The Art Of Taxidermy (1898)

von John Rowley

300 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The Art of Taxidermy is a book written by John Rowley in 1898. It is a comprehensive guide to the art of preserving and mounting animals for display. The book covers a range of topics including the history of taxidermy, the tools and materials needed for the craft, and the techniques used to prepare and mount various types of animals. Rowley provides detailed instructions on how to skin and prepare birds, mammals, fish, and reptiles for mounting. He also includes information on the various types of mounts that can be used, such as full-body mounts, head mounts, and flat skins. In addition to the technical aspects of taxidermy, Rowley also discusses the artistic aspects of the craft. He provides tips on how to create lifelike poses and expressions, and how to use color and texture to enhance the realism of the mount. Overall, The Art of Taxidermy is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art and science of preserving and displaying animals. It provides a comprehensive overview of the techniques and materials used in taxidermy, as well as practical advice on how to create beautiful and lifelike mounts.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.

• Themen: Geowissenschaften, Geographie, Umwelt, Planung Umwelt Angewandte Ökologie
• ISBN: 9781437107326
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 01.10.2008
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC