Kauri Root Tables – Exclusive Natural Shapes with an Artistic Touch

Unique wooden tables with distinctive features

Tables made of rare wood

Kauri root tables are crafted from an exceptionally rare natural material. The imposing root sections, which have grown over thousands of years, allow for large-format tabletops—featuring vibrant textures, organic lines, and a depth rarely found in any other solid wood. Particularly distinctive are the embedded amber and resin sections, which give each table its unique character. The result is exclusive tables with an impressive presence and the aura of works of art.

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Exclusive Kauri root table featuring a solid-slab tabletop with amber and a natural, organic edge—a truly unique dining table — A burl table made of rare kauri wood, featuring a natural grain, organic lines, and areas of embedded amber

Large-format root tables made from a single piece

Kauri burl wood allows for large-format tabletops made from a single piece, a feat rarely achievable at this scale. Its natural grain creates texture, depth, and organic contours. The result is not a manufactured surface, but a distinctive table with a unique character and strong presence.

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Large Kauri burl wood table with an exceptional solid-slab tabletop, perfect as an exclusive dining table or conference table for prestigious spaces — Large dining table (2.40 x 1.40 m) crafted from a single piece of Kauri burl wood, featuring a textured surface and striking natural grain patterns.

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Amber, bark fragments, and natural openings

A distinctive feature of many kauri root tables is the naturally embedded golden amber sections, patches of bark, and natural openings. Together, they create a surface with depth, light, and a vibrant texture. These features are carefully stabilized and finished to preserve their original character, ensuring the table can be reliably used as a sturdy dining table in everyday life.

Amber in the table

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Detail of a kauri burl table featuring gold-colored amber and the natural bark texture of a unique dining table — Close-up of a burl wood table featuring golden amber, natural cracks, and an inlaid bark pattern

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Large formats available upon request

In rare cases, exceptionally large tabletops are available upon request. Especially for projects featuring prestigious dining areas or spacious conference rooms, Kauri burl wood offers table solutions that far exceed the ordinary in both size and character. The strength of subfossil Kauri wood lies in the extraordinary dimensions that can be achieved from this natural material.

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Large Kauri table with an exceptional solid wood tabletop, perfect as an exclusive dining table, a stately conference table, or a unique work of art — An exceptionally long kauri root table, perfect as a unique dining table for spacious dining areas or large conference rooms.

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A sculptural presence that bridges the gap between furniture and an unconventional art object

The organic form of kauri root wood gives every table a distinctive presence. Natural openings, amber-colored areas, and natural grain patterns make each piece a one-of-a-kind creation that transcends mere functionality and is perceived as a standalone work of design and art. The result is striking tables that exude a powerful aura, tranquility, and depth.

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The unique tabletop of an exclusive burl wood table serves as both a distinctive dining table and a design and art object with a sculptural, natural form — The tabletop of a burl wood table, featuring an organic shape, natural openings, and a striking presence in the room.

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Handcrafted and built to last

Solid kauri burl wood, with its archaic structure featuring loose and brittle areas, requires a great deal of manual labor and a keen understanding of the material. The unique character of kauri burl wood is only achieved through precise craftsmanship, proper drying, a smooth surface, and dimensional stability. The root table not only impresses with its character, but also remains reliable and easy to care for in everyday use.

More about machining and surface quality

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Master carpenter Beaupoil crafting a table top made of kauri burl wood for an exclusive, handcrafted solid wood table — Careful hand-carving of every detail of a burl wood tabletop

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An Overview of Root Tables

A selection of root tables I crafted for clients. Each piece is one-of-a-kind, with its own shape, character, and story:

Unique burl table with amber and bark-like texture

Unique number

171

A striking burl table featuring golden amber tones, a natural bark-like texture, and a surface with a vibrant depth. Click below to see more photos and details of this unique solid wood table.

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Luxury table with a distinctive material finish

Unique number

123

This table combines rare kauri burl wood, amber, and precise craftsmanship to create an exclusive designer dining table. A one-of-a-kind piece with a clear provenance, it combines a striking presence, superior material quality, and lasting value.

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Solid wood table as an investment, with documentation

Unique number

114

The Kauri natural wood table combines rare, millennia-old material, natural features such as amber, and a documented provenance to create a tangible asset. A one-of-a-kind, handcrafted piece that combines functionality, superior material quality, and lasting value.

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