Antique 1917 Modern Carpentry Fred T Hodgson Practical Manual Illustrated Vol 1

Item Specifics

Title: Modern Carpentry: A Practical Manual

Author: Fred T. Hodgson

Publisher: Frederick J. Drake & Co.

Publication Year: 1917

Format: Hardcover

Volume: Vol. I

Language: English

Subject: Carpentry, Woodworking, Joinery, Building Construction

Features: Illustrated, diagrams, architectural plans

Original/Facsimile: Original period publication

Vintage: Yes

Antiquarian: Yes

Extensively illustrated throughout with period diagrams, woodworking techniques, carpenter’s geometry, case-making instructions, architectural drawings, floor plans and other practical construction information. An interesting early-20th-century trade reference for collectors of antique woodworking, carpentry and building books.

Condition: Antique, pre-owned condition with substantial age-related wear. Green cloth boards show rubbing, staining/spotting, discoloration and edge/corner wear. Cloth is frayed at the spine ends and corners. Pages are age-toned with scattered foxing/spotting and staining. There is noticeable separation/weakness at some interior hinges or gatherings, including exposed binding in places. Binding should be handled carefully. Previous-owner writing is present inside the front cover “Albert Corman, his book, bought in 1917”. Please review photos closely for most accurate condition.

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