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Our solid wood furniture is individually crafted using time-honored methods yielding uncompromising quality.
Our richly detailed ITEMS harmoniously blend the use of solid woods with exotic and extraordinary veneers,
accented with gold leaf, decorative molding, impeccable hand carvings, intricate hand-laid marquetry, elegant
marble, wrought iron accents and artful leathers that easily translate into today's lifestyle and that will
endure for generations. Pieces are fitted and screwed together and drawers are crafted out of solid mahogany
or alder wood utilizing English dovetailing, front and back. Drawer bottoms are finished with proper veneers.
WOODS
The first step in ensuring that our pieces are of enduring quality is the careful selection of choice
woods and veneers such as African Zebrano and exotic Bubinga, rich Swirl mahogany, Satinwood, Birch,
well-defined Cathedral and Straight Grain Cherry, Lokinai, Mahogany, Lauan and highly figured Ash burl
amongst others.
Select wood veneers are also carefully chosen to allow consistent finishing. Veneers enable more
decorative looks that cannot be achieved through solid wood. However, use of veneers is generally limited
to flat surfaces such as tabletops and case sides. In addition to their decorative ability, veneers add
dimension and strength to a piece.
All solid woods and veneers are kiln dried to ensure moisture content of 6%-8%. This means dry weather
or very low humidity does not adversely affect wood structures.
FINISHES
Proper finishes are applied in a multi-step sanding, hand rubbing and finish coat process that ensures
the gradual build-up of a base and eventual finish that bring out the best qualities and natural beauty
of each type of veneer and wood. The resulting rich luster enhances the natural beauty of our exquisite
pieces for generations to come.
HARDWARE
Hand cast wax molds are used to carry out the design of each piece of hardware and to ensure that each
piece conforms to its own design specifications. Each piece is solid brass and is fitted to each particular
piece of furniture.
Note: Item measurements are in inches and read Width x Depth x Height
We encourage you to look through our website and contact us with your questions and observations. We will
reply to your queries promptly.
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