{"product_id":"mansonia-turkey-pot-4","title":"Mansonia Turkey Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003e.97 x 4 x 4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMansonia Wood– Rich African Hardwood with Natural Depth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mansonia Wood Collection features the striking character of Mansonia wood (Mansonia altissima), an African hardwood prized for its deep chocolate-brown color, subtle purple undertones, and dramatic dark veining. Often compared to walnut or wenge, Mansonia offers a bold, luxurious appearance while maintaining excellent workability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMansonia is moderately dense with a naturally oily texture that machines and turns smoothly when sharp tools are used. Its interlocked grain creates organic movement and visual depth, giving finished pieces a refined, high-end presence. When polished, Mansonia develops a rich satin to gloss finish that highlights its natural contrast and warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wood is well suited for pen blanks, knife scales, bottle stoppers, handles, small boxes, and decorative turnings. Its weight and density provide a solid, premium feel in the hand, making it a favorite for statement pieces and functional art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach blank in this collection is hand-selected to showcase the most attractive grain and color variation, offering artisans a distinctive African hardwood that balances beauty, performance, and rarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBotanical Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBotanical Name: Mansonia altissima\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily: Malvaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative Range: West and Central Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrade \u0026amp; Common Names\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMansonia, African Mansonia, African Walnut, Brown Teak (trade name)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003emansonia wood, Mansonia altissima, African hardwood pen blanks, exotic turning wood, African walnut wood, knife handle wood, premium woodworking blanks, dark hardwood turning blanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oakbrook Wood Turning Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44930486763720,"sku":"Mansonia 6","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0004\/1399\/0978\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_4fbc3993-94b4-45bd-bf4f-def5f7e362c0.jpg?v=1769971761","url":"https:\/\/oakbrookwoodturningsupply.com\/products\/mansonia-turkey-pot-4","provider":"Oakbrook Wood Turning Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}