They were probably hand carved back then.I can see how that works on a straight leg, but what confuses me is the leg has curves. The diameter is smaller at the top then larger and back smaller. Has to be a jig that will allow the cutter head/bit to move in and out as well as back and forth. These legs are probably 100 years old, no cnc machines back them. Fascinating to me. Thanks for the responses, I have a lot of respect for the craftsman of old.
The cutter head/bit is stationary. The bottom of the "form" has the same shape (straight or curve) as the leg portion to be carved.I can see how that works on a straight leg, but what confuses me is the leg has curves. The diameter is smaller at the top then larger and back smaller. Has to be a jig that will allow the cutter head/bit to move in and out as well as back and forth. These legs are probably 100 years old, no cnc machines back them. Fascinating to me. Thanks for the responses, I have a lot of respect for the craftsman of old.
You think so? I think factories were mass producing out all sorts of fancy furniture parts by the turn of the 19th century.They were probably hand carved back then.
Mike that is very kind, but I think it would a lot of time to do it. Don't like to overstay my welcome.My lathe is plenty big for that if you want to do it right.
I know it's a long drive but may be worth it.