Case study
Patricia: a wooden box with a Nexovius fantasy engraving
An existing wooden box received a fantasy emblem on its lid and a matching decorative plaque inside.
- Client / sector
- Personal gift
- Material / product
- Wooden box and gold-coloured plastic
- Technique
- Laser engraving and laser cutting
Wooden box engraving: Patricia
In October 2026, we made a personalised gift with a Victorian fantasy feel for Patricia van der Lans. Her wooden box, approximately 19.5 × 15 × 10 cm, received a Nexovius emblem on the outside and a gold-coloured decorative plaque reading NEXOVIUS FRACTUS inside.
One design, two different surfaces
Patricia supplied the box and applied the dark stain herself. The emblem on the lid needed to suit that finish. For the wood engraving, we simplified the finest white details in consultation with her, adapting the artwork to the chosen execution.
A separate plaque for the inside
The lid could not open far enough to position its inside properly under the laser. Removing the cord did not provide enough clearance either. We therefore suggested a separate gold-coloured plastic plaque. Its text and ornaments were engraved, and the plaque was cut to a decorative outline. The digital design was agreed before production.
A coordinated personal gift
Direct engraving on the outside and a separate plaque inside give each part its own finish. This project shows why access to the engraving area matters when working on an existing object. The supplied project images show the lid, the plaque and the complete combination.
Workflow
| Step | Agreed execution |
|---|---|
| Inspect the object | Check dimensions, lid movement and access to both surfaces. |
| Adapt the artwork | Simplify fine exterior details and agree the plaque outline. |
| Approve the proof | Review the digital design before production. |
| Produce | Engrave the lid; engrave and cut the separate decorative plaque. |
Project images
Customer feedback
“Yes, that is fine. It looks very beautiful ☺️”
Patricia van der Lans
Customer feedback on the result. Translated from Dutch.
Questions about this project
Can you engrave an existing wooden box?
We assess the material, finish and accessible surface first. Please include a photograph showing the lid open.
What if the inside will not fit under the laser?
For this box, a separate engraved and cut decorative plaque provided a solution. Its outline and wording were agreed beforehand.
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