Stained Glass

by JosepAsuncion (Author)

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  Hardcover
  2003

  $3.42

  A detailed reference book on the history and the practical techniques of stained glass. Covering the history of the art from the Middle Ages to the present, plus techniques, the book includes: the material used, such as glass, grisaille, lead and putty; the tools, including those used for cutting, abrasion and handling, and soldering; extensive techniques section, with step-by-step text and illustrations; exercises for the reader that include the techniques described; restoration details; Illustrated throughout with 500 colour photographs of finished items and work in progress, this is one of the clearest books on stained glass available.