Gilley, Wendell

Bird Carving: A Guide to a Fascinating Hobby

New York: Bonanza Books, 1961. First Edition. Near Fine in a VG dustjacket with shelfwear and soiling. Contains complete and detailed instructions on every step from selecting the wood to the painted and mounted bird by Gilley, who had carved over 5,000 different bird models. Illustrations and photographs throughout by this Maine author. With nautical bookplate of one Matthew C. Perry (of Newport, RI), most likely a relative of the famous Commodore Perry. Item #155

Price: $20.00