Wood Engraving: its history and technique

Identifier:REF.PM.1725

Dimensions:143 p. : illus. ; 25 cm.

Publication dates:1948

Library of Congress Subject Headings:Wood-engraving--Technique, Wood-engraving

Description:"A short account of the history and development of wood engraving is followed by exact and lucid instructions for every stage, from the preparation of the design for the block, the choice and use of the engraving tools, to an important section dealing with the tracing and correction of faults."-- from jack cover. Contents include: Why choose wood engraving-- principles and development-- the design of wood engraving-- the preparation of the design-- the block-- the preparation of the block-- the engraving tools-- sharpening and care of tools-- other equipment for the engraver-- getting down to work-- expression of forma and texture-- printing-- Bewick and some modern engravers-- bibliography