Carousel Carving: Miniature to Full-Size -- Classics & Originals (Paperback)

by Bruce A White (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Product Description
It is beautifully illustrated with some 200 full-color photos printed on high-quality paper that brings out their brilliance....The book...is not only a colorful and well-done reference to early and present day carousels, it is also a “how-to” manual for the would be carver....The reader will be happily enriched by the knowledge presented.”—The Woodworker’s Gazette.


About the Author
As a child, Bruce White loved the carved carousel animals he saw at carnivals, and he has devoted his life to creating these handmade works of art. He has worked for manufacturers of carousel animals, and studied the rapidly disappearing companies that were devoted to this craft. This book is offered in the hope that others who share his fascination will be inspired to save this dying art.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Sterling (July 9, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0806930187
• ISBN-13: 978-0806930183
• Product Dimensions: 10.5 x 8.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #866,151 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Dream Weavers, January 6, 2003

By	"gladypi" (TN) - See all my reviews

Although this magnificent book is being marketed as a strictly how-to book, as a lover of carousels I attest to the fact that this book includes more history and delightful anecdotes about carousels, horses, designs and designers than any other book ever. Bruce encourages you to set your imagination free. Also, there is a step by step structure showing Bruce's one of a kind process. Even if you don't carve or don't want to start, it is still enlightening to see how this present day master carver makes lovely masterpieces for carousels and living rooms.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Mirror Image, June 22, 2003

By	Brent E White (Poulsbo, WA) - See all my reviews

If you have no other book about carousels, this is the one to have. Not only does the book illuminate the history of carousels, dispelling some common myths along the way, but the step-by-step, well illustrated process of carving a carousel is clearly explained in easy to understand terms. As Bruce's identical twin brother I can attest to the heart, mind and artistry that goes into every one of Bruce's creations. Many years ago I received a call from Bruce and he pleaded for my help. I replied that I had no knowledge or skill. Bruce persisted and taught me how to carve carousels using the same steps and techniques described in this book - several of the carousels I have carved are pictured in this book. Perhaps one of your creations will be in his next book!

5.0 out of 5 stars Such a Great Book on all Levels, April 11, 2006

By	C. Walker "Mrs.C.Walker" (Indianapolis,IN USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Everything everyone has said before me is a testimony to this book.Its such a value and its such a pleasure to finally find a carving book that lets us all no..hay we really can do this..ive been so intimidated and in awe of carousel carvers and this is a book that works to let us all no..We Can.B.W.