A Practical Manual of House-painting, Graining, Marbling and Sign-writing: Containing Full Information on the Processes of House-painting in Oil and Distemper, the Formation of Letters and Practice of Sign-writing, the Principles of Decorative Art, a Course of Elementary Drawing for House-painters, Writers, &cL., Lockwood, 1875 - 386 pages |
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A Practical Manual of House-Painting, Graining, Marbling and Sign-Writing ... Ellis A. Davidson No preview available - 2018 |
A Practical Manual of House-Painting, Graining, Marbling and Sign Writing Ellis A. Davidson No preview available - 2007 |
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