I am looking for some confirmation that early gravestone carvers (roughly
1660-1810) used a pattern transfer method called pouncing. This involves
pricking tiny holes along a pattern outline, positioning the pattern on the
stone, and then dusting the pricked outline with fine black powder to
transfer the outline to the stone. Has anyone come across any evidence of
this method of pattern transfer in stone work?
16th and 17th century needlework samplers sometimes include a pattern of
facing pairs of little male figures (usually naked, sometimes winged) in
profile stance with the face facing forward. These figures have been called
"boxers" because of their stance -- one leg slightly bent, one arm slightly
raised, elbow bent. They are often holding something in the slightly
outstretched raised arm. Has anyone ever seen these figures (outside the
U.S.) depicted on stone?
Thank you for whatever information you might be able to provide!
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