Encyclopedia of Knots and Fancy Rope Work

von Raoul Graumont

704 Seiten, Hardcover

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

A comprehensive history of knots and ropemaking that covers thousands of knots, with how-to instructions for tying and making useful and decorative items with rope. When this book first published in 1939, it quickly became--and has remained for more than a half century--the classic in its field. Truly comprehensive in scope, this encyclopedia begins with a history of knots and rope making and proceeds into the how-to of tying and of making useful and decorative articles with rope. The book includes:

Descriptions of more than 3,600 knots 348 full-page plates with illustrations of the knots described A history of ropemaking as an artform Directions for creating a host of practical items from rope

Both seasoned professionals and newcomers to the artform will find this encyclopedia to be a treasure trove of valuable tips and insights.

• Themen: Lifestyle, Hobbys und Freizeit Handarbeit, Dekoration und Kunsthandwerk Handarbeiten, Textil- und Stoffarbeiten
• ISBN: 9780870330216
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 07.07.2009
• Größe: 255 x 193 mm
• Verlag: Schiffer Publishing