Chip Carving (1922) : Kessinger Publishing : 9781169210295 : 1169210295 : 10 Sep 2010 : Chip Carving is a comprehensive guide to the art of chip carving, written by Harris W. Moore and first published in 1922. The book provides a detailed introduction to the tools, techniques, and patterns used in chip carving, a decorative woodworking style that involves removing small chips of wood from a flat surface to create intricate designs. Moore begins by discussing the history and development of chip carving, before moving on to the tools and materials required for the craft. He provides detailed instructions on how to sharpen and use chip carving knives, as well as how to select and prepare wood for carving. The bulk of the book is devoted to a wide range of chip carving patterns, including geometric designs, borders, rosettes, and pictorial motifs. Each pattern is accompanied by clear, step-by-step instructions and detailed illustrations, making it easy for readers to follow along and creat