The Contemporary Blacksmith

by Dona Z. Meilach

This important new book tackles the burgeoning revival of the blacksmith's art. Author Dona Meilach has brought together over 500 works by nearly 200 artist-craftsmen from sixteen countries to illustrate the unprecedented activity in modern ironwork that has led to its blossoming into a serious art form. You'll learn several techniques using hot and cold forming with the results clearly shown. You'll be able to recognize how a fence, railing, grille,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0764311069
• ISBN13: 9780764311062
• Release Date: April 2000
• Publisher: Schiffer Craft
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 3.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 8.9" x 11.3"