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    Old 01-21-2011, 04:42 PM
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    Wow! How pretty is that? Also, with a good coat of polyurethane, would make a nice table accent...for hot dishes, etc. Or just decoration. Many possible uses. Nice find!
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    Old 01-21-2011, 04:52 PM
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    WOW what a great deal!!
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    Old 01-21-2011, 05:06 PM
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    Originally Posted by sewjoyce
    WOW! Good for you!! And when you get tired of it, please don't give it to Goodwill -- I'll gladly take it off your hands....
    ME TOOO!!!!
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    Old 01-21-2011, 05:07 PM
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    Lucky! How come my goodwill never has the cool stuff :) WTG on your find!!!
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    Old 01-21-2011, 05:17 PM
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    very nice
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    Old 01-21-2011, 05:20 PM
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    I love that piece of art! Gorgeous!
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    Old 01-21-2011, 05:22 PM
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    Your find is called Marketry. Inlaid pieces of wood set into a solid backing. A lost art. Good find.
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    Old 01-21-2011, 05:23 PM
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    Intarsia can be so beautiful. That is a very nice piece. Congratulations on your find
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    Old 01-21-2011, 05:23 PM
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    That is so cool :!: Great find :mrgreen:
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    Old 01-21-2011, 05:23 PM
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    Very nice!
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