Machines a Visual History: DOM Chinea Celebrates the Essential Machines Used by Artisans for Centuries (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780744089608)

The Repair Shop's Dom Chinea takes you on an exploration of more than 120 essential machines found in the workshops and studios of the world's finest artisans and heritage craftspeople.

Having covered tools in his first book, Dominic Chinea turns his attention to machines. Featuring more than 120 machines, defined as items with a mechanism to help transfer energy, Dom looks at objects, including the potter's wheel, grain mill, sewing machine, printing press, wheel maker, and plenty more. Each machine has a fascinating history and story to tell that highlights its contribution to artisanal crafts. And with every machine accompanied by beautifully ornate illustrations by Lee John Philips, it's certain to be a treasured book for all creators and craftspeople.

Author: Dominic Chinea
ISBN-10: 0744089603
ISBN-13: 9780744089608
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Language: English
Published: 10/01/2024
Pages: 240
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.25lbs