The Decoration of Leather / From the French of Georges de Récy

This work surveys the history and decorative possibilities of leather and then offers practical instruction on tools and techniques, covering incising, cutting, embossing, paring, inlay and mosaic, and the use of dyes, patinas and gilding. It explains processes for securing, polishing and finishing pieces, gives guidance on selecting designs and colour schemes, and includes an appendix on leather hangings and furniture, with illustrated examples and descriptive plates to demonstrate historical and modern treatments for craft and design application.