African mahogany crotch
Wood species / Trade name:
African mahogany crotch
Names:
- German: Khaya Pyramide
- French: Fourche d’Acajou
- Chinese: 桃花芯树杈 / 非洲桃花芯
Botanical name:
Khaya ivorensis, Khaya anthotheca
Character / Color:
Veneer produced from crotches or curls of African mahogany are beautiful works of art whose mysterious light and shadow contrasts present the viewer with a vivid and fiery image. The soft reddish brown tone with a slight golden shimmer intensifies the beauty of the wood. Truly lovely pyramid qualities are very rare and extremely valuable.
Main occurence:
Africa
Usage:
Furniture, Interior woodwork, Musical instruments