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HERITAGE COLLECTION
THE MONARCH
Black Walnut · End Grain
$220
Understated by design, The Monarch allows Black Walnut to take centre stage. Its square proportions, deep chocolate colouring and subtle end-grain movement create a board that feels substantial without being ornate. Built at a generous 1½" thick, it's a compact butcher-block-style cutting surface made for years of everyday use.
Wood
Construction
Black Walnut
Dimensions
End Grain
Origin
12½" × 12½" × 1½"
Locally source from Palgrave, Ontario
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THE STORY
The Monarch is an exercise in restraint. Crafted entirely from Black Walnut, it relies not on contrasting species or intricate pattern, but on the quiet variation of the wood itself. Deep chocolate tones move subtly across its square surface, revealing the growth and character contained within each end-grain block.
Its generous 1½" thickness and balanced 12½" square proportions give The Monarch the presence of a traditional butcher block in a form suited to the contemporary kitchen. The end-grain construction provides a resilient, knife-friendly surface while allowing the walnut to remain the singular visual focus.
The Monarch reflects a simple belief at the heart of Rose Studio: exceptional material does not need to be overdesigned. It is substantial, purposeful and quietly confident—a board intended to become more beautiful through years of honest use.
DETAILS
- Wood: Black Walnut
- Construction: End Grain
- Dimensions: 12½" × 12½" × 1½"
- Origin: Locally sourced from Palgrave, Ontario
- Best For: Everyday preparation and compact workspaces
- Features: Deep Walnut tones, subtle grain and balanced square proportions
CARE
- Hand wash only
- Never soak
- Do not place in dishwasher
- Dry upright after washing
- Periodically condition with food-safe board oil or board butter
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The Monarch?
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