In this episode, the fine line between obsession and madness, illustrated in a piece of furniture. Toledo Museum of Art curator Erin Corrales-Diaz joins Ben to discuss a unique secretary desk which might hold the world record for inlay: thousands upon thousands of pieces of wood, which in its maker's own words, "will do more in ten minutes to inspire young people with the possibilities of life than ten years of haphazard and scattered endeavor.

135,500 Pieces (of Wood)

Through interviews with leading figures in the world of fine and decorative arts, Curious Objects - a podcast from The Magazine ANTIQUES - explores the hidden histories, the little-known facts, the intricacies, and the idiosyncrasies that breathe life and energy into historical works of craft and art

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