Instructional Video

Khan Academy: Craftsman Allan Breed Turns and Carves a Duncan Phyfe Bedpost

Curated by ACT

In this video [6:58] Allan Breed turns and carves a bedpost after the renowned nineteenth-century furniture maker Duncan Phyfe, taking us through the carving of a leaf motif. As he works, Breed explains the cuts, the tools, and the intricate and highly refined techniques and behind each move, describing not only the practical methods but also the poetic rhythm of cabinetmaking.

3 Views 0 Downloads
Classroom Considerations
  • Knovation Readability Score: 4 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)