Masterpieces Of Marquetry

Download or read book American Folk Marquetry written by Richard Mühlberger and published by ACC Distribution. This book was released on 1998 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 1. The history of marquetry. Marquetry through time and technique -- Joiner, carpenter, Jack of all trades -- From high style beginnings to an American folk expression. 2. The marqueters. Known only by their work and initials -- Male quilting -- Identified makers of American folk marquetry. 3. An album of masterpieces. Boxes in every room -- All things great and small -- Clocks -- Fraternally yours -- Parlor pastimes -- Frames and mirrors -- The unexpected -- In closing.