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Francesco Molon furniture can be found in projects across the UAE, including at the Raffles Imperial Mansion on Palm Jumeirah. Photo: Dubai Sotheby's International Realty

The Molon touch: Italian house brings famed gold leaf craftsmanship to UAE

Roberto Molon, son of furniture-maker Francesco Molon, discusses crafting pieces for presidential palaces and high-end homes in the region

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