Schiffer Publishing - Gold Leaf Application and Antique Restoration
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- 96-page comprehensive gilding techniques guide
- Step-by-step instructions with 300+ color photos
- Covers Dutch metal through water gilding
- Includes antique frame restoration methods
- Features materials sourcing and recipe formulas
- Suitable for beginners through advanced crafters
- 8.5 x 11 in. paperback format
Master traditional gilding techniques with step-by-step guidance
Gold leaf gilder and restoration artist Ellen Becker brings her years of experience to the table, sharing the long-guarded recipes of this ancient craft along with illustrated, step-by-step instructions for various gold leafing and restoration techniques. This book tells you everything you need to get started and where to find it, it illustrates various techniques for restoring antique frames, and it takes budding craftsmen through a series of projects, starting with simple Dutch metal application through the fine art of water gilding. The artist also shares one of her favorite projects: a gilded box. Paperback book measures 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 96 pages with over 300 color photos. Schiffer. ISBN 0764306324
