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Armenian Bole -
A thick paste in red, yellow or black, consisting of powder mixed with water to form a clay like material. It is used as a coloring material, as well as on surfaces to be gilt, and the edges of books to which gold is to be applied. In the latter two applications it serves as a base for the gold an...
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Practical Gilding -
Comprehensive introduction to oil and water based gilding, the procedures used and the materials required. Very helpful for beginners, but also excellent for problem solving by experienced gilders. Covers in-depth every aspect of gilding, with chapters on materials, surface preparation, oil gilding,...
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Monarch Gold Leaf -
This leaf is produced using the latest technology as well as the respected traditions of the German gold beating craft. We have assembled a range of 16 shades from 24K pure gold to 9K gold/silver alloy and various combinations. Color chart is available. Sheets are 3 3/8" x 3 3/8" and are sold by th...
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Gold Knives -
These knives are used for cutting gold and imitation leaf.
Overall length: 10 1/4". Blade length: 6".
Round Tip - Imported from Germany. The blade is set into a rosewood handle with a brass ferrule. Requires sharpening.
Pointed Tip - Imported for France. Comes already sharpened, and the ...
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Calcium Carbonate -
A chemical compound, with chemical formula CaCO3. Calcium carbonate is widely used as an extender in paints, in particular matte emulsion paint where typically 30% by weight of the paint is either chalk or marble. Calcium carbonate is known as whiting in ceramics/glazing applications, w...
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