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Cut & Assemble Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House (Cut & Assemble Buildings in H-O Scale)

Cut & Assemble Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House (Cut & Assemble Buildings in H-O Scale)
By Edmund V. Gillon Jr.

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Construct an authentic copy of the master builder’s celebrated residential classic. Detailed instructions and exploded diagrams enable miniaturists to create a two-foot long replica—complete with balconies, platforms, porch and entrance court.

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  • Amazon Sales Rank: #230428 in Books
  • Published on: 1988-01-01
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 32 pages

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Lots of fun for those long, cold winter evenings5
This is not a book for young kids, with more than 100 pieces to be cut from the book and assembled, but for those with a steady hand and an Xacto knife, this is a fun way to see some of the detail usually missed in photos of the Robie House.

Ultimately Satisfying4
If you are even attempting to take on this project, you are likely a fan of Wright's work. It helps to know Wright's style and history. There are some flaws or omissions in the instructions (see ref to part #57 in other review) and one or two errors in the printing. Not for kids or the impatient. As you gain experience the task becomes easier as you are able to anticipate how things will come together. The finished product is very attractive and unique. An inexpensive project for cold, winter nights.

For the Mature Hobbyist4
If you're a fan of the works of Wright, and have experience with detail oriented hobbies, you will likely find this a challenging but "do-able" project. For example, I've built plastic model kits for over thirty years, and it took me about three and a half months to complete the house, working on the standard hobbyist schedule (i.e. nights and weekends when I felt like it). Be aware that even with careful assembly, the finished product reflects the limitations of card stock - the long, thin pieces (notably, the wall around the front of the house) tend to become a bit wavy when folded and glued. Still, if you have the patience, and are comfortable with the investment of time involved, you'll end up with a nice replica of an architecturally significant home.