Buhl (Noun)
Meaning
An inlaid furniture decoration; tortoiseshell and yellow and white metal form scrolls in cabinetwork.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The intricate buhl on the 18th-century cabinet displayed the skill of the craftsman who created it.
- Buhl inlays of metal and tortoiseshell added an air of elegance to the French Rococo furniture.
- The expertly crafted buhl on the wooden table featured delicate scrolls and floral patterns.
- The 19th-century dresser was adorned with beautiful buhl that had been carefully restored to its former glory.
- The use of contrasting materials in the buhl decoration created a striking visual effect on the antique armoire.