Art and Technique of Scandinavian Style Woodcarving : Step-by-Step Instructions

US $31.99
Condition:
Very Good
Breathe easy. Free shipping and returns.
Shipping:
Free USPS Media MailTM.
Located in: Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States
Delivery:
Estimated between Tue, Dec 9 and Mon, Dec 15 to 94104
Delivery time is estimated using our proprietary method which is based on the buyer's proximity to the item location, the shipping service selected, the seller's shipping history, and other factors. Delivery times may vary, especially during peak periods.
Returns:
30 days returns. Seller pays for return shipping.
Payments:
       Diners Club
Earn up to 5x points when you use your eBay Mastercard®. Learn moreabout earning points with eBay Mastercard

Shop with confidence

eBay Money Back Guarantee
Get the item you ordered or your money back. Learn moreeBay Money Back Guarantee - opens new window or tab
Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing.
eBay item number:363814460411
Last updated on Apr 25, 2022 10:24:30 PDTView all revisionsView all revisions

Item specifics

Condition
Very Good: A book that does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. No obvious ...
ISBN
9781565232303
Book Title
Art and Technique of Scandinavian-Style Woodcarving : Step-By-Step Instructions and Patterns for 40 Flat-Plane Carving Projects
Publisher
Fox Chapel Publishing Company, Incorporated
Item Length
11 in
Publication Year
2004
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Illustrator
Yes
Item Height
0.4 in
Author
Harley Refsal
Genre
Crafts & Hobbies
Topic
Carving
Item Weight
20 oz
Item Width
8.5 in
Number of Pages
144 Pages
Category

About this product

Product Identifiers

Publisher
Fox Chapel Publishing Company, Incorporated
ISBN-10
1565232305
ISBN-13
9781565232303
eBay Product ID (ePID)
30778113

Product Key Features

Book Title
Art and Technique of Scandinavian-Style Woodcarving : Step-By-Step Instructions and Patterns for 40 Flat-Plane Carving Projects
Number of Pages
144 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2004
Topic
Carving
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Crafts & Hobbies
Author
Harley Refsal
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.4 in
Item Weight
20 oz
Item Length
11 in
Item Width
8.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2004-106143
Dewey Edition
22
Dewey Decimal
736/.4
Table Of Content
Table of Contents:About the Author viPreface 1Chapter oneThe History of Scandinavian Figure Carving 2Viking era and medieval carving 2From stave church to storehouse: the emergence of folk art 5Wood: the universal material 10The emergence of carved figures 14Chapter twoScandinavian Figure Carvers 20Axel Petersson Döderhultarn 20Döderhultarn's influence on other carvers 27Carl Johan Trygg 28Oscar Sjogren 31Herman Rosell 31Emil Janel 31Sven and Urban Gunnarsson 39Martin Engseth 43Bjarne Walle 43Henning Figures 45Other Carvers 46Harley Refsal 46Chapter threeflat-plane Carving Step-by-Step 56Traditional Dalecarlian Horse 58Carve 58Paint 60Traditional Figure 64Carve 64Paint 80Chapter four Patterns 84Oskar 86Sara 87Johannes 88Kristina 89Nisse Mor 91Third Generation 92Ice Fisherman 93Woodchopper 94Logger 95Bringing in the Firewood 96Reading 97Nisse 98Schoolteacher 99Down a Quart 100Gardener 101Alleluia 102Bird Watcher 103Auditor 104Ed 105Herbertine 106Olaf 107Tomte with Stick 108Tante Trine 109Golfer 110Chore Time 111Captain 112Willie 113Richard 114Leprechaun 116Baker 117Online 118Troll 120Hansen 122Whittler 123Letter Opener 123Politician 124Ale Hen Candle Holder 125Rooster 1 126Rooster 2 127Horse 1 128Horse 2 129Horse 3 130Horse 4 131 Ornaments 132Bibliography 134Index 135
Synopsis
Scandinavian-style carving projects. Includes two step-by-step demonstrations and more than 40 patterns., Harley Refsal an internationally recognized carver who has been decorated by the King of Norway for his contributions to Norwegian culture shows you how to create many of your own Scandinavian style, flat-plane carvings. With Refsal's step-by-step instructions plus a knife and a gouge or two you will learn to bring to life a traditional figure and a Dalecarlian horse. In addition, more than 40 other figure patterns-from a school teacher to a bird watcher and a leprechaun to a rooster are included. Clear directions, front and side-view patterns, and step-by-step photographs show you exactly how to make a few simple, well-placed cuts, leaving large flat planes intact on the wood-carved figure. You will be delighted with the way figures come to life with a charming, folk-art personality. Art and Technique of Scandinavian Style Woodcarving is filled with extras including: This is the ideal figure carver's handbook that will be enjoyed by both beginning and advanced carvers., Harley Refsal an internationally recognized carver who has been decorated by the King of Norway for his contributions to Norwegian culture shows you how to create many of your own Scandinavian style, flat-plane carvings. With Refsal's step-by-step instructions plus a knife and a gouge or two you will learn to bring to life a traditional figure and a Dalecarlian horse. In addition, more than 40 other figure patterns-from a school teacher to a bird watcher and a leprechaun to a rooster are included. Clear directions, front and side-view patterns, and step-by-step photographs show you exactly how to make a few simple, well-placed cuts, leaving large flat planes intact on the wood-carved figure. You will be delighted with the way figures come to life with a charming, folk-art personality. Art and Technique of Scandinavian Style Woodcarving is filled with extras including:This is the ideal figure carver's handbook that will be enjoyed by both beginning and advanced carvers., History, Photographs and Patterns for Dozens of Flat-Plane Carving ProjectsHarley Refsal-an internationally recognized carver who has been decorated by the King of Norway for his contributions to Norwegian culture-shows you how to create many of your own Scandinavian-style, flat-plane carvings and explains the history behind the craft. With step-by-step instructions-plus a knife and a gouge or two-you will learn to bring to life a traditional figure and a Dalecarlian horse. More than 40 other figure patterns-from a school teacher to a bird watcher and a leprechaun to a rooster-are included. Clear directions, front and side-view patterns and photographs show you exactly how to make a few simple, well-placed cuts, leaving large flat planes intact on the carved figure.
LC Classification Number
TT199.7.R4396 2004

Item description from the seller

About this seller

granskog

100% positive feedback709 items sold

Joined Dec 2016

Seller feedback (308)

All ratingsselected
Positive
Neutral
Negative
  • m***m (19)- Feedback left by buyer.
    Past month
    Verified purchase
    It shipped fast. It was packaged well. Everything was as described and ill value it forever.
  • t***r (711)- Feedback left by buyer.
    More than a year ago
    Verified purchase
    Fast shipping, no damage to my order . If you are looking for great items at low prices. You found your seller. You can always tell a good seller by the way they package your item, whether it’s a dollar or a hundred dollar item. The seller cares about your needs.
  • m***b (1273)- Feedback left by buyer.
    More than a year ago
    Verified purchase
    Item arrived fast, well packed, and as described. Very happy!

Product ratings and reviews

5.0
3 product ratings
  • 3 users rated this 5 out of 5 stars
  • 0 users rated this 4 out of 5 stars
  • 0 users rated this 3 out of 5 stars
  • 0 users rated this 2 out of 5 stars
  • 0 users rated this 1 out of 5 stars

Would recommend

Good value

Compelling content

Most relevant reviews

  • Love it

    Great book at a great price

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: goodwillminnesota

  • Nice item!

    Nice item!

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: levitanceshop