For ICEWOOD, provenance begins with the material itself. Ancient Kauri is approached with care for its origin, recovery history, and individual character.
Recorded at recovery
Excavated logs are recorded with a New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries milling statement number, including recovery date and location. This establishes a documented point of origin for the material.
Identified through milling
During milling, each slab receives a unique serial number and is registered in the Ancient Kauri archive. The record connects origin, processing, and material identity.
Selected for each project
For project-specific documentation, material selection can be checked against its archive record, original log number, and milling statement. Each piece is chosen for its individual grain, figure, scale, and presence.
Discover the material
Read What Is Ancient Kauri?, explore Ancient Wood, or view ICEWOOD collections.