marquetery

noun

Meaning

A decorative technique in which veneers of wood, ivory, metal etc. are inlaid into a wood surface to form intricate designs.
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Related words

chequerwork(English)parquette(English)lacquer-ware(English)chequerboard(English)wicker-work(English)airwood(English)marronage(English)cherry wood(English)

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