Project CULTURE Shows Marquetry Masterpieces at Maison et Objet 2019

Project CULTURE Shows Marquetry Masterpieces at Maison et Objet 2019

January 21, 2019

Project CULTURE Shows Marquetry Masterpieces at Maison et Objet 2019 ⇒ First of all, do you know what marquetry is all about? Following our mission of celebrating and elevating design and craftsmanship, today we share with you how Project CULTURE will share this art with the world at Maison et Objet. Craftsmanship will be honored at Maison et Objet 2019 and we invite you to be part of this wonderful celebration. Get to know what marquetry is and how it will elevate design to a whole new level of luxury!

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By definition, Marquetry is the art of creating decorative designs and pictures by skillfully utilizing the grain, figure and colors of thin veneers and sometimes other materials such as shell or ivory. The technique of marquetry dates back at least to the Classical civilisations, with the use of these techniques evident in works found in the ancient Roman ruins at Pompeii and Herculaneum. After a decline in their use during the Middle Ages, marquetry was revived during the 16^th Century in Italy and became exceptionally popular throughout Europe during the Early Modern period. It has flourished in furniture design and interiors ever since.

The production of fine marquetry and parquetry works is a labour intensive process. Traditionally carried out by experienced and highly skilled woodworkers, marquetry works often have wondrous details, the very best of which are highly prized artworks in their own right.

Working tools of a Woodworker. Photo: ©Covet Foundation

Woodworker Master Artisan. Photo: ©Covet Foundation

Sketches. Photo: ©Covet Foundation

Details. Photo: ©Covet Foundation

From CULTURE’s workshops, two magnificent stools were created using ancient techniques. Both were born from the hands of the master artisan Vitor Querido and one of them designed by Almiro Amorim.

Applying Process. Photo: ©Covet Foundation

Autumn has a strong presence in one of the stool’s design. The orange and light brown leaves create a harmonious composition against the black background.

Applying Process. Photo: ©Covet Foundation

On the other hand, the second stool is a true creative outburst filled with different references and patterns all merged together into an outstanding piece.

Don’t forget to take a little time to appreciate these pioneering woodworking masterpieces born from the makers and thinkers’ dedication and passion.