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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a practical and comprehensive guide to sign painting, aimed at aspiring sign painters seeking to enter the lucrative trade. The author draws on both personal and professional experience to provide a detailed system of instructions for mastering the art of sign painting. The book delves into the intricacies of letter design, including the various styles of letters commonly used, and guides readers through the process of crafting patterns and layouts for sign designs. The book goes beyond basic principles, offering a detailed, step-by-step guide to the process of glass gilding, which was a popular technique in the early 20th century. This includes instructions on how to properly clean and prepare glass surfaces, mix water-based sizes, apply gold leaf, and burnish and patch up the finished work. The book's historical significance lies in its preservation of these traditional sign-painting methods, offering a glimpse into a bygone era when sign painting was a highly skilled and sought-after craft. The author's emphasis on precision and meticulous attention to detail serves as a reminder of the importance of craftsmanship in any profession, past or present. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332195848_0
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Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781332195848
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