08/05/2026
Years ago, I had the privilege of producing this bespoke box for the wedding of Prince William and Catherine.
Crafted from locally sourced ripple sycamore, the piece featured their royal monogram executed in fine marquetry, with contrasting details and a fitted interior designed to hold mints — a favourite of The Queen Mother. Every detail was considered, from the bookmatched figure of the timber to the hand-finished brass lock and precision fitted compartments.
A commission created for a future king, and a piece I still look back on with great pride.
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