{"product_id":"9781473352995","title":"The Art Of Wood Carving. Practical Hints To Amateurs, And A Short History Of The Art","description":"This book contains a detailed treatise on wood carving, including practical tips for amateurs, and a short history of the art. Containing invaluable information on tools and techniques, as well as a myriad other handy tips and detailed diagrams, this text is perfect for those with little or no experience and makes for a great addition to collections of woodworking literature. The chapters of this book include: 'On the Choice of Woods'; 'On Fixing the Work'; 'On First Steps and Carving in Relief'; 'On Fretwork and Perforated Carving'; 'On Bold Work'; 'On Sharpening the Tools'; 'Staining, Oiling, Varnishing, and Polishing'; 'On the Antiquity and History of Wood-Carving'; and more. We are proud to republish this antique book here complete with a new introduction on decorative woodwork.","brand":"Read Books Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47144325611760,"sku":"9781473352995","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781473352995_p0.jpg?v=1763600419","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781473352995","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}