This iconical book gives you a multitude of information about the entire history of woodworking in the small Northern European nation of Estonia. Stanley Tools kept the traditional aspect of this work by preserving its old look and design. The author, Ants Viires, combined personal interviews and direct observation of work habits with archaeological evidence and other literature of his country. It is a gigantic source of inspiration for anyone who is interested in woodworking. Find out, how our ancestors worked with wood – from pre-historical times up through Estonia’s independence.
Author: Ants Viires
Pages 290
Published by Lost Art Press 2016
www.lostartpress.com
ISBN 978-0-9906230-9-0
Content:
Introduction to the English Language Edition
The Twisting Translation Tale
Foreword to the Second Edition
INTRODUCTION
Literature, Materials & Methods
The Role Playe by Woodworking in the Peasants’ Life
WOODWORK TECHNOLOGY
- Timber
- The Principal Tools
- Processing Logs. Hollowing Work and Sealed Containers
- Board Containers
- Objects Made by Bending
- Other Bending Work. Building Vehicles
- The Production of Shingles and Other Small Objects
- Turnery
- Furniture Making and Ohter Carpentry Work
DIVISION OF LABOR IN THE VILLAGE
- The Village Craftsman
- Home Industry
FINAL CONCLUSIONS
