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japanner

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BrianW

BrianW Report 29 Mar 2006 10:26

Japanning was frequently used on metalwork to give it a finish and protect it. Mainly interior items.

Rebecca

Rebecca Report 29 Mar 2006 09:34

many thanks

Merry

Merry Report 29 Mar 2006 09:30

Japanner: A varnisher who used lacquering processes invented in Japan. Closely allied to the papier mache trade. Merry

Rebecca

Rebecca Report 29 Mar 2006 09:23

can anyone tell me what a japanner was?