Rolls-Royce Unveils Its Most Intricate Woodwork Yet

Some of Rolls-Royce’s greatest craftsmanship yet comes out of the woodwork.

Rolls-Royce Bespoke is the avenue through which clients of the ultra-luxury manufacturer are able to turn the opulent vehicles into incredibly unique personal statements, heirlooms, and ultra-exclusive masterpieces with the greatest degree of luxury that Rolls-Royce is able to offer. With the introduction of Private Offices from Rolls-Royce across the globe, the Rolls-Royce Bespoke configuration experience that was typically only available at Rolls-Royce’s home of Goodwood is now featured in some of the world’s most important luxury hubs.

As the Rolls-Royce Phantom celebrates its 100th anniversary since its introduction in 1925, the flagship Rolls-Royce nameplate is looking back on a century of dominating the automotive ultra-luxury arena, and a new Rolls-Royce Bespoke Private Collection is set to debut soon to mark that milestone. Created to celebrate a hundred years of pinnacle luxury, the new Private Collection is set to feature some of the most incredible craftsmanship Rolls-Royce Bespoke has ever produced, including the most intricate woodwork in Rolls-Royce history.

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A person applies gold leaf sheets to a rectangular surface using a thin paper sheet, on a wooden table.

Close-up of a hand lifting a sheet of thin gold leaf squares placed on a beige backing paper.

Person handling a large, rectangular sheet of gold leaf placed on cardboard, with both hands visible, at a wooden table.

Black textured surface featuring subtle engraved buildings and landscape; a thin yellow and white cable runs across the upper right corner.

Close-up of a dark, embossed map labeled "Rayol-Canadel-sur-Mer" with a yellow, wavy line and circular, vent-like patterns.

Close-up of hands touching a tactile map with raised lines and textured surfaces, designed for visually impaired users.

Close-up of hands tracing a yellow line on a textured, black-and-gray map or surface with raised details.

Two hands are placing a yellow wire or cord along a designated groove on a black plastic panel with a circular vent.

A person uses a tool to carve an intricate woodwork pattern with orange paint on a piece of black material with circular cutouts; a roller tool lies nearby.

A close-up of an etched wooden map showcases intricate woodwork, featuring two circular maze designs and a detailed compass rose with cardinal directions.

Close-up of a car interior panel featuring intricate woodwork with an engraved image of a vintage automobile and palm trees, evoking the timeless elegance of a Rolls-Royce.

A close-up view of a grayscale, textured drawing or print depicting trees and foliage with sketch-like lines and shading, reminiscent of intricate woodwork.

Close-up of a black and white map with a gold outline highlighting a specific area, overlaid on a vintage Rolls-Royce illustration.

Close-up of a black and white abstract pattern with sharp, jagged lines and textured surface, reminiscent of the intricate woodwork found in a Rolls-Royce luxury car interior.

Close-up of a curved metal surface engraved with a Rolls-Royce vintage car and palm trees, standing upright on a wooden holder featuring intricate woodwork.

Close-up of a metal object with intricate engravings of trees and plants, displayed upright on a small, gold-colored stand—its detail reminiscent of the craftsmanship found in luxury cars like Rolls-Royce.

The new woodwork brings new techniques to the fold that have never been seen before in a Rolls-Royce: 3D marquetry, 3D ink layering, and 24-carat gold leafing. As part of the incredibly meticulous process involved in creating the special woodwork, Rolls-Royce artisans underwent special training as part of the year-long development process. Originating in hand-drawn sketches, the special techniques used on the woodwork are employed to visually tell the story of places and moments that were pivotal to the Rolls-Royce Phantom’s hundred-year legacy.

With an unprecedented level of artisan craftsmanship, fastidious technique, and opulence, the upcoming Rolls-Royce Bepsoke Private Collection is about to be the most captivating rendition of the Phantom yet, worthy of an ultra-luxury legend celebrating 100 years of excellence.

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