This book is one of the only recent writings on the history and craft of the tinsmith. Once tinsmith existed in every American town. Making items for the home, farm and industry.
John Player details the history and craft with a passion that could only come from a man who not only collected tinware but spent 20 years making it for collectors and decorators.
This book is great introduction to the art and craft of the tinsmith. A good starting place for someone who wishes to pick up the trade.
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