Rare Wild Grain Brazilian Rosewood Guitar Drop Top - 21" x 7-1/8" x 1/4" #212

Rare Wild Grain Brazilian Rosewood Guitar Drop Top 

The depth of the grain and the dramatic contrast in its color palette ensure that any guitar built with this Rare Wild Grain Brazilian Rosewood drop top will be a flagship instrument—a centerpiece that commands attention both on stage and in the collection.

Specifications:

• Species Name: Brazilian Rosewood (Dalbergia nigra)
• Dimensions: 21" (length) x 7-1/8" (width) x 1/4" (thickness)
• Moisture Content: 12-15% 

Visual Beauty:

• Rich, Deep Base: Luxurious chocolate-brown heartwood forms the foundation.

• Vibrant Contrast: Striking streaks of dark black, rich purple, and burnt orange create a bold, high-contrast look.

• Natural Luster: High oil content gives the wood a deep satin-like sheen, glowing under gloss or nitrocellulose lacquer finishes.

• Wild Grain Patterns: Intense fiddleback curls, swirling spider-webbing, and dramatic irregular grain across the entire surface.

• Ribbon Figure: Interlocked grain creates a 3D ribbon-stripe effect that shifts with viewing angles.

• Holographic Depth: Roe figure and mottling layers produce a rare, dynamic visual depth for a moving, almost holographic appearance.
  

Character & Rarity:

• Unmatched Figure: Features wildly figured, multi-dimensional grain placing it among the rarest examples of Brazilian Rosewood — a true natural work of art.
• Historical Significance: As a historically treasured, CITES-protected species, legally sourced sets with this level of visual drama incredibly scarce and valuable.
• Tonal Implications: The dramatic figuring suggests a complex internal structure, contributing to a rich, articulate tone with enhanced overtones and sustain.

Note: The image provided represents the exact set you will receive. Review the image carefully for grain pattern, color, and details to ensure it meets your expectations.