Regarding the Amsterdam Watch Co statement about no lacquer on the wood - those slices of wood might have been shellacked or lightly oil-stained.
On painted metal, lacquer would be a typical clear coat - but wouldn’t be appropriate on wood.
In the macro shots you can see that the surface wasn’t sealed well and the ink is missing in spots. Just a very difficult material to properly finish before printing.
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