The Frame Book

The Frame Book by Thelma R Newman. Published by Crown Publishers Inc, NY, 1974. 1st Edition. Hardbound w/Paper DJ. Size 4to. Condition: Nr Fine in Chipped DJ. DJ price clipped. ISBN 0517513838. LCCN 73-85858. Contemporary design with traditional and modern methods and materials. By Thelma R Newman, Jay Hartley Newman and Lee Scott Newman. In this book there is a clear, step by step description of the construction of the basic frame, including measuring, glass cutting, and joining the molding. The authors also provide helpful tips on combining frame moldings, making the liner, and creating a shadow box with collage, relief, or some three-dimensional form. This book also reveal how to treat unfinished wood and revitalize old frames, as well as covering frames with cork, burlap, linen, leather, or felt for exciting novelty effects. 240 photographs, 11 color plates. 144 Pgs. Description text copyright 2006 www.BooksForComfort.com. Item ID 10780.