401d Basic Woodcarving Flashcards
Chip carving is defined by?
Cutting out of triangular chips in a pattern
A two dimensional carved and shaped, then glued on the piece
Appliqué
Two common themes in appliqués?
Shells and scrolls
The background is cut away, leaving a design that looks raised
Relief carving
A popular design choice in ancient Egypt and 17-18th century Europe
Relief carving
3D carving, finished on all sides, often depicting humans, animals, and plants
Carving in the round
Gouges are categorized by what, which encompasses its width and curvature?
The sweep
#1-12
higher the number = deeper
The main use of a bent chisel?
Cleaning deep recesses
Two ways to hone a curved interior surface?
Strop+compound & slip stones
To create a strop, you should do what with the stiff leather?
Rub with neatsfoot oil, then charge with an abrasive
Shaped Felt wheels are very effective for what?
Honing the inside of carving tools
Narrow curved tools with teeth on both sides
Riffler
What may you see on the knee of a modern Cabriole leg?
Shells and acanthus leaves
Relief carving
Relief carving