Wood Engraving: A Manual Of Instruction (1884)

Wood Engraving: A Manual of Instruction is a comprehensive guide to the art of wood engraving, written by William James Linton and first published in 1884. The book covers all aspects of the wood engraving process, from selecting and preparing the wood block to cutting the design and printing the finished image. Linton provides detailed instructions on the tools and techniques used in wood engraving, including the use of gravers, burins, and other cutting tools, as well as the various methods of printing the finished image. He also includes a section on the history of wood engraving and its development as an art form. The book is illustrated with numerous examples of wood engravings, both historical and contemporary, and includes practical exercises and projects for readers to try. With its clear and concise instructions and wealth of information, Wood Engraving: A Manual of Instruction remains an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the art of wood engraving.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.