Metalworking through history : an encyclopedia / Ana M. Lopez.

Author/creator Lopez, Ana M., 1974-
Format Book
Publication InfoWestport, Conn. : Greenwood Press, 2009.
Descriptionxviii, 177 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : color illustrations ; 25 cm.
Subjects
Metal-work--Encyclopedias.
Metal-work--History.

SeriesHandicrafts through world history, 1552-8952
Handicrafts through world history. ^A766554
Contents List of entries -- Preface -- Timeline -- Encyclopedia -- Selected bibliography -- Index.
Abstract From the Publisher: Metalworking Through History provides a comprehensive, historic overview of the subject of metalworking while exploring it within its cultural context. It is written from the perspective that the crafting of objects in metal is a unique way of understanding a particular time and culture. As a broad encyclopedia of metalworking, it allows the reader to view the different societies and periods that produced work in this medium as part of a global, interrelated practice. Comprised of over sixty entries on relevant time periods, cultures, makers and processes, the book is a much-needed general reference text in the survey of this craft. The subjects span all the major metalworking periods and peoples, from the rituals of African iron smelting to the twentieth century studio movement. Outstanding individual makers are highlighted to give additional insight into the times at which they were active. Furthermore, the materials and techniques used in the act of metalworking are clearly explained in terms that are easily understood by a practitioner with tacit knowledge of the medium. Suggested further readings and cross-references allow for the expansion of research and additional study. It is an excellent first resource for understanding the concepts and terminology of the ancient and pervasive craft of metalworking. Volume includes eight pages of color plates, and black and white photos throughout. Metalworking Through History provides a comprehensive, historic overview of the subject of metalworking while exploring it within its cultural context. It is written from the perspective that the crafting of objects in metal is a unique way of understanding a particular time and culture. As a broad encyclopedia of metalworking, it allows the reader to view the different societies and periods that produced work in this medium as part of a global, interrelated practice. Comprised of over sixty entries on relevant time periods, cultures, makers and processes, the book is a much-needed general reference text in the survey of this craft. The subjects span all the major metalworking periods and peoples, from the rituals of African iron smelting to the twentieth century studio movement. Outstanding individual makers are highlighted to give additional insight into the times at which they were active. Furthermore, the materials and techniques used in the act of metalworking are clearly explained in terms that are easily understood by a practitioner with tacit knowledge of the medium. Suggested further readings and cross-references allow for the expansion of research and additional study. It is an excellent first resource for understanding the concepts and terminology of the ancient and pervasive craft of metalworking. Volume includes eight pages of color plates, and black and white photos throughout.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. [169]-171) and index.
LCCN 2009000192
ISBN9780313336546 (alk. paper)
ISBN0313336547 (alk. paper)

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Joyner General Stacks TS204 .L67 2009 ✔ Available Place Hold
Joyner General Stacks TS204 .L67 2009 ✔ Available Place Hold