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This biannual publication celebrates the preservation, research and restoration of historic furniture. Its multi-disciplinary approach brings together the perspectives of furniture makers, conservators and scholars to span woodworking past and present, with focus on pre-industrial tools and methods.
In this issue, Andrew Hunter reflects on the journey of finding oneself through the pursuit of woodwork. Michael Updegraff shares insights into the meticulous process of restoring wooden sash windows. Edward Bouvier discusses the role of woodworking as an element of holistic education. Narelle Freeman, a luthier from the U.K., explores the lost art of historical varnishing techniques in violin making.
Joshua A. Klein takes a historical perspective as he advocates for organized and intentional workshop spaces. In keeping with this theme, Emmet Van Driesche emphasizes the importance of care in craftsmanship. Nevan Carling highlights the value of preserving historic buildings as cultural artifacts. Douglas Brooks explores the traditional craftsmanship of Japanese river boats.
Other articles include an in-depth analysis of a mid-18th-century English slant-front desk, and a review by Brendan Gaffney of Sprout Lands, a book by William Bryant Logan about the relationship between humans and trees.
Sold as a single issue, not a subscription. Softcover, 144 pages, 2024.
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Mortise & Tenon Magazine, Issue 17
This biannual publication celebrates the preservation, research and restoration of historic furniture. Its multi-disciplinary approach brings together the perspectives of furniture makers, conservators and scholars to span woodworking past and present, with focus on pre-industrial tools and methods.
In this issue, Andrew Hunter reflects on the journey of finding oneself through the pursuit of woodwork. Michael Updegraff shares insights into the meticulous process of restoring wooden sash windows. Edward Bouvier discusses the role of woodworking as an element of holistic education. Narelle Freeman, a luthier from the U.K., explores the lost art of historical varnishing techniques in violin making.
Joshua A. Klein takes a historical perspective as he advocates for organized and intentional workshop spaces. In keeping with this theme, Emmet Van Driesche emphasizes the importance of care in craftsmanship. Nevan Carling highlights the value of preserving historic buildings as cultural artifacts. Douglas Brooks explores the traditional craftsmanship of Japanese river boats.
Other articles include an in-depth analysis of a mid-18th-century English slant-front desk, and a review by Brendan Gaffney of Sprout Lands, a book by William Bryant Logan about the relationship between humans and trees.
Sold as a single issue, not a subscription. Softcover, 144 pages, 2024.
