One of the participants in the project is Théo, a 17-year-old studying carpentry at the Athénée royal d’Enghien. Along with two classmates, he is responsible for the decorative rear section of the boat, made of oak and olive leaves that are intricately carved by hand. “It’s a very meticulous job, and we’re trying to do as much as we can without machines,” says Théo. “Precision is key, but it’s an honor to be working on a project like this. It’s wonderful.” The royal canoe is scheduled to be launched by the end of 2024.
Among the participants, there is in particular Théo, 17, who studies carpentry at the Athénée royal d’Enghien. With two classmates, he is in charge of making the decorative rear part of the boat, made of oak and olive leaves carved in wood.
“It’s a lot of work, very meticulous. We try to do a lot by hand, without a machine. You have to be very precise. Frankly, it’s an honor. Working on a project like this is wonderful“, smiles Theo.
The launch of the royal canoe is expected at the end of 2024.
As the launch of the royal canoe approaches, the hard work and dedication of Théo and his classmates will come to fruition. Their attention to detail and commitment to working by hand has ensured that every inch of the decorative rear part of the boat is crafted with care. For Théo, the project has been an honor and a wonderful learning experience. We look forward to seeing the finished product in 2024 and appreciate the effort that these young carpenters have put into making this royal canoe a reality.