parquetry

American  

[pahr-ki-tree] / ˈpɑr kɪ tri /

noun

1. mosaic work of wood used for floors, wainscoting, etc.; marquetry.

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parquetry British  

/ ˈpɑːkɪtrɪ /

noun

1. a geometric pattern of inlaid pieces of wood, often of different kinds, esp as used to cover a floor or to ornament furniture Compare marquetry

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Etymology

Origin of parquetry

From the French word parqueterie, dating back to 1835–45. See parquet, -ery

Example Sentences

Although early on he had restored virtually every surface, including the parquetry floors and boiserie, the décor was relatively stark — at least for him — and done in shades of ivory and wheat.

From New York Times

Out of “sheer boredom” with his day-to-day work, Mr. Stamper began experimenting with parquetry, a technique that uses wood veneer, arranged in geometric patterns, to decorate furniture.

From The Wall Street Journal

In my Brisbane project, for example, we used rugs and marble parquetry to designate different areas in a big space.

From Architectural Digest

Inside, ceiling frescoes, walls finished with marmorino plaster, and rustic parquetry floors lend a refined but cozy atmosphere.

From Architectural Digest

This architectural jewelry box mimics a Georgian townhouse and features several types of wood: The parquetry is made from sycamore and harewood, and the brickwork is burr walnut.

From Architectural Digest

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