Mikado Side Table by Ethnicraft

Mikado Side Table by Ethnicraft The Mikado side table, designed by Alain van Havre, is not simply a smaller version of the Mikado dining table. It's a complete reinterpretation of its larger design and a study of balance and symmetry. Availability: Please inquire with our team about the availability of quick ship items prior to purchase. Stock levels can change frequently. Natural Variations: Wood pieces are unique and may come with natural variations. All in all, the natural characteristics are called “Medullary Rays” as they are the unique cellular structures found in solid wood (especially in White Oak). Type of Cut: These desired characteristics are drawn out by the type of cut which is known as “Quarter-Sawn.” This type of cut is revered for its beauty, strength, and prevention of warping. Enhancements: Light and shade variations will also enhance the beauty. Quarter-sawn oak is “a more structurally sound hardwood than flat-sawn oak. It resists cupping, twisting, warping, moisture penetration, and raised grain. Desirable Features: One of the most sought-after features of quarter-sawn white and red oak is the flecks and the rays that appear on the face of the boards as a result of cutting along the growth rings.