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A Huanghuali table I recently bought is missing one spandrel. Anyone know where I can buy a 10" x 5" x 1/2" thick plank of Huanghuali? I'd like to recarve the missing piece. Thanks!

I've included a few pics just in case this helps with finding a similar color huanghuali plank.

Again, I'd really appreciate if someone can direct me to where I can purchase a small plank that can be carved as a replacement spandrel.

Thanks for the help!

the problem you will find is that even if you do get a piece of huali wood, it will need to oxidise with the atmosphere for hundreds of years to get the right patina.
On the other hand if it's just the spandrel, I would reccomend you use a generic that has a similar colour and grain structure throughout the body of the raw material. Dalbergia cochenisis is one option.
Bear in mind the wood is very different to huali wood, which is a dark wood until it becomes bleeched by sunlight and exposure to the elements.
You would be well advised to use a restorer who really understands the Chinese hardwoods.
Anyhow
Timberline in Tonbridge Wells (UK) have a collection of vintage D. cochenisis for sale.
I hope this helps, and good luck

Thanks. It's a small enough piece that a substitute wood would,not detract or draw attention.

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