Practical Masonry: A Guide To The Art Of Stone Cutting (1904) - Softcover

Purchase, William R

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1163970921 ISBN 13: 9781163970928

Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, 2010

Synopsis

Practical Masonry: A Guide To The Art Of Stone Cutting (1904) is a comprehensive guidebook written by William R. Purchase. The book is an extensive and detailed guide to the art of stone cutting, and it covers a wide range of topics related to the craft of masonry. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the art of stone cutting. The first chapter of the book provides an overview of the tools and equipment required for stone cutting. The author describes the different types of chisels, hammers, and other tools that are commonly used by masons. The second chapter focuses on the different types of stone that are used in masonry, including limestone, sandstone, and granite. The author provides detailed information on the properties of each type of stone and how they can be cut and shaped.The third chapter of the book covers the techniques used in stone cutting, including the different types of cuts that can be made and the different methods for shaping and smoothing the stone. The fourth chapter provides detailed instructions on how to lay and bond stones together to create walls, arches, and other structures. The fifth chapter covers the decorative aspects of masonry, including carving and ornamentation.Throughout the book, the author provides detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the techniques and processes involved in stone cutting. The book also includes a glossary of terms and a list of resources for further study. Practical Masonry: A Guide To The Art Of Stone Cutting (1904) is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the craft of masonry or the history of architecture.Comprising The Construction, Setting-Out, And Working Of Stairs, Circular Work, Arches, Niches, Domes, Pendentives, Vaults, Tracery Windows, Etc. To Which Are Added Supplements Relating To Masonry Estimating And Quantity Surveying, And To Building Stones And Marbles, And A Glossary Of Terms For The Use Of Students, Masons, And Craftsmen.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.

Edition details

• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1163970921
• ISBN 13: 9781163970928
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 234