What has marquetry got to do with photography? Ummm .... nothing that I can come up with that would make any sense, but hey, I can have more than one passion can't I?
Marquetry is a craft that I learned whilst cruising on my yacht in the early 90's and has helped me while away many a stormy day sheltered in the lee of an island or bay. Marquetry, or veneer inlay, is very detailed work and requires an immense amount of patience and time, but is rewarding when a project finally all comes together and the finishing oil is applied.
Wood is one of the oldest natural materials that has not only survived, but is still popular in today's modern synthetic world. Marquetry utilises thin veneers of common and exotic timbers that can produce artwork of enduring beauty.
The art of marquetry is not difficult to learn, but like many arts, it can be difficult to learn to do well. Simply put, you cut up veneers and create your own jigsaw puzzle, glue them together and mount it on a firm base. Then you squirt a little oil on the face to finish it, and frame it... easy!
The equipment you need is a selection of timber veneers, some suitable designs, a scalpel, a few bandaids, a cutting board and some glue. But I believe that the two most important things that are required to produce quality marquetry is the love of working with timber, and patience... lots and lots of patience.
Most of the artwork that is listed below is for sale but subject to availability. If an item is sold out, I do take orders but please be patient and allow several weeks for completion.
100% guarantee of satisfaction!
I offer a 7 day 100% money back guarantee should you not be absolutely delighted with your purchase.
(all I ask for is its return in its original undamaged condition)
Also available for viewing at the Ferry Park Gallery
located at the Clarence Coast Visitor Centre
Pacific Hwy, Maclean
or
Maclean Picture Frames
203 River St. Maclean
Please use the Order Online page to place orders:
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Please be aware that veneer colours of new artwork may vary from displayed images
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Description
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Price
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Image
(Click on image for larger view)
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Bald Eagle
This piece took me about eighteen months to complete, cutting hundreds of individual pieces with extensive shading.
Veneers used:
Qld Maple
Silver Ash
Myrtle
Radiata
Overall size: 515mm x 375mm
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Priceless
Not for sale
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Jarrah
Ironically, although this piece is fashioned after a Jarrah branch, there was no Jarrah used.
Overall Size: 255mm x 305mm
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$300.00
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Spotted Gum
Overall Size: 255mm x 305mm
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$300.00
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Rose
Of course the single rose is always a favourite with the ladies
Overall Size: 255mm x 305mm
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$350.00
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Rose in oval matt
Single rose with internal inserted oval matt
Overall Size: 225mm x 275mm
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$350.00
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Butterfly #1
The ever popular butterfly
Overall Size: 305mm x 255mm
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$300.00
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Butterfly #2
Another species.
Overall Size:
305mm x 255mm
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$300.00
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Charlie
The inimitable Charlie Chaplin as the Little Hobo
Overall Size: 255mm x 305mm
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$300.00
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Groucho
Another iconic figure, Groucho of the famous Marx Brothers renowned for his satirical quips against high society and human hypocrisy.
Overall size: 255mm x 305mm
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$300.00
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Nude #1
Very thin slivers of Tasmanian myrtle veneer was used to outline this slim nude half kneeling on chair
Overall Size: 255mm x 305mm
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$300.00
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Lady in Hat #1
Slivers of veneers were used to create an outline of a young lady's face in a hat.
Overall Size: 305mm x 255mm
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$300.00
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Lady with Ear Ring
Narrow pieces of Tasmanian myrtle veneers were used to outline a young lady's face with an ear ring.
Overall Size: 255mm x 305mm
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$300.00
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Winnie
One that the kids in us love
Veneers used:
Qld Maple
Silver ash
Dyed ash
Tas myrtle
Overall size: 255mm x 305mm
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$225.00
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Melody
Veneers used:
Qld Maple
Silver ash
Meranti
Dyed ash
Overall Size: 305mm x 255mm
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$300.00
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Endangered Species
Veneers used:
Qld Maple
Silver ash
Tas myrtle
Overall size: 255 x 305mm
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$300.00
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Tags: Marquetry Fine Art, Fine Wood Art NSW, Timber Veneer Art, Timber Art Australia, Fine Art for Sale, Woodwork, Fine Art Gallery, Marquetry of Bald Eagle, Marquetry of Gum Nuts and Leaves, Marquetry of Single Rose, Marquetry of Butterfly, Marquetry in Australia, Australian Marquetry, Veneer Inlay, Timber Veneer Inlay, Marquetry Northern Rivers, Marquetry NSW, Marquetry Yamba, Australian Fine Wood Gallery, Wood Craft, Wood Art,
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