"Leadwork, Old and Ornamental and for the most part English" by W. R. Lethaby is a deep look into the historical and artistic importance of leadwork, particularly in England. Written in the late 1800s, the book shows how lead has been used in architecture and art through the ages. It argues that leadwork is a beautiful and versatile craft that has often been ignored, saying that plumbing was once a respected art. The author aims to revive interest in lead among modern craftspeople by studying examples from the past, believing that understanding old techniques can inspire new and creative uses of lead in the future.
Leadwork, Old and Ornamental and for the most part English
By W. R. (William Richard) Lethaby
Discover the forgotten artistry of a common material as it transforms into stunning architectural details, waiting to inspire a new generation of artisans.
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About the AuthorWilliam Richard Lethaby was an English architect and architectural historian whose ideas were highly influential on the late Arts and Crafts and early Modern movements in architecture, and in the fields of conservation and art education.
William Richard Lethaby was an English architect and architectural historian whose ideas were highly influential on the late Arts and Crafts and early Modern movements in architecture, and in the fields of conservation and art education.
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