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Making and Manipulating Marionettes
Hardback
Main Details
Title |
Making and Manipulating Marionettes
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) David Currell
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Physical Properties |
Format:Hardback | Pages:192 | Dimensions(mm): Height 260,Width 215 |
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Category/Genre | Other manufacturing technologies Handicrafts, decorative arts and crafts |
ISBN/Barcode |
9781861266637
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Classifications | Dewey:791.53 |
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Illustrations |
Illustrations, unspecified
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
The Crowood Press Ltd
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Imprint |
The Crowood Press Ltd
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Publication Date |
23 August 2004 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Making and Manipulating Marionettes is a comprehensive guide to the design, construction and control of string puppets, a craft and performance art that has fascinated audiences for over two thousand years. Topics covered include: * An introduction to the marionette tradition and the principles and practicalities of marionette design * Advice on materials and methods for carving, modelling and casting puppet parts * Step-by-step instructions for the construction of human and animal marionettes using traditional techniques and latest materials * Detailed explanations for marionette control, stringing and manipulation * Secrets for achieving a wide range of special effects and traditional acts, tricks and transformations AUTHOR: David Currell, a teacher, semi- professional puppeteer and author of five previous puppet theatre books, is ideally equipped to provide the information and support required for anyone engaged in puppetry. He was co-founder of the National Puppet Centre and its chairperson for nearly twenty years. 120 colour photos
Author Biography
David Currell, a teacher, semi- professional puppeteer and author of five previous puppet theatre books, is ideally equipped to provide the information and support required for anyone engaged in puppetry. He was co-founder of the National Puppet Centre and its chairperson for nearly twenty years.
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