9 Questions
What is intarsia?
A form of wood inlaying
What is the difference between intarsia and marquetry?
Intarsia inlays sections of wood, while marquetry assembles a pattern out of veneers
Where did the technique of intarsia originate?
North Africa
What is certosina?
A type of wood inlaying that uses pieces of ivory, bone, or mother of pearl
When did figurative intarsia first appear?
1330
What is the most elaborate example of intarsia?
Cabinets
What is the process of creating intarsia?
Selecting different types of wood, cutting, shaping, and finishing each piece, and fitting them together like a puzzle
When did intarsia gain popularity in the United States?
1980s
What is the new method for marquetry proposed by Georges Vriz?
Superimposing the layers of wood using thin, transparent elements that impart color and depth
Study Notes
Test your knowledge of the ancient art of wood inlaying with this quiz on Intarsia! From its origins before the seventh century AD to its use in furniture and décor, this form of inlaying involves intricate sections of wood, ivory, bone, or mother-of-pearl. See how much you know about this technique and its differences from marquetry with this quiz.
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