Editorial Reviews

Marquetry, by P. Ramand, Ed. Vial, 10 inches x 13-½ inches ( 25 cm x 35 cm ), hardcover book with 238 full color pages - Edition Française

This is a hardcover book with 238 full color pages that presents the history of
the marquetry art from its origin to nowadays, also called intarsi or inlay,
which is the art of painting with wood.
The marqueter makes intricate pictures and geometric designs by cutting and
fitting together thin pieces of colored wood, shell and other precious materials.
Marquetry distinguinshes the word's finest antique and contemporary furniture.
The book details, step-by-step procedures for new work and for restorations.

Contents:

• History
• The Marqueter's Workshop
• The Materials
• Tools
• Design
• Preparation
• Techniques
• Geometric Marquetry

The French texts are written by Pierre Ramand.