The Golden Age Of Ironwork

Covers ironwork from roughly 1840 to 1930. Thus, it includes cast iron, which prevailed during the nineteenth century and hand wrought iron, which triumphed from about 1900 to 1930.

The peak of architectural ironwork in the 19th Century saw the spread of ornate decorative ironwork across the world. In recent years there has been a significant increase in conservation and restoration projects aiming to protect the artistry of traditional ironwork for future generations. Conservation of Architectural Ironwork is the first book to provide a complete guide to the conservation and maintenance of traditional architectural ironwork. First introducing the contextual history and key material features of architectural ironwork, the book goes on to guide readers through the management and delivery of conservation projects from start to finish, explaining the very latest in conservation technology. At its peak, architectural ironwork was used on a vast global scale in buildings, bridges, street furniture and ornamental structures. With international case studies and detailed illustrations, this book will be an essential reference for heritage professionals and students of architectural conservation around the world.

First published in 1911, this book is an accumulation of years of practical work and research by the author, focusing on what is often regarded as the 'golden age' of decorative ironwork in England.

A comprehensive overview of New Mexican folk arts from the 16th century to the present time.

In 1671, Dutch diplomat and scientist Nicolaes Witsen published a book that served, among other things, as an encyclopedia for the “shell-first” method of ship construction. In the centuries since, Witsen’s rather convoluted text has also become a valuable source for insights into historical shipbuilding methods and philosophies during the “Golden Age” of Dutch maritime trade. However, as André Wegener Sleeswyk’s foreword notes, Witsen’s work is difficult to access not only for its seventeenth-century Dutch language but also for the vagaries of its author’s presentation. Fortunately for scholars and students of nautical archaeology and shipbuilding, this important but chaotic work has now been reorganized and elucidated by A. J. Hoving and translated into English by Alan Lemmers. In Nicolaes Witsen and Shipbuilding in the Dutch Golden Age, Hoving, master model builder for the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, sorts out the steps in Witsen’s method for building a seventeenth-century pinas by following them and building a model of the vessel. Experimenting with techniques and materials, conducting research in other publications of the time, and rewriting as needed to clarify and correct some vital omissions in the sequence, Hoving makes Witsen’s work easier to use and understand. Nicolaes Witsen and Shipbuilding in the Dutch Golden Age is an indispensable guide to Witsen’s work and the world of his topic: the almost forgotten basics of a craftsmanship that has been credited with the flourishing of the Dutch Republic in the seventeenth century. To view a sample of Ab Hoving’s ship model drawings, please visit: http://nautarch.tamu.edu/shiplab/AbHoving.htm

A one-of-a-kind, step-by-step guide to compiling an HSR—a document crucial to every professional working on a historic property. Any architect, engineer, or preservation professional renovating a historic property must be familiar with the historic structure report (HSR)—a document that evaluates all aspects of a property to minimize damage during restoration. The only book of its kind, this practical guide walks readers through the process of compiling an HSR. From gathering historical and archival data about the property to analyzing its structural, mechanical, and electrical components to assessing the state of its interior finish, including wood, masonry, and metals, this book covers all the nuts and bolts of an expertly written, informative HSR. Explaining what information should be included in each section and how investigators can work together effectively as a team to produce a comprehensive, coherent report, this handbook is one no professional should be without.

A wealth of information for blacksmiths. Congratulations for looking at the ultimate guide with advice and information about projects, history, definitions, step-by-step tutorials, and much more. A unique combo with oceans of information. The basics are all explained in this easy guide for the beginner who is looking for a new hobby or passion. Blacksmithing is a lot of fun, and the ancient trade hasn’t been lost to those who are interested in it. Learn, among others: The kinds of materials to use, and which not to use. Fundamentals, methods, and tips to perfect the skills. All about linking metals, hardening, tempering, and chiseling. The difference between hot and cold chisels and how to use them. Hammer tips, as well as anvil, tongs, and other materials to master and understand. Safety precautions for the cautious handicraft person. Where the name, the trade, and other aspects of blacksmithing come from. How to weld and forge weld. Materials, tools, and other things you should use to accomplish your blacksmithing goals. Olet fitting types and applications. Six steps to make a sword. Specifics about silversmithing, platinum rings, and forging Japanese swords. To begin, we’ll talk about forged round bars. Then we talk about how to create a business out of your DIY Blacksmithing projects. After that, we’ll go over platforms such as Facebook, Etsy, YouTube, and ads. We’ll discuss how to maximize profits and efficiency in your shop and your business. We’ll finish up with some extra information about metal railing, D2 steel, and hard cutting tool materials. Curious yet? Then don’t wait and start reading, so you don’t have to remain in the dark. Save yourself the time and learn from what worked for me. I will see you in the first chapter!