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Classical Loop-in-Loop Chains
J. R. Smith
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Description for Classical Loop-in-Loop Chains
Paperback. This manual describes and illustrates procedures for making a variety of chains based on ancient loop-in-loop techniques. The illustrations by the author guide the reader, with previous knowledge of the basics of goldsmithing, thorugh the procedures of making these chains without assistance. Num Pages: 208 pages, 438 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: AFKG. Category: (P) Professional & Scholarly; (XV) Technical / vocational (manuals etc). Dimension: 279 x 210 x 11. Weight in Grams: 533.
ThiS is not only a book of instruction in chainmaking but it is also a work celebrating man's continuous creativity over thousands of years. At times something that man creates has far-reach ing effects; an example that quickly comes to mind is the wheel, which has enabled many devel opments, from pottery to computers. At this point it is important to note that these same wheels could not have been made without metal tools. From early Neolithic times on gold was a favorite choice in the making of jewelry. During the Neolithic period these "shining stones," probably alluvial, were prized. ... Read more
ThiS is not only a book of instruction in chainmaking but it is also a work celebrating man's continuous creativity over thousands of years. At times something that man creates has far-reach ing effects; an example that quickly comes to mind is the wheel, which has enabled many devel opments, from pottery to computers. At this point it is important to note that these same wheels could not have been made without metal tools. From early Neolithic times on gold was a favorite choice in the making of jewelry. During the Neolithic period these "shining stones," probably alluvial, were prized. ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
Number of Pages
190
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780412078811
SKU
V9780412078811
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Ref
99-15
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