Bag om Ironwork, Part 1
Ironwork, Part 1: From The Earliest Times To The End Of The Medieval Period (1907) is a comprehensive book written by John Starkie Gardner that explores the history of ironwork from its earliest origins to the end of the medieval period. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a specific era or style of ironwork. The first section of the book discusses the earliest known examples of ironwork, including the iron weapons and tools used by prehistoric humans. It then moves on to explore the ironwork produced by ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. The second section of the book focuses on the ironwork produced during the Middle Ages, including the elaborate iron gates, grilles, and screens that were common in medieval Europe. The book also covers the development of iron armor and weapons during this period.Throughout the book, Gardner provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of the various types of ironwork, as well as information on the techniques used to produce them. He also discusses the cultural and historical context in which each style of ironwork was created.Ironwork, Part 1: From The Earliest Times To The End Of The Medieval Period (1907) is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of ironwork or the development of metalworking techniques. Its detailed descriptions and illustrations make it a valuable reference for artists, historians, and metalworkers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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