ASH EUROPEAN FIGURED (FIDDLEBACK) WOOD
fraxinus excelsior
European Ash quarter cut figured wood veneer is creamy white to pale tan. The straight grain has a pronounced appearance with fiddleback figure. Fiddleback is clearly visible with regular streaks running across the grain.
Common Uses: Architectural panels, musical instruments, as well as furniture and marquetry.
Other Names: Olive Ash, Common Ash.
The Tree: Depending on soil and climate, can grow 80-100 feet with diameters between 2-5 feet.
A Little History: During WWI, European Ash wood was used to construct aircraft. This wood was ideal for the structure of aircraft because of its flexibility and strength.
Region: Europe
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