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Music Boxes
OriginThe Sorrentine peninsula boasts a secular tradition in the art of marquetry. From the first half of 800, talented Sorrentine artisans were the first to acquire such technique, which spread extensively all over the Neapolitan territory.Thanks to the fame which Sorrento enjoyed as a holiday resort, many important people from the world of politics and international culture fame, had the opportunity to appreciate the skill of our master cabinet-makers, enough to be engaged by Francesco I of Bourbon for the restoration of furniture in the Royal Palace. The technique It is actually a decorative composition obtained by cutting, inserting and putting together different coloured pieces of wood to create a design or picture. These pieces are then set into a surface to create a design that is usually level with the surface. The art of handmade inlaid wood work is an old and noble Italian tradition typical of Southern Italy, especially the Sorrento area, and can only be performed by skilled and highly trained artisans whose craft is handed down from generation to generation. The first records of inlaid art go back to the Middle Ages where is was known as “Certosina Woodworks”. During the Italian Renaissance the artisans and their apprentices reached high artistic levels by copying the drawings of the many famous contemporary artists of that era. This age-old craft continues to flourish to the present day. To produce the inlaid design the artisan first creates, from the veneer, wood sheets no thicker than 6 millimetres each, using different kinds of wood to realize the different colours of the final design. No more than twelve sheets are placed upon each other with a drawing of the design over the top sheet. Then, with a band cutting machine, the different pieces which compose the final drawing are cut following the outlines of the original drawing itself. The pieces are then put into some hot sand for a few seconds which scorches (singles) the edges and creates the shading. Finally the inlaid pieces are combined to create the composition of the desired drawing. The inlays are all produced by hand according to traditional methods some at remarkable levels of skill reached by the craftsmen. Each particular work is a unique piece and its value is proportional to the quality level obtained. The quality levels is measured by many important factors: refinement of design, choice of woods, delicacy of the hand work and the perfect execution of the final stages of gluing, dressing and refinements. Our factory prides it self in the consistent achievement of the finest quality on every aspect of its production. The music box to which the inlaid pieces are applied is itself a work of art. Much of the production is still performed by the Italian craftsmen in the old fashioned way by hand. Each box is meticulously honed and varnished, the inside all lined with plush velvet, and the hardware made in an attractive non-tarnishable golden metal. The entire box is covered with a high grade protective coating to insure ots everlasting collectibility. Finally, a beautiful and appropriate tune is selected and inserted into each box to play upon the opening of the lid. The bell-like clarity, richness and truetone quality of these musical works will greatly enhance your enjoyment of this fine music box.
Manufacturer: ERCOLANO s.r.l.
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Wooden Desktop Accessories
PDI offers wooden desktop accessories, coaster sets, walking sticks, photo frames, candle stands, etc., all made with well seasoned sheesham wood which is combined with various metals to produce exclusive designs
Manufacturer: Powerdeals International
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WOOLEN CHRISTMAS DECORATION BALLS
WOOLEN CHRISTMAS DECORATION BALLS: this series are made of 100% wool materials by hand, varying in size 5CM, 6CM, 7CM, 8CM, 10CM, etc, with different colors and designs. The balls are one of the most popular Christmas decorations.
Manufacturer: Dongguang Guangyuan Arts & Crafts Co., Ltd.
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