Most likely mahogany veneer or stained mahogany; alternatives include stained walnut or Philippine mahogany.
Swietenia spp. (likely S. macrophylla); alternatives Juglans nigra or Shorea spp. · Hardwood; likely veneered furniture, possibly engineered panels beneath.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; likely veneered furniture, possibly engineered panels beneath.
- Origin
- Genuine mahogany is native to tropical Central and South America; plantation material also comes from Asia and elsewhere.
- Hardness
- Genuine mahogany: about 800–900 lbf, Soft to Medium; walnut: about 1,010 lbf, Medium.
- Durability
- Mahogany is Moderately Durable, with reasonable rot resistance but limited evidence from this indoor piece.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight, fine, subdued grain; drawer fronts appear flat-sawn veneer with minimal figure.
Color & Appearance
Deep reddish-brown with darkened, oxidized finish; likely originally warmer red-brown. Gloss and color are dominated by stain and aged varnish.
Hardness (Janka)
Genuine mahogany: about 800–900 lbf, Soft to Medium; walnut: about 1,010 lbf, Medium.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Mahogany is Moderately Durable, with reasonable rot resistance but limited evidence from this indoor piece.
Value & Age
Plain mahogany furniture veneer is roughly $8–$20 per board foot retail; this finished piece’s value depends primarily on construction, maker, and condition.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- The furniture appears several decades old, perhaps 40–80 years, based on finish oxidation, edge wear, and abrasions; the wood itself cannot be dated visually.
Common Uses
Fine furniture, cabinetry, veneers, doors, boatwork, musical instruments, and architectural millwork.
Geographic Origin
Genuine mahogany is native to tropical Central and South America; plantation material also comes from Asia and elsewhere.
Workability
Mahogany generally machines and hand-tools well, sands easily, glues reliably, and has moderate screw-holding ability; finish adhesion may require cleaning and light abrasion.
Finish Recommendations
Clean gently, test inconspicuously, then abrade lightly before shellac, lacquer, or wipe-on polyurethane; preserve patina with paste wax if appropriate.
Notable Features
Lightweight for its strength, stable, fine-textured, and often naturally lustrous; dark appearance here is strongly finish-related.
