Book Description
Superb, step-by-step guide enables even beginners to build heirloom pieces by Hepplewhite, Chippendale, Phyfe, and other masters. Detailed, precise construction drawings, measurements. Full instructions. Over 500 illustrations.
Author : Franklin H. Gottshall
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 37,39 MB
Release : 2012-12-13
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 0486161641
Superb, step-by-step guide enables even beginners to build heirloom pieces by Hepplewhite, Chippendale, Phyfe, and other masters. Detailed, precise construction drawings, measurements. Full instructions. Over 500 illustrations.
Author : John A. Nelson
Publisher :
Page : 127 pages
File Size : 34,47 MB
Release : 1988
Category : Furniture making
ISBN :
Author : Franklin H. Gottshall
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 35,10 MB
Release : 1994-08-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 0486279766
This book introduces the fundamentals of cabinetmaking and woodworking and provides advice on selecting hardware, finishing and other aspects of the craft. Includes forty classic projects with instructions and measured drawings.
Author : Franklin H. Gottshall
Publisher : Dover Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 11,61 MB
Release : 1994-08-17
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780486279763
With this profusely illustrated guide, even beginning woodworkers can build precise reproductions of the most sought-after antique furniture — heirloom pieces by Sheraton, Hepplewhite, Duncan, Phyfe, Chippendale, and other celebrated craftsmen. It's possible by following the simple, step-by-step procedures outlined in this expert manual. You'll learn how to construct such magnificent antiques as a Chippendale flat-topped partner's desk, Queen Anne handkerchief table, Sheraton drop-leaf dining table, Hepplewhite four-poster bed, grandfather clock, Queen Anne spice cabinet, and many more. Every step is clearly explained and illustrated, with remarkably detailed and precise construction drawings, accompanied by exact measurements. You'll even find superb photographs of the finished pieces. The book begins with an expert introduction to the fundamentals of cabinetmaking and woodworking: how to cut, square, and plane lumber; the use and care of hand tools; and then clear explanations of such processes as joinery, drawer construction, dovetailing, wood turning, gluing, bull and claw foot carving, and other wood carving details as well as how to choose the correct stock. Also included is a wealth of time-tested advice on selecting hardware, finishing, and other aspects of the craft. No matter what your level of woodworking expertise — novice to expert — the exceptionally precise and well-thought-out instructions and diagrams in this book will enable you to craft beautiful and authentic antique furniture you'll be proud to use and display for years to come.
Author : John A. Nelson
Publisher :
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 30,16 MB
Release : 1982
Category : Antiques
ISBN : 9780442247287
Author : John A. Nelson
Publisher :
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 14,43 MB
Release : 1982
Category : Furniture making
ISBN : 9780442268589
Author : John A. Nelson
Publisher : Van Nostrand Reinhold Company
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 22,22 MB
Release : 1984
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN :
Author : Charlotte Furniture Co. (Charlotte, MI)
Publisher :
Page : 23 pages
File Size : 44,79 MB
Release : 193?
Category : Furniture, American
ISBN :
Author : Monte Burch
Publisher : Sterling Publishing (NY)
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 49,44 MB
Release : 1993
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780806903026
Provides step-by-step instructions and precise diagrams for constructing 50 museum-quality projects.
Author : John Gerald Shea
Publisher : Dover Publications
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 18,74 MB
Release : 1994-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780486282626
This excellent how-to book provides woodworkers with all the information and instructions they need to construct accurate and beautiful replicas of such attractive pieces as a drop-lid desk, pine dresser, wing chair, butterfly trestle table, paneled chest, bookcases, and other authentic replicas. Over 300 illustrations.