Kumiko Box ~ Marcel Corbeil

What is Kumiko you ask? A kumiko box is a decorative wooden box featuring a lid or panel with an intricate, geometric design made from interlocking wooden slats.    Kumiko, is a traditional Japanese woodworking art where thin pieces of wood are precisely cut, fitted, and assembled without nails or glue, relying on pressure and intricate joinery for stability. The designs can be inspired by nature or traditional patterns and are often used for decorative purposes, as seen in boxes or the traditional shoji screens they originate from