Parquetry

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Very similar to marquetry work, the parquetry technique consists of the inlay of wood pieces into a pattern for decorative effect. It differs from marquetry work, which can involve curved and natural shapes, in that parquetry is rigidly geometric in style. Thus, rather than creating naturalistic images, parquetry decorates flooring and furniture in a more abstract, non-figural way.

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Large ormolu mounted antique French bureau plat

Large ormolu mounted antique French bureau plat
£28,000
Antique Victorian ormolu and parquetry desk

Antique Victorian ormolu and parquetry desk
£25,000
Kingwood and mahogany parquetry antique bedroom suite

Kingwood and mahogany parquetry antique bedroom suite

£10,500
Antique satinwood and mahogany parquetry occasional table

Antique satinwood and mahogany parquetry occasional table
£1,800
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