The Dunlap Cabinetmakers: A Tradition in Craftsmanship
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| Rating | : | 4.85 (605 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0811702642 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 224 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-12-31 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Most Dunlap works are now in museums where they are studied by scholars, but thanks to the book's detailed scaled drawings and Donald Dunlap's construction notes, woodworkers can undertake the challenging proportions and ornament practiced by the Dunlaps. Back by popular demand at a new, lower price Complete materials lists and scaled drawings for 14 heirloom pieces Fascinating background on the Dunlap family and its furniture The Dunlaps of New Hampshire began making fine furniture in the mid-1700s. Their distinctive tables, chests, chairs, and clockcases have their origins in the traditions that the Scots-Irish brought to the New World. The 14 projects range from a simple knife box to an intricate tall clock and include a one-drawer stand, tea table, and desk.knife box one-drawer stand card table candle stand folding stand side chair chest-on-frame chest of drawers dressing table tea table flat-top high chest of drawers high chest of drawers with gallery desk tall clock
Excellent book on some really unique pieces Happy Ten An excellent book about some very unique furniture.The Dunlap family of cabinetmakers definitely produced some of the finest and most interesting 18th and early 19th century furniture.This book has a great history of the Dunlap family covering the different towns they lived in, their apprentices, and other general history information.Donald Dunlap (yes, he is a descendent) builds some incredible pieces of Dunlap family furniture. The instructions are good. The plans are above average to vey good. I've found a mistake . "Fabulous book for woodworkers" according to E. Fleisher. Great book for woodworkers! My husband is thoroughly enjoying this book!!
John Nelson, author of over 60 books, lives in Dublin, New Hampshire. Donald Dunlap practices his craft in Antrim, New Hampshire. He is currently on the Editorial Advisory Board of the Chipstone Foundation publication American Furniture . . He lives in Norwich, Vermont. About the Author Philip Zea is president of Historic Deerfield, Deerfield, Massachusetts
Philip Zea is president of Historic Deerfield, Deerfield, Massachusetts. He is currently on the Editorial Advisory Board of the Chipstone Foundation publication American Furniture . John Nelson, author of over 60 books, lives in Dublin, New Hampshire. He lives in Norwich, Vermont. . Donald Dunlap practices his craft in Antrim, New Hampshire