Patek Philippe wood marquetry 'in miniature'

Observe the making of a wood marquetry dial at Patek Philippe firsthand. Artisanal skill, in-depth know-how, endless patience, a calm hand, and visual acuity are essential for such a small cosmos. The motif must be planned, the right color and grain combinations picked from an inventory of 30 veneers, followed by precision sawing of the tiny parts and assembling as many as 300 motif elements. These steps are shown for a falcon that is extremely lifelike and appears poised to fly away.
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