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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Louis XV style ormolu and parquetry circular centre table

Louis XV style ormolu and parquetry circular centre table
£9,500
Ormolu mounted parquetry writing desk by Edmond Poteau

Ormolu mounted parquetry writing desk by Edmond Poteau
£35,000
Ormolu and porcelain mounted Victorian period side table

Ormolu and porcelain mounted Victorian period side table
£5,500
Large ormolu mounted antique French bureau plat

Large ormolu mounted antique French bureau plat
£28,000
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