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Gilding - Early works to 1800

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    Elegance, amusement, and utility Or the whole process of varnishing on paper and wood, with every improvement, By J. Crease, bath. The second edition. To which is added, gilding, working in black & gold, mounting drawings, cleaning pictures, &c. &c.

    Crease, James. | Date: [1797?]
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    The art of japanning , Varnishing, Pollishing, and Gilding. Being a collection of very plain directions and receipts. Written for the Use of those who have a mind to follow those diverting and useful Amusements, and Published at the Request of several Ladies of Distinction. By Mrs. Artlove.

    Artlove, Mrs. | Date: 1730

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