John C. Felten

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John C. Felten

“Marquetry is an art form that offers me infinite varieties of creative and personal expression .”

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Bolo Tie

$48.00

A modern take on the classic western tie.

Earrings

from $45.00

Earrings in a variety of woods, shapes and designs. The natural textures and patterns ensure that each pair is one of a kind.

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Just completed. “Cardinals Rule”...Serving tray made from Solid walnut with marquetry in both natural and dyed veneers. 1/8” protective glass. Soon to be on display at By Western Hands gallery in Cody Wyoming.

It’s not too late to treat yourself or someone you love, for Valentines Day. 7-1/2 x 6” x 3”...curly maple, with dyed veneers and Paula abalone inlay. PM me if interested. Contact johncfelten.com

4 images. Just completed. This one made from mostly walnut with some light maple accents. The marquetry is natural and some dyed veneers. The inlay is white Mother-of-Pearl. Solid brass Brusso JB-102 stop hinges....

Added some abalone inlay to the marquetry image. Curly maple and walnut....one of my favorite wood combinations

Two images...Completed yesterday....curly maple, walnut. Marquetry design all natural veneers.

Did the marquetry image in the late summer....been looking for a “home”....had some leftover walnut that works just fine. New small table to fit into a space in the tv room...😎 ————————————- #marquetry #woodworking #woodwork #woodshop #woodart #montanaartists #marquetryart

Repost! If you’re in Missoula...| @montana.film.festival Merch alert! Custom Bolo Ties, made for MTFF from @feltenwoods in Billings! Get them while supplies last! On sale in the @theroxy406 box office

“Looking for Nectar.” Curly maple cabinet with marquetry decorated doors. (—>SWIPE) The backs of the doors feature a second marquetry “thatch” design. 🦋🍁
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“Looking for Nectar.” Curly maple cabinet with marquetry decorated doors. (—>SWIPE) The backs of the doors feature a second marquetry “thatch” design. 🦋🍁 ————————————- For info about commissions and to see more of my work, visit johnfelten.com (link in bio). ————————————- #marquetry #woodworking #woodwork #woodart #montanaartists #marquetryart #cabinetmaker

A thought to ponder: “It is a pity when the public-and others who judge work in wood-are not enough aware of how much it takes on the part of the craftsman to give us objects that are simple, refined - and interesting as well...” James Krenov, The Fine Art of Cabinetmaking”.....my project, JK’s comment... ————————— #marquetry #woodworking #woodwork #woodart #montanaartists #marquetryart

3 images....Titled “Evening at Jenny Lake”....curly maple and walnut. Marquetry images are both natural and dyed veneers. Brusso (naturally) hardware. ———————- #marquetry #woodworking #woodwork #woodart #montanaartists #marquetryart

What is Marquetry?

Marquetry is the art of applying pieces of wood veneer to create decorative patterns. Watch the video to see the process in action.