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Sinuous and beautiful,

this period furniture detail is actually straightforward to make.

he flowing curves of ogee bracket feet provide a sculptural look to desks, chests and other forms of fine casework. Although there are a number of variations of ogee bracket feet they all share the convex/concave curve that makes this style of foot so appealing. The compound curves where the ogee and bracket profile meet only add to the attraction.

Although the flowing curves can make ogee feet appear difficult to execute, the process really involves just four steps: cutting the joint, sawing the bracket profile, assembling and sawing the ogee.

by Lonnie Bird

Lonnie is the author of "The Complete Illustrated Guide to Using Woodworking Tools" (The Taunton Press) and teaches woodworking. You can learn more about his classes online at lonniebird.com.

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