How to make a marquetry writing table.
The Getty Museum presents a special feature on the The Making of Furniture, in this case making antique marquetry tables. The museum commissioned three recreations of 18th century French furniture models in an attempt to mirror the woodworking techniques and conditions prevalent at this time in France.
This is a picture of an antique table that was copied.
The page provides detailed analysis, with pictures and videos, of the whole construction process including the decorative details.
Of particular interest is the video of the process of marquetry.
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