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PROCESSES & TECHNIQUES

Processes and techniques used in the construction and decoration of antique boxes and dressing cases, including cabinetmaking, metalworking, glasswork, leatherwork, polishing, gilding and engraving.

Chasing and Repoussé Cross-Banding Cut Glass Dovetail Joints Engine Turning / Guilloché Engraving
French Polishing Fretwork and Piercing Gilding Gold Tooling and Leather Tooling Silver Plating (19th Century) Velvet Ruching