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The cutting on this Nativity Scene was done with a procedure called antofret. Antofret is a method by which one board can be made to represent two or three, creating a “stand-out” raised relief of the design. This technique was developed in the early 1900’s by an Italian Priest, M. Antonini, and as a lasting reminder of his work this type of cutting was named after him.
When you move the pieces forward they lock open. When you go backwards the pieces come apart. The picture shows how the 3d effect is developed from the flat one that is like it is when it comes off the saw. Solid Poplar Construction
Stained Golden Oak Color. It measures 5”w x 4”h x 3/4” thick.
Thank you for looking!
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Karson
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posted 78 days ago
Thats Cool. I guess the pieces are cut with a 1- 2 deg angle.
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MsDebbieP
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posted 78 days ago
I agree—cool. nicely done.
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Innovator
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posted 78 days ago
Nice job, and just in time for Christma…...
Oh no it is getting close!
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Pdub
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posted 77 days ago
I have used this technique numerous times and never knew what it was called or how it originated. A member for only a few days and I have already learned something new. Thanks and Nice job!
-- Paul, North Dakota, USAF Ret.
a1Jim
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posted 77 days ago
Simple but cool
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Jiri Parkman
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posted 9 days ago
Beauty of simplicity. Great job.
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