Brown Ivory Bowl Blank

Brown ivory is a dense, fine-textured hardwood with a warm golden to medium brown colour, often with subtle darker streaking and a naturally smooth, even grain. It has a refined, almost polished appearance that lends itself well to high-end turned pieces. It turns very cleanly on the lathe with sharp tools, allowing for crisp detail and a smooth surface straight off the tool — it rewards careful work with an exceptional finish.

Wood Characteristics

• Species: Brown Ivory (Berchemia zeyheri)
• Origin: Southern Africa
• Colour: Warm golden to medium brown with subtle darker streaking
• Grain: Fine, even — steady cuts recommended due to density
• Working properties: Turns very cleanly, sands to a very fine surface, takes oil and wax beautifully

Supplied

• Cut square for easy mounting
• Ends waxed to minimise moisture loss and reduce checking
• Sizes are approximate and shown in inches (diameter × thickness)