Latin name: Diospyros celebica.
Other name: Coromandel.
Origin: Indonesia.
Colour: black and brown more or less veined.
Macassar's ebony (Diospyros celebica) is an exotic wood essence highly valued in high-end cabinetmaking. Originally from Southeast Asia, mainly from Sulawesi Island, Indonesia, this ebony species is known for its dark and contrasting colour, ranging from intense black to dark brown with light brown to golden veins.
In cabinet making, Macassar's ebony is appreciated for its fine grain and smooth texture, making it an ideal material for the manufacture of furniture and luxury objects. Its hardness and density also make it a very resistant wood, which contributes to the longevity of creations.
Cabinetists use Macassar's ebony to create ornamentation pieces, inlays, knife handles, sticks and musical instruments. Its contrasting color allows it to create elegant and aesthetic patterns, adding a sophisticated touch to the projects.
