number of Pages176 Pages

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Item Height248mm
Item Width186mm

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Title_AuthorRobert Jubb
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom

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  • Excellent content. Excellent possibilities.

    Excellent book both for creative and illustrative content. The netsuke illustrated in this book are made by a man who enjoys his craft and is able to transmit that joy to his readers.

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  • Inspiring book

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