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| Shopify Unique ID: | 10562210890020 |
| SKU: | A5L/2606/U317 |
| Trademe Reference: | PR1452 (18) |
| Category: |
Hobbies & Crafts |
| New / Used: | Used |
Description
FRENCH POLISHING
DESCRIPTION
Format: small softcover
Published: Cassell & Co. 1946, 2nd Australian edition
Size (mm): 100 w x 175 h x 5 d
Pages: 96
SKU: A5L/2606/U317
ABOUT
A compact post war manual explaining the traditional craft of French polishing for furniture and fine woodwork.
It outlines shellac types, surface preparation, rubber (pad) technique, and the sequence of bodying in, spiriting off, and finishing. The book emphasises patience, repetition, and the subtle hand skills needed to achieve a deep, mirror like finish. A practical guide aimed at both apprentices and home craftsmen seeking professional results.
Includes fine line illustrations.
CONDITION
Excellent with light wear on covers and page edges, sticker on cover, pages as new.
IMAGES
Are of the actual item and depict all need to know detail.
REMARKS
Increasingly scarce.
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