{"product_id":"african-mahogany-core-cross","title":"African Mahogany Core Cross","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis handcrafted layered cross is built from multiple hardwoods, creating depth, contrast, and a distinct visual presence. Each piece is made by hand, with attention to how the materials work together as a whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCross: African Mahogany\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCore: African Mahogany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLayer 1: Curly Maple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLayer 2: Red Oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLayer 3: Walnut\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOuter Layer: Bocote\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Story in the Wood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe core of this cross is African Mahogany, a hardwood long associated with fine furniture and enduring craftsmanship. Known for its strength and stability, it carries a rich tone that deepens over time, moving from a softer hue when freshly cut into a darker, more refined red-brown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eAfrican Mahogany was chosen for the core because of that character. It brings a sense of permanence to the piece—something steady, grounded, and meant to last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eFrom there, the core is wrapped in successive layers of Curly Maple, Red Oak, Walnut, and finally capped with Bocote. The Maple and Red Oak introduce moments of contrast, but the overall composition remains anchored in deeper tones. Walnut builds on the richness of the core, while the Bocote adds a darker, more active outer edge that completes the structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis is one of the more substantial pieces in the collection, where the materials come together to create a cross defined by depth, balance, and a quiet sense of strength.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchborne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52204289327385,"sku":"BRN-CROSS-AFMAH","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/2069\/9929\/files\/DSC5162_fullres_17195a8e-e5bf-47e0-8fbf-c6c483dcab6b.png?v=1775717046","url":"https:\/\/benchborne.com\/products\/african-mahogany-core-cross","provider":"Benchborne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}