The manufacturing still remains hand based with the help of modern tools, such as the double-ended cross-cut saw. Essentially the marquetry is accomplished by stratifying linings of bright and dark woods in alternation. Great attention must be paid to the choice of graining for optimal design results. These chromatic effects combine the prestige of natural wood with the hand labor of skilled craftspeople for a truly unique result.
The typical shading intricacy of the design is achieved with the aid of red-hot sanding. This operation, which must be executed with immense care, gives warm and elegant nuances to the beautiful tones of the wood itself. The wood passes through stages of smoothing and polishing to yield an elegant matte finish.
These phases involve manual work with endless grain variations, such that essentially no two pieces are alike, which is an important feature of Sorrento's inlaid woodwork. Handcrafted one at a time from real elm wood in Italy by master artisans. Adds classic beauty to your home accents.
Accented with cushioned brass pedestal feet for sophistication and non-scratch functionality. Lift interior panel protector to watch the musical movements. Wind-up, turn key style mechanism engages melodic tune to play from song Clair de Lune. Beautiful, smooth finish with hand crafted wood inlay design, accents music box lid. Interior lined with soft velvet to protect your precious keepsakes. Packaged carefully in fitted box. Inlaid wood box, jewelry box, music box, elm wood, ring box Size: 4.5 inches wide Condition: Pre-Owned Good This music box is in good condition. There is one tiny pin-size mark on the inlaid guitar on the lid (pictured) which is not very visible. Please see all the photos for a full visual description.This item is in the category "Collectibles\Decorative Collectibles\Music Boxes". The seller is "marshalls_mercantile" and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.