Woodcarving: A Master Class

David Esterly explains the carver's art

Master woodcarver David Esterly ’66—profiled in the July-August issue of this magazine—describes the art of carving limewood, which he has practiced for more than three decades.  There are also examples of his work that show the incredibly fine precision that this wood, and his skill, make possible.

 

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