The Frame Book

The Frame Book published by Crown Publishers Inc, New York, NY, June 1975. 1st Edition 3rd Printing. Paperback. Size 4to (up to 12'' tall). Condition: Nr Fine. Edge wear, content excellent. 'From the Library of' sticker inside front cover, not name on sticker. 144 Pgs. ISBN 0517514273. LCCN 73-85858. Contemporary design with traditional and modern methods and materials. By Thelma R Newman, Jay Hartley Newman and Lee Scott Newman. In this book there is a clear, step by step description of the construction of the basic frame, including measuring, glass cutting, and joining the molding. The authors also provide helpful tips on combining frame moldings, making the liner, and creating a shadow box with collage, relief, or some three-dimensional form. This book also reveal how to treat unfinished wood and revitalize old frames, as well as covering frames with cork, burlap, linen, leather, or felt for exciting novelty effects. 240 photographs, 11 color plates. Description text copyright 2005 BooksForComfort. Item ID 9913.