Malagasy marquetry, a traditional woodcraft art, is being preserved in Madagascar’s central highlands, particularly in Ambositra. The craft involves assembling thin pieces of wood to create intricate ...

Hermès gets cheeky with horsehair, Patek Philippe and Chopard turn to traditional materials, and Ulysse Nardin uses silicon as an artistic medium Visitors to Patek Philippe’s salon on Geneva’s ...

Geometric patterns are a staple in marquetry, and African wood lends itself perfectly to them. The contrast between different types of wood can create stunning visual effects, making the geometric ...

When furniture maker Terry Facey began repairing historical pieces, his work often centered around 17th-century examples, thanks to an antique dealer who regularly brought him new items. Over time, ...

Discover the hidden processes and techniques of furniture-making – from simple wood joints to injection moulded plastic, ornate marquetry work to 3D printing. The Panton chair Designed in 1960 by ...

African marquetry is an ancient art that uses colorful African woods and sawdust to create intricate designs. This craft, which has been passed down generations, is now being taught in workshops ...

Chopard got creative with hexagons of dyed straw, Buccellati used the design in a new Tulle secret watch, and Olivia Burton offers more approachable takes Honeycomb motifs are quietly emerging as a ...

A decorative art that was highly fashionable between the 17th and 18th centuries, marquetry lost its allure at the dawn of modern times before making a strong comeback in watchmaking to elevate dials ...

Featuring pieces by 22 artists from 6 countries, a new exhibit of outstanding work in marquetry wowed an opening reception crowd at the Messler Gallery of the Center for Furniture Craftsmanship in ...