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Cerused wood draws the detail from the grain of wood so that it really highlights the character. Also called limed finish, cerusing gets its name from the skin cream that was used to preserve wood.

Burled wood is wood with a unique grain characteristic that results from harvesting a tree that has a burl. A burl is a tree growth often caused by injury, fungus, virus, or insects. The stress from the growth causes pressure on the wood and creates intense grain patterns.

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Norwegian wood according to the Beatles song Norwegian wood is pine. Paul McCartney explained that the term "Norwegian Wood" was a sarcastic reference to the cheap pine wall panelling then in vogue in London.

A burl in wood is a growth on a tree formed from bud tissue that has not sprouted. The burl forms large, knobby-looking growths on the base and trunk of the tree. Every piece of burl wood is unique, which is one reason they are considered rare and valuable. They come in a variety of sizes and have varying wood textures and colors. Find a collection of antique and vintage burl wood furniture on 1stDibs today.

Wood is made up of five key chemical substances. These are cellulose, hemicellulose, lignin, ash-forming minerals and extractive chemicals, which are by-products given off by trees as they grow. Although their chemical compositions consist of the same things, different species of wood have varying colors and grain patterns. Shop a wide range of wood furniture on 1stDibs.

The most exotic wood is cocobolo. Cocobolo is found in the Central American highlands and is known for its dark, textured grain. This wood can be seen in a range of different colors such as yellow to purple.

The most expensive wood in the world is agarwood. This dark resinous wood is used in incense, perfume, and to make small carvings.In 2010, this wood sold for as high as $100,000/kg.

A wood beam is a block of solid or engineered wood that is used to bear heavy loads. A wood beam is critical to the structure of a house.

The term MCM wood typically refers to wood furniture produced in the mid-century modern or MCM style. These pieces usually date back to the postwar years and tend to feature simple, clean lines. Teak, rosewood and oak were some of the most popular types of wood used in furniture design during the period. Find a selection of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.

No, cinnabar is a sulfide mineral ore that was used to make red pigment for thousands of years. It also refers to the color most associated with the ore. Shop a collection of antique cinnabar wares from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Yes, coromandel is a type of wood. Most of the wood comes from Sri Lanka and India and you can easily recognize it by its dark brown and black striped appearance. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of coromandel furniture.

Yes, teak is a wood. It is a close-grained hardwood and one of the strongest and most durable timbers, very resistant to the elements, including water. This is the reason teak is a desirable wood for furniture, especially outdoor pieces. It’s also often used for building boats and exterior construction projects. Shop a collection of teak furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Grant Wood is from Iowa. The American artist was born in Anamosa, Iowa, in 1891 and grew up in nearby Cedar Rapids. Unlike other American regionalist painters like John Steuart Curry and Thomas Hart Benton, Wood never moved East but remained in the Middle West, where he found inspiration for his paintings of prosperous farms and people reflecting idealized American values. He died in Iowa City, Iowa, in 1942, at the age of 51. Find an extraordinary collection of art for sale on 1stDibs.

Beatrice Wood is famous for her work as an artist. A ceramicist, she produced striking pieces with lustrous glazes that collectors now call "lusterware." Due to her involvement with the Dada movement alongside Marcel Duchamp and other artists, she is sometimes referred to as "Mama Dada." Shop a selection of Beatrice Wood pottery on 1stDibs.

Yes, Elm is a type of wood. The color of elm wood can range from a paler sapwood color to shades of reddish-brown. It has an interlocking wood grain with an uneven texture. Find a collection of vintage and modern elm wood items on 1stDibs.