Designs – Shop Drawings – Photographs for the Artist-blacksmith

Schmirler has compiled a selection of sketches, scale drawings and photographs from his own archive intended primarily to serve as a reference work for wrought-iron smiths. His three-step process in the production of a piece of artistic wrought iron starts with sketching the piece, and then developing a detailed working drawing on a scale of 1:1, and finally photographing the finished piece and recording its location. The objects include fireplaces, wall lamps, clocks, wine bars, gates, railings, grills, candle holders, signs and much more in Schmirler's plan of first, the sketch, then developing a detailed 1:1 drawing, and finally photographing the finished piece.

Tri-lingual: English/German/French

Format: Hard cover, Dimensions: 8.75 x 10.75, Pages: 168, Illustrations: 764

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Blacksmiths have been an essential part of the development of global civilization for thousands of years. Initially forging rudimentary tools and weapons, their work transitioned to more sophisticated tools, agricultural implements, and instruments of war. The Industrial Revolution reduced the need for the blacksmiths' work and hence slowed the development of their craft. The renaissance of the last 30 years was led by individuals such as Francis Whitaker whose dedication to the craft inspired many to learn the art and techniques of blacksmithing. Whitaker and a few of his students forged the beautiful, functional ironwork for two ranches in southwest Colorado in this book. A Heritage in Iron, earned, in 2004, the PubWest Publishers Association of the West Winner's Award and 10 pages in the Architectural Digest. Featured throughout are hand-forged fixtures, fireplaces, tools, and includes 200 color and historical photos. An Independent Publisher IP Award Finalist. Index

Format: Hard cover, Dimensions: 12 x 10.75, Pages: 215, Illustrations: 200

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The Heritage of English Knives This is the preeminent reference on antique English knives, written by one of Great Britain's most respected 20th century authorities on weaponry. The text contains much previously unknown historical information about cutlers and their art. The history of the famous American designed Bowie knife, manufactured extensively in Sheffield, is explained and amply illustrated. The history of the American Bowie knife explained and amply illustrated. Discussions present multi-bladed sportsmen's pocket knives, farrier's, smoker's, quill knives, curiosities, and actual knives presented to King George IV in 1821.

Format: Hard cover, Dimensions: 9 x 12, Pages: 336, Illustrations: 301 color and 20 B&W

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Hinges and Hinge-Based Catches: for Jewelers and Goldsmiths

This book deals with hinge making, its considerations and tricks. Hinges and hinge-based mechanisms are incredibly important mechanical devices, and are vital to linkage systems, jewelry making and metal smithing in general. It discusses these mechanisms and offers a reference for those times when you need to deal with a hinge-related problem you have not had to deal with before, or when you need to review information before starting a project.

Format: Soft cover, Dimensions: 8.5 x 11, Pages: 112, Illustrations: 407

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A chain tool is a special class of chasing tool. It is a kind of stamp which automatically lines up the the previous blow in registered rows of rhythmic marks. The details of how to make this valuable tool are clearly explained.

Format: Soft cover, Dimensions: 8.5 x 11, Pages: 38, Illustrations: 29

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Ironwork Today: Inside and Out, Vol. I

Here is an exciting foray into the world of the artist-blacksmith from the growing number of men and women who revel in lighting up a forge and shaping hot, malleable iron into beautiful useful objects. Blacksmiths today produce monumental and modest works. A beautiful collection of railings, gates, doors, sculpture, fences, candle holders, furniture, lighting fixtures and more.Over 480 color photographs highlight objects for indoor and outdoor use.

Format: Hard cover, Dimensions: 11 x 8.5, Pages: 256, Illustrations: 482 color

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Over 250 color photographs display details of contemporary iron objects, including flowers, grape clusters, leaves, small and large animals that attest to the blacksmith's role as a sculptor. Details of other elements for furniture, fireplace accessories and many other items bring a whole new dimension to blacksmithing. This stimulation book is a must for metalworkers, designers, artists, gallery owners, art lovers, and museum directors. Appreciate by looking or try it!

Format: Hard cover, Dimensions: 8.75 x 11.5, Pages: 160, Illustrations: over 250

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