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What is Tiger Oak?

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What is Tiger Oak?
Contrary to its name, tiger oak is not a type of wood, rather, it's the product of a specific milling process called quarter sawing. The woods has a distinctive grain pattern that's considered quite high-end.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
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Vintage Tiger Oak Desk With Leather Surface by Thomasville
By Thomasville
Located in Puslinch, ON
: A vintage tiger oak desk with a top grain leather surface. Made in the USA, circa 1990s
Category

1990s American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Outstanding Gothic Revival Tiger Oak Desk w. Quality Carved Church Window Panels
Located in Lisse, NL
doors. This intricate and predominantly solid tiger oak desk also comes with striking scripture-page
Category

Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Desks

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Tiger Oak Kidney Shaped Writing Desk
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Amazing antique Kinsey chapel writing desk. Features tiger oak around the sides and drawer face
Category

Early 20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique Tiger Oak Secretary Desk by Danner
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Discover the timeless elegance of the Antique Tiger Oak Secretary Desk by Danner, featuring
Category

Early 20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Tiger Oak Arts & Crafts Desk or Table
Located in East Hampton, NY
This is a truly special piece with rich wood grain in Tiger Maple. Four sturdy columns with a large
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

French Country Tiger Oak Writing Desk by Henredon
By Henredon
Located in Southampton, NJ
Tiger Oak grains finished on all sides, the desk boasts classic elegance suitable for placement in a
Category

20th Century French Provincial Desks

Materials

Brass

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