The Art And Science Of Gilding;

A practical manual for the traditional craft of gilding, which involves applying thin layers of gold or other metals to surfaces for decorative or protective purposes. Ford & Mimmack describe the various techniques of gilding, including water and oil gilding, and the materials and tools required. The book also includes examples of gilded objects and interiors, and a glossary of terms. This classic guide is an essential reference for craftsmen, restorers, and art historians. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. 9781019451779 1019451777 0 NOT_MATURE http://books.google.com/books/content?id=4ck90AEACAAJ&printsec=frontcover&img=1&zoom=5&source=gbs_api en

• • Author: Ford & Mimmack (Firm)
• • Publisher: Legare Street Press
• • Publication Date: Jul 18, 2023
• • Number of Pages: 90 pages
• • Language: English
• • Binding: Hardcover
• • ISBN-10: 1019451777
• • ISBN-13: 9781019451779