Urbino, L. B. (Levina Buoncuore), -1888, Day, Henry, Duke University. Library. Jantz Collection. German Americana · Boston : J.E. Tilton · leaf 248
rs from the gold book. Be careful to cover every part ofthe gold size with smooth leaf gold, and when all covered, pressgently with a piece of soft chamois leather on all the gilded parts,and remove the superfluous gold. If these directions are strictlyfollowed, you can not fail to have good smooth… … and can be used for a great variety ofuseful and ornamental purposes. We have adopted the following method with suc-cess : — Select a soft sheep skin rather thick; cut from it flowers andleaves to suit your fancy. It is well to have pasteboard patternsfree from blemishes and neatly cut, and with…
Decorative arts · Decoration and ornament · Art
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