John Stalker (Books)

A Treatise of Japaning and Varnishing

being a compleat discovery of those arts, with the best way of making all sorts of varnish for japan, wood, prints, or pictures - the method of guilding, burnishing, and lackering, with the art of guilding

148 pages
6 hours of reading

Focusing on the art of Japaning and varnishing, this comprehensive guide details techniques for creating various types of varnish suitable for wood, prints, and pictures. It covers methods of gilding, burnishing, and lacquering, providing a thorough exploration of these intricate crafts. This high-quality reprint preserves the original content from 1688, making it a valuable resource for artisans and enthusiasts interested in historical decorative arts.