Samuel McIntire: Carving an American Style
"The art of carving and craft specialization in Federal Salem is covered by author Dean T. Lahikainen, and in particular, McIntire's ornaments, considering the role of iconography and symbolism in Federal period art including McIntire's patriotic, classical, and pastoral ornaments."--Antiques and Auction News"Lahikainen has presented one of the fullest profiles of a federal-period designer that we are ever likely to find. The book Samuel McIntire: Carving an American Style is a beautiful artifact in its own right. Its pages are filled with exquisite colored photographs, many taken by Dennis Helmar. Its typography,design, and production are impeccable . . . Samuel McIntire: Carving an American Style will long stand as the definitive source on the accomplishment of one of early America's "best of men" and best of designers." --Historical New Hampshire"In addition to a worthy text . . . Clearly Lahikainen is the expert on the carving of McIntire. He helps us appreciate this extraordinarily talented artist-craftsman from Salem to the fullest." --Maine Antique Digest