Materials and Methods of Sculpture by Jack C. Rich

US $15.00
ApproximatelyS$ 19.38
Condition:
Very Good
Breathe easy. Returns accepted.
Shipping:
Free USPS Media MailTM.
Located in: Blowing Rock, North Carolina, United States
Delivery:
Estimated between Wed, 1 Oct and Mon, 6 Oct to 94104
Delivery time is estimated using our proprietary method which is based on the buyer's proximity to the item location, the shipping service selected, the seller's shipping history, and other factors. Delivery times may vary, especially during peak periods.
Returns:
30 days return. Buyer pays for return shipping. If you use an eBay shipping label, it will be deducted from your refund amount.
Coverage:
Read item description or contact seller for details. See all detailsSee all details on coverage
(Not eligible for eBay purchase protection programmes)
Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing.
eBay item number:186349527281
Last updated on May 24, 2024 21:41:54 SGTView all revisionsView all revisions

Item specifics

Condition
Very Good: A book that has been read but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the cover, ...
ISBN
9780486257426
Category

About this product

Product Identifiers

Publisher
Dover Publications, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0486257428
ISBN-13
9780486257426
eBay Product ID (ePID)
999183

Product Key Features

Edition
10
Book Title
Materials and Methods of Sculpture
Number of Pages
512 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Techniques / General, Techniques / Sculpting
Publication Year
1988
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Art
Author
Jack C. Rich
Book Series
Dover Art Instruction Ser.
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Weight
25.6 Oz
Item Length
9.2 in
Item Width
6.1 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
88-007144
Dewey Edition
20
Dewey Decimal
731.028
Table Of Content
1. THE ANATOMY OF SCULPTURE A Definition of Sculpture Materials of Sculpture Forms of Sculpture The Subject Matter of Sculpture Technique The Studio 2. THE PLASTIC EARTHS Terra Cotta Preparation of Natural Earth-Clays Modeling with the Plastic Earths Casting with the Plastic Earths Firing Color in Ceramic Sculpture 3. PLASTIC WAX Modeling Wax Carving Wax Composition Clay 4. PLASTER OF PARIS Historical Chemical and Physical Nature Advantages and Disadvantages of Plaster of Paris Mixing Plaster Phenomenon of Setting Hardening and Strengthening Plaster Casts Porosity of Casts Surface Treatment of Plaster Coloring of Plaster Soluble Plaster Negatives Use as a Mold Material for the Castling of Nonferrous Metals Tesso Duro Carving Plaster Modeling with Plaster Storing Plaster 5. CASTING Negative Molds Agar Gelatine or Glue Molds Korogel Plaster of Paris Rubber Molds Sulphur Negative Molds Wax Molds 6. METAL Sculptural Use of Metals Physical Characteristics of Metal Alloys Alluminum Antimony Brass Bronze Copper Gold Iron Lead Nickel Palladium Pewter Platinum Silver Steel Tin Wood's Metal Zinc 7. SURFACE TREATMENT OF METALS Bidri Bronzing Damascening Electroplating Etching Inlaying Niello The Patination of Metals Cleaning Bronze or Brass Polishing Metal Lacquering Metal 8. STONE Origins Granite Limestone Sandstone Marble Boulders Miscellaneous Igneous Miscellaneous Sedimentary Miscellaneous Metamorphic Miscellaneous Minerals Porosity and Outdoor Exposure The Weathering and Preservation of Stone The Durability of Marble on Outdoor Exposure The Durability of Igneous Stones on Outdoor Exposure 9. SCULPTURE IN STONE Tools and Equipment Methods of Approach to Stone Carving The Carving and Treatment of Stone 10. WOOD Nature of Wood Varieties of Wood Weight Sculpture in Wood Seasoning Wood Shrinkage Factors Preservation Finishes Staining Imitation of Graining 11. OTHER SCULPTURAL MATERIALS Amber Brick Butter Coal Concrete Glass Horn and Bone Ice and Snow Ivory Lacquer Lime Mortar Oxychloride or Magnesite Cements Oxysulphate Cements Papier M'ché Plastics Soap Terrazzo APPENDIX Scale of Hardness Hydrometry Melting Points of Metals and Alloys Specific Gravity Temperature Conversion Factors Temperature Equivalents of Cones Millimeters into Inches Conversion of Specific Gravity into Ounces and Grams BIBLIOGRAPHY GLOSSARY INDEX
Synopsis
Exhaustive, profusely illustrated guide to technical aspects of sculpting in stone, metal, wood, and other materials. Tools, techniques, modelling, casting, firing, and much more. 281 illustrations., "The authority and completeness of the work, the dozens of pertinent plates and textual drawings, add immeasurably to its worth." -- Magazine of Art Before the publication of this book there was a dearth of competent instructional books on the technical aspects of sculpture. Mr. Rich, a noted sculptor, remedied that need with this clear, comprehensive and precise guide to every aspect of sculpting in wax, plaster, metal, stone, wood, and other materials. Contending that "a knowledge of materials is the foundation upon which real achievement is based," Mr. Rich presents a comprehensive treatment of the origins, nature, properties, and characteristics of various sculpting materials and the methods employed in their use. After an introductory chapter on the studio, technique, and the subject matter of sculpture, the author offers specific, detailed directions for sculpting with plastic earths, plastic wax, and plaster of paris. You'll also find expert chapters on casting, sculptural use of metals, surface treatment of metals, and sculpture in stone and wood as well as such exotic materials as amber, brick, coal, concrete--even butter In the course of the book, Mr. Rich supplies many pertinent historical and other notes, and documents trends in contemporary sculpture. The book's clear exposition is enhanced by over 275 illustrations, including step-by-step demonstrations of various techniques, and illustrations of works by such well-known sculptors as Brancusi, Paul Manship, Gaston Lachaise, Chaim Gross, Jacob Epstein, and other masters. "A thorough survey of materials and methods that promises to become a standard reference book." -- The Art Digest, "The authority and completeness of the work, the dozens of pertinent plates and textual drawings, add immeasurably to its worth." -- Magazine of Art Before the publication of this book there was a dearth of competent instructional books on the technical aspects of sculpture. Mr. Rich, a noted sculptor, remedied that need with this clear, comprehensive and precise guide to every aspect of sculpting in wax, plaster, metal, stone, wood, and other materials. Contending that "a knowledge of materials is the foundation upon which real achievement is based," Mr. Rich presents a comprehensive treatment of the origins, nature, properties, and characteristics of various sculpting materials and the methods employed in their use. After an introductory chapter on the studio, technique, and the subject matter of sculpture, the author offers specific, detailed directions for sculpting with plastic earths, plastic wax, and plaster of paris. You'll also find expert chapters on casting, sculptural use of metals, surface treatment of metals, and sculpture in stone and wood as well as such exotic materials as amber, brick, coal, concrete--even butter! In the course of the book, Mr. Rich supplies many pertinent historical and other notes, and documents trends in contemporary sculpture. The book's clear exposition is enhanced by over 275 illustrations, including step-by-step demonstrations of various techniques, and illustrations of works by such well-known sculptors as Brancusi, Paul Manship, Gaston Lachaise, Chaim Gross, Jacob Epstein, and other masters. "A thorough survey of materials and methods that promises to become a standard reference book." -- The Art Digest, Exhaustive, profusely illustrated guide to technical aspects of sculpting in stone, metal, wood, other materials. Tools, techniques, modelling, casting, firing, much more. 281 illustrations.
LC Classification Number
NB1170

Item description from the seller

About this seller

Good and Cheaper Stuff

98.5% positive feedback3.6K items sold

Joined Jan 2001
Usually responds within 24 hours
Welcome to my eBay Store. Please add me to your list of favorite sellers and visit often. Thank you for your business.

Detailed Seller Ratings

Average for the last 12 months
Accurate description
5.0
Reasonable shipping cost
5.0
Shipping speed
5.0
Communication
5.0

Seller feedback (1,668)

All ratings
Positive
Neutral
Negative