| Description |
ix, 275 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 23 x 29 cm |
| Summary |
"A collection of portraits of the people and products made in small workshops all over the country, with ... descriptions of what they make, who they are, and the tradition embedded in their trade ... A celebration of the handmade at a time when it's being embraced by a new generation of DIY and local-focused consumers who are averse to the mass-produced"--Dust jacket flap. |
| Contents |
Chuck Lee Banjo Company -- Todd M. Johnson Pipes -- Steinway and Sons -- Optimo Fine Hats -- Nokona Athletic Goods Company -- Oxxford Clothes -- James Avery Jewelry -- The Carousel Works -- Fisk Knives -- Sorrell Custom Boots -- Bessell Surfboards -- Hastings Holsters -- Henson Broom Shop -- Maple Landmark Woodcraft -- Acadian Accordions -- Pawless Guitars -- Danforth Pewter -- Hull Historical Millwork -- Manuel American Designs -- Billings ArtWorks -- J. Wilson Stagecoach Works -- ScottyBob SkiWorks -- Cheaney Custom Saddles, bits, and Spurs -- King Boat Works -- O-Farrell Hat Company -- Miller Long Rifles -- Danner Boots -- Rising Sun Jeans -- Warther Cutlery -- North Bennet Street School. |
| Note |
Includes index. |
| Subject |
Artisans -- United States -- Portraits.
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Portrait photography -- United States.
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Photography of handicraft.
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| Added Author |
Celeste, Eric, writer of added text.
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| Added Title |
Photographs. Selections
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American craftsman |
| ISBN |
9780762790036 hardback |
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0762790032 hardback |
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