Hungarian Ash, Hungarian Flower Ash is the name given to a form of ash veneer that has been used since the Renaissance period as an eye-catching decorative veneer on elaborate facade cabinets. This form of growth is caused by three-dimensional wavy growth of the wood fibres, in maple such a characteristic growth is called bubble or shell growth, also blister or cloud maple, in English quilted. This extremely rare growth abnormality seems to have occurred especially in Hungary, but also in Romania. This very special looking veneer was also used in the area of the Danube Monarchy, but this wood does not seem to have been in trade for about 100 years. I only know it from ancient veneer or rare 19th century furniture. Only a special grain of Japanese ash, Tamo, resembles this rare veneer a little, but without having its incredible three-dimensional effect. The veneers offered here are all residues that are well over 100 years old and no longer available anywhere, which can be brittle and/or have cracks. The veneers offered here are all well over 150 years old and no longer available anywhere, they may be brittle or have cracks. Old polish with patina on one side, sawn off an antique board.
