Beethoven

african woman

This wood marquetry artwork features the portrait of an African woman, crafted entirely with natural, unstained wood. It showcases the beauty of traditional marquetry techniques, using shades and textures of different woods instead of paint. This piece not only reflects cultural richness and handmade craftsmanship, but also demonstrates how accessible and rewarding learning marquetry can be — even for beginners. Explore the art, and learn how to create stunning wooden portraits like this through our step-by-step tutorials