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bronzing
UK
/ˈbrɒnzɪŋ/
US
/ˈbrɑːnzɪŋ/
Library
Instead of using cloth, heavy paste-board, or board made up to take the place of plaster on walls of dwellings, may be substituted, thus forming a ground that will take paint and bronze decorations.
decoration
бронза
Обозначает материал или отделку, используемые для украшений на подготовленном основании.
Mission Furniture: How to Make It, Part 3
"Mission Furniture: How to Make It, Part 3" by H. H. Windsor is a practical handbook written in the early 20th century, specifically in 1912. This instructional guide falls under the genre of DIY (Do It Yourself) manuals, focusing on the craftsmanship of mission-style furniture. It is part of a series published under the Popular Mechanics brand, indicating an emphasis on accessible, easily understood information for woodworking enthusiasts of varying skill levels. The opening portion of the book introduces the reader to various projects involved in building mission-style furniture. It outlines the materials and dimensions required for constructing different pieces, including a piano bench, library table, princess dresser, sewing box, and fern stand, among others. Each piece includes detailed instructions on measuring, cutting, and assembling, showcasing Windsor's intention to empower readers to create their own furniture at home. This section serves as an introduction to the comprehensive guidance on crafting that follows in the subsequent chapters, appealing to both novice and experienced woodworkers.
"And we're glad to have you back, looking as fit and brown as a bronze gladiator.
general
выглядя крепким и загорелым, как бронзовый гладиатор
Красочное сравнение, означающее, что человек выглядит здоровым, крепким и сильно загорелым.
The Yeoman Adventurer
"The Yeoman Adventurer" by George W. Gough is a historical novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds through the experiences of Oliver Wheatman, a yeoman, as he navigates life in a tumultuous period marked by the Jacobite uprisings, personal ambition, and romantic entanglements. The novel delves into themes of bravery, identity, and the quest for adventure against a backdrop of deep social and political upheaval. The opening of the book introduces Oliver Wheatman as he reflects on his life in a rural setting, immediately exposing his longing for adventure and the complexities of his relationships, especially with a character named Kate and her brother Jack Dobson, a soldier. As he witnesses soldiers marching and grapples with feelings of inadequacy, his fate intertwines with that of a captivating woman, Mistress Margaret Waynflete, who is entangled in the Jacobite cause. The chapter sets up a series of events where violence and danger emerge, ultimately leading Oliver to rescue Mistress Waynflete, and shapes the thrilling and romantic quest that defines the narrative.
His well-shaped head was covered with long, thick hair of a colour something between bronze and grey.
color
что-то среднее между бронзовым и серым
Цвет, описываемый как промежуточный между бронзовым и серым.
A Honeymoon in Space
A Honeymoon in Space is a 1901 novel by George Griffith. It was originally serialized in abridged form in Pearson's Magazine in 1900 under the title Stories of Other Worlds. The scientific romance story depicts a tour of the Solar System, a type of story that was in vogue at the time.
Between these and the lower arms, and continued from them down the side to the ankles, there appeared to be a flexible membrane covered with a light feathery down, pure white on the inside, but on the back a brilliant golden yellow, deepening to bronze towards the edges, round which ran a deep feathery fringe.
color
переходящий в бронзовый оттенок
Постепенно приобретающий бронзовый оттенок, особенно ближе к краю или более тёмной области.
A Honeymoon in Space
A Honeymoon in Space is a 1901 novel by George Griffith. It was originally serialized in abridged form in Pearson's Magazine in 1900 under the title Stories of Other Worlds. The scientific romance story depicts a tour of the Solar System, a type of story that was in vogue at the time.