noun
- plural of marquetry; decorative work made by inlaying pieces of wood, metal, or other materials into a surface to form patterns or pictures
Usage: craftsmanship; woodworking
Examples
- The antique furniture featured elaborate marquetries with intricate floral designs.
- Different marquetries adorned each panel of the ornate cabinet.
- The craftsman specialized in creating marquetries using exotic woods.
- Museum visitors admired the various marquetries displayed in the decorative arts wing.
- The restoration project involved repairing damaged marquetries on several historic pieces.
- Fine marquetries require skilled artisans and high-quality materials.