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Brown Mallee Burl

Brown Mallee Burl

An Australian burl with complex, three-dimensional figure. It brings distinctive detail to artwork and turned pieces.

WOODWAY MAGAZINERoot burl from mallee eucalyptus. Very hard and richly figured, it is used for knife handles and pen blanks.

Rounded red-brown and golden-brown burl masses with speckled cross sections.

Scientific name

Eucalyptus spp. (burl)

Origin

Australia

Colour

Brown with burl figure

Characteristics

Three-dimensional burl figure · Strong variation between pieces · Decorative grain

Suggested uses

Turning · Sculptural objects · Artwork · Small objects

Colour, figure, knots and cracks vary even within the same species. Check photographs, condition and usable dimensions of the actual piece before ordering.