John Altringham on Nostr: Years ago, we inherited my father-in-law’s books. Many interesting things but I was ...
Years ago, we inherited my father-in-law’s books. Many interesting things but I was consumed by the old maps.
Which is why one book was overlooked for 20 years, until this evening. I have been wood engraving for 4 years. The book…
…hand-printed wood engravings from blocks engraved 1934-8 and rediscovered in 1988. A limited edition book made in 1989 and a copy bought by my wife’s dad. Wonderful images of Wharfedale, our home, coincidentally, since 1989. What a rediscovery!
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