Intarsia refers to which technique in furniture making?

• A. A finish technique using wax and glaze
• B. A method of applying veneer to furniture surfaces
• C. A carving style used in medieval furniture
• D. Burned wood and inlay drawings and depictions in larger furniture pieces

Answer: (D)

Intarsia is a decorative technique that uses cut pieces of wood fitted into a surface to create drawings, patterns, or pictures on furniture—essentially a wood mosaic embedded into a larger piece. The choice that mentions inlay drawings and depictions on larger furniture pieces line up with this practice, since the hallmark of intarsia is assembling varied woods to depict images directly on the furniture surface. The other options describe different processes—finishing with wax and glaze, applying veneer, or carving—none of which capture the inlay-with-wood-pieces essence of intarsia.