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ISBN: 9780823002948

Warm, raw wood can be shaped into expressive and sensual sculptures through the careful teachings of this manual.Woodcarving, with its cultural roots in African, North American, and Oceanic cultures, has been a powerful art form for centuries. This book reviews its rich history, then focuses on the properties of various woods and the carving, sharpening, and finishing tools used on them. Chapters are devoted to constructing the block, carving and handling the wood, and finishing and displaying the piece. A final chapter takes the reader through detailed demonstrations of the creation of six sculptures.