Author : Pam Gresham
Publisher : Schiffer Pub Limited
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 23,39 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780887407116
Explore the wealth of design motifs developed by the German immigrants to Pennsylvania and perfect for chip carving. Pam applies a variety of the designs to a Wilkom plaque and a beautiful bible box, leading the carver step-by-step through the process of chip carving each of these creations. A gallery and patterns make this a most useful book.
Author : Patrick Donmoyer
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 43,95 MB
Release : 2019-03
Category :
ISBN : 9780998707426
Author : JoAnne C. Day
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 25,50 MB
Release : 1975-01-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780486205748
Forty-seven stencil designs reflecting the Pennsylvania Dutch folk art heritage.
Author : John G. Shea
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 33,80 MB
Release : 2012-12-27
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 0486157628
Richly illustrated guide to Pennsylvania Dutch culture and craftsmanship, including measured drawings for building 50 representative pieces: chairs, tables, desks, many more. 250 illustrations. Bibliography.
Author : Ivan E. Hoyt
Publisher : Stackpole Books
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 29,89 MB
Release : 2008-02-14
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 0811749991
The traditional Pennsylvania Dutch folk practice of painting colorful, round geometric designs directly on barns was adapted to a detached disk format in the mid-twentieth century. Ivan E. Hoyt is one of the most celebrated artisans of hex sign painting, and in this detailed how-to book he shares his knowledge, providing information on tools, step-by-step instructions and photographs, design ideas, and painting tips. Projects include rosette, star, tulip, maple, and oak designs.
Author : Frances Lichten
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 27,24 MB
Release : 1976
Category : Art, Pennsylvania Dutch
ISBN : 9780486233031
Author : Corinne P. Earnest
Publisher : Schiffer Book for Collectors
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 33,61 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780764309205
Having roots in medieval European decorated manuscript art, fraktur celebrate Pennsylvania German family events such as births, baptisms, and marriages. 230+ photographs present three centuries of American fraktur interwoven with insightful historical details, information on the making of fraktur, and techniques for their preservation and care. The colorful pages will delight and stimulate curiosity among historians, scholars, and all who appreciate art to explore the hidden treasures at the heart of these charming manuscripts.
Author : John Gerald Shea
Publisher :
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 22,79 MB
Release : 1980
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN :
Describes the lifestyle of early German settlers in Pennsylvania, the furniture they made by hand, and the designs, techniques, and materials for making reproductions of their chairs, tables, and chests
Author : Ellen J. Gehret
Publisher :
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 22,15 MB
Release : 1985
Category : Art
ISBN :
Over six hundred photographs and drawings enable modern needleworkers to recapture the charm of these young women's labors and all who love Pennsylvania German folk culture to revel in the industry and achievement of the patience and self-control needed to complete a towel for display.-- Book jacket
Author : Patrick J. Donmoyer
Publisher :
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 27,5 MB
Release : 2013-07
Category : Barns
ISBN : 9781601263841
With special emphasis on Berks and Lehigh Counties, this groundbreaking work is an unparalleled presentation of the area's most publically-acclaimed regional folk art, known as Hex Signs or Barn Stars. This valuable collection offers the rare opportunity to examine in-depth the history, mythology, and cultural significance of these captivating local icons. Over 200 beautiful color photographs are included.
