Practical instruction in the art of wood engraving : for persons wishing to learn the art without an instructor : containing a description of tools and apparatus used, and explaining the manner of engraving various classes of work : also, a history of the art, from its origin to the present time (1876)
Emerson, William A. (William Andrew), 1851- · East Douglas [Mass.] : C.J. Batcheller · leaf 26
American rock-maple, mahogany and pine lor coarse woik. Most of the boxwood used, is imported from Turkey, for this purpose. It has the closest grain of any wood now known; is light colored and will hold a fine clear line. The engraving is made on the end of the grain. To prepare the wood for use,… … In most of our large cities there are dealers who prepare and furnish wood any size.
Wood-engraving
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