For the first time, the history of spalted wood-wood colouration caused by fungi-is detailed in a comprehensive resource covering the science, the history, and the applications of spalting. Featuring 870 photos and photomicrographs, this resource goes back 700 years to the beginning of written records of spalting, and follows its evolution from closely guarded guild secret to scientific curiosity to a mainstream art form. Robinson, the leading world expert in spalting and founder of the topic’s essential reference site northernspalting.com, also presents an introductory guide to spalted woods from around the world. Along with supplier lists and an in-depth look at the most current, ground breaking research in spalting today, there are full-colour photos of spalted works from renowned artists like Mark Lindquist, David Ellsworth, Silas Kopf, and James Krenov, spanning the full spectrum of spalting colours and uses in woodcraft.

AUTHOR: Sara C. Robinson, a professor at Oregon State University, researches spalting fungi and their applications. Hans Michaelsen is professor of wood conservation at the Hildesheim and Potsdam universities in Germany. Julia C. Robinson is an expert in decorative arts history. SELLING POINTS: . Current research, history, and 870 photos and photomicrographs combine to create today’s most comprehensive resource . The world expert in spalting details its woodcraft uses, including photos of renowned artists’ works . The facts and science behind spalting, including why it’s so expensive, and why it thrills woodworkers 870 photos and photomicrographs