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The making of sculpture : the materials and techniques of European sculpture / edited by Marjorie Trusted.
LIBRA - Fisher Fine Arts NB450 .M35 2007
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- Format:
- Book
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Sculpture materials.
- Sculpture--Technique.
- Sculpture.
- Physical Description:
- 192 pages : illustrations ; 27 cm
- Edition:
- paperback edition.
- Place of Publication:
- London : V & A Publications ; New York : distributed in North America by Harry N. Abrams, 2007.
- Summary:
- This is an accessible historical and technical guide to the materials and techniques of European sculpture, based on the collections at the V&A. Casting, carving, and modeling practices are explored from medieval times onwards. Each chapter concentrates on a specific material or category. Beautiful color photography highlights the works and illustrates contemporary workshop practices.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- ISBN:
- 9781851775071
- 1851775072
- OCLC:
- 155691357
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