The Japanese Joinery (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781784945565)

Japanese Joinery by Dorian Bracht showcases traditional and modern Japanese joinery techniques.

Japanese
joinery is viewed by many as being an art as well as a craft. The author showcases over 50 different joints ranging from traditional joints
which have been used over hundreds of years to the most recent innovations in
Japanese joint design.
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Beautiful
photography showcases the intricate nature of the wood joints
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Extensive
information allowing the reader to delve deeper into the craft-
Aspirational
and inspirational for woodworkers of all levels

Dorian Bracht's extensive carpentry experience provides readers with a comprehensive guide to the world of traditional Japanese joinery and its influence throughout the world on woodworking and joinery today.

The joints are
illustrated by photographs as well as hand-drawn illustrations. The accompanying text describes
the history of each joint, how they are used, variations, and tips on how the
joints are constructed. There is also a comprehensive section on Japanese
woodworking tools.

Author: Dorian Bracht
ISBN-10: 1784945560
ISBN-13: 9781784945565
Publisher: GMC Publications
Language: English
Published: 10/01/2024
Pages: 208
Format: Paperback