Curiosity Box - 160
Measures 16" wide x 12" high x 5" deep $200
Afrormosia - Afrormosia is found throughout Central and the West Coast of Africa along the Ivory Coast, Ghana, Congo, Nigeria, and Cameroon. The tree is a 100 to 150 foot tall with a 3 to 5 foot diameter. The wood is sometimes referred to as “African Teak,” though it is not closely related to genuine Teak , and it does look somewhat similar to Teak, has similar working and mechanical properties, and is extremely durable in outdoor applications; for these reasons, it's used with a fair degree of success as a substitute for Teak. It has beautiful coloration, which ranges from golden to darker brown, gradually turning to a deep, rich, walnut-like color. It is very durable regarding decay resistance, and is also resistant to termites and other insects. This wood species is in CITES Appendix II, and is on the IUCN Red List. It is listed as endangered due to a population reduction of over 50% in the past three generations, caused by a decline in its natural range, and exploitation.
Common Uses - In addition to its striking appearance, afrormosia has long been a favorite in Europe for high-grade commercial and residential construction when quality and appearance, rather than cost, have been design objectives and a uniform, rich look is desired. A first class cabinet and furniture wood, it is not well known in the United States, but admired by all those who know it.
