Wood veneer, Anigre (Figured)

Anigre (Figured)

Angire is an often overlooked beauty. Its texture is pleasing to the eye and works well projects where a subtle yet defined wood veneer is needed. Curly anigre is one of the more affordable figured veneer types despite it's relative rarity. Anigre can be found in Ghana, Cameroon, Congo, and in the rain forests of Uganda. I've had the pleasure of seeing numerous veneered projects in which the creator used anigre as a contrasting compliment to darker woods such as walnut and jarrah.

Common Name:		Anigre, anegre, agnegre, aningeria
Scientific Name:		Aningeria superba, Aningeria robusta
Family:		Sapotaceae
Color:		Creamy yellow to pale brown
Origin:		West Africa
Hardness:		Moderately soft
Texture:		Smooth texture with semi-open pores
Finishing:		Readily accepts stains and finishes