Ancient Wood is a broad, descriptive term often used for wood that has been preserved over long periods in natural environments. Its character is shaped by time, place, and the particular conditions in which it has rested.
Ancient Kauri
ICEWOOD works specifically with authenticated Ancient Kauri, a rare material recovered in New Zealand and transformed into sculptural furniture and interior works. Every piece is selected for its individual grain, figure, and presence.
Swamp Kauri
In New Zealand, Ancient Kauri may also be known as Swamp Kauri. The terms describe the same distinctive material in different contexts: Ancient Kauri as ICEWOOD’s principal name, Ancient Wood as the broader international term, and Swamp Kauri as the local usage.
Materials & provenance
Each ICEWOOD work begins with material selected for its individual grain, figure, and structural character. Ancient Kauri is documented as part of each work’s provenance, with details that may vary from piece to piece.
For a closer view of this approach, read about provenance and traceability or explore selected ICEWOOD projects.
Discover the material
Learn more about Ancient Kauri, or explore ICEWOOD collections.