The Art Of Engraving: A Practical Treatise On The Engraver's Art, With Special Reference To Letter And Monogram Engraving (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163498828)

The Art of Engraving is a comprehensive guide to the art of engraving, written by Fred Holmes Rees. The book is designed to provide a practical treatise on the engraver's art, with a special focus on letter and monogram engraving. The book begins with an introduction to the history of engraving and the tools and materials required for the art. It then moves on to cover the various techniques used in engraving, including line engraving, stipple engraving, and etching. The book also provides detailed instructions on how to create various types of letter and monogram engravings, as well as other decorative designs. Throughout the book, Rees provides numerous examples of his own work and offers tips and advice on how to achieve the best results. The Art of Engraving is an essential resource for anyone interested in the art of engraving, whether they are a beginner or a seasoned professional.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Fred Holmes Rees
ISBN-10: 1163498823
ISBN-13: 9781163498828
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 200
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.03lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d