This DVD explores various methods that have been used to make marquentry decoration on the masterpieces of Western furniture. Silas Kopf demonstrates the most important ways marquetry and inlay have been fabricated since the 18th century. The subjects the are covered are: basic inlay, making bandings, parquetry, the Boulle process, traditional "piece by piece" packet cutting, and double bevel sawing. There is no substitute for seeing a craftsman work in "real" time. This DVD illuminates techniques that seem complicated, but give the novice the understanding to begin his own pursuit of this wonderful craft. Used DVD in very good condition.