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    How to Build Egyptian Boat Models: Patterns and Instructions for Three Royal Vessels
    How to Build Egyptian Boat Models: Patterns and Instructions for Three Royal Vessels
    How to Build Egyptian Boat Models: Patterns and Instructions for Three Royal Vessels
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    How to Build Egyptian Boat Models: Patterns and Instructions for Three Royal Vessels

    By Jack Sintich

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    The ancient Egyptians were avid model makers. Many of their miniature masterpieces were replicas of boats, lovingly handcrafted from the finest woods and often decorated with rich materials such as ivory. Amazing examples of Egyptian maritime art and technology, many of these models remain intact today, displayed and admired in museums and private collections centuries after they were masterfully crafted.
    Concise, authoritative, and easy to follow, this unique guide shows modern shipwrights how to build three ancient Egyptian boat models following the same expert techniques used by craftsmen thousands of years ago. A beginner's skill level is all that's needed to expertly construct the royal sailing ships of King Khufu (ruled ca. 2551–2528 B.C.), Queen Hatshepsut (ruled ca. 1479–1458 B.C.) and the great Ramses II (ruled ca. 1279–1213 B.C.). Learn how to select the proper wood and gather the appropriate tools and materials. Follow simple guidelines for every aspect of construction, from hull to sails to rowing oars—even building the display stand. Replicate the paints and colors used for the original Egyptian models. And discover ancient free-hand painting techniques, including how to create authentic hieroglyphic symbols to decorate your project. A profusion of detailed patterns and diagrams—plus photographs of each finished model—accompany the text, guiding crafters step-by-step to shipbuilding success.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherDover Publications
    Release dateJan 3, 2013
    ISBN9780486163437
    How to Build Egyptian Boat Models: Patterns and Instructions for Three Royal Vessels

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      How to Build Egyptian Boat Models - Jack Sintich

      GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

      These instructions relate to all three model-building projects, even though many centuries separate each pharaoh’s reign. As stated previously, the projects are rated at a beginner’s skill level. However, it is recommended that adult supervision be present when children under the age of twelve are using cutting tools.

      WORKPLACE

      The model builder should have a solid, well-lighted worktable for this project. You will also need a good-quality cutting mat and a flexible steel ruler in order to make safe and accurate pattern cuts using an X-ACTO knife. Many of these materials can be easily obtained at craft, hobby, and office supply stores.

      SUPPLIES AND CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

      ″, and ¼)

      Card stock

      Felt-tip pens, extra-fine point (green, red, medium brown, brown)

      Glue, white carpenter’s

      Instant adhesive

      Magnifying glass (3″ round)

      Masking tape

      Paint (water-based acrylic) in the following colors:

      Black

      Black, flat

      Blue

      Blue, light

      Blue, medium

      Blue, navy

      Brown

      Brown, light

      Flesh tone

      Gold leaf

      Green

      Green, dark

      Green, light

      Red

      Red, dark

      Red, medium

      Tan

      White

      White, bright

      Yellow

      Paper towels

      Pencil (#2)

      Rods (round brass) in the following sizes:

      0.003″

      0.005″

      0.006″

      0.008″

      0.010″

      0.012″

      0.016″

      0.020″

      0.030″

      Sandpaper, extra-fine (2 sheets)

      Steel wool (#000 grade)

      Varnish (clear water-based satin)

      White cotton string

      Wood sealer, clear

      Wood stain (light reddish brown, light oak)

      PROJECT TOOLS

      Coping saw

      bits

      Modeling clamps, plastic (8)

      Needle-nose pliers, small

      Scissors

      Sewing needle (medium)

      Tweezers, small

      Wire cutter, small

      X-ACTO knife with extra blades

      SAIL MATERIAL

      Two sheets of either light colored papyrus paper or top-grade beige parchment paper. (NOTE: Inexpensive papyrus paper can be obtained from importers listed on the Internet.)

      WOOD

      balsa wood

      balsa wood

      ″ balsa wood

      balsa wood

      round dowel

      round dowel

      (One) ¼″ thick sheet of balsa, mahogany, walnut, basswood, apple, pecan, pear, red oak, or ash (for the base stand)

      HOW TO MAKE THE ROYAL SAIL

      There are only two things necessary for you to do in order to make the pharaoh’s sail. The first requires tracing the pattern in the book onto either the papyrus sheet or the parchment paper. The second is to paint the outline of the images on the papyrus or parchment.

      It should be noted that each pharaoh’s sail design and coloring is different. The reason for this is that the art style did change over the centuries separating these great pharaohs. This book provides the necessary patterns and easy-to-follow instructions on how to create each sail in Parts 1, 2, and 3.

      To transfer the design onto the sail material, place the sail pattern under the blank sail sheet and gently trace the outline on the papyrus or parchment using a #2 pencil. Then go over the pencil markings with a medium brown, extra-fine point, felt-tip pen. Then paint the sail following the color guide provided for each sail using the water-based acrylic paints listed

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