Description
Premium Coolibah Burl (Eucalyptus coolabah) – Investment Grade Natural Art
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Dimensions: 770mm length x 850mm width x 40mm thickness
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Massive Live Edge Burl Formation with Bark Inclusions
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Rich Reddish-Brown Colors with Natural Voids & Character
This extraordinary coolibah burl slab represents one of nature’s most spectacular creations – showcasing the incredible density, hardness, and beauty that has made coolibah legendary as one of the world’s strongest timbers. The rich orangish-pink to reddish-brown heartwood displays the mesmerizing swirling grain patterns and natural voids that make each burl piece a unique work of natural art.
World-Class Features:
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Extreme Hardness – Janka rating of 3,730 lbf,
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Ultra-Dense – 1,130 kg/m³ density, heavier than most metals
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Cultural Icon – From the famous coolibah tree featured in “Waltzing Matilda”
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Natural Artwork – Spectacular burl patterns with swirls, eyes, and natural character
Investment Applications:
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Statement furniture centerpieces
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Artistic sculptures and carvings
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High-end turned objects and bowls
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Collector display pieces
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Executive desk or conference table
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Resin art projects with natural voids
The Coolibah Legend:
Immortalized in Australia’s unofficial national anthem “Waltzing Matilda,” the coolibah tree grows in the harshest outback conditions along seasonal flood plains. These extreme growing conditions create the extraordinary density and strength that makes coolibah timber legendary. This burl formation represents decades of stress-induced growth creating the spectacular patterns you see.
Technical Supremacy:
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Exceptional Durability – Naturally resistant to decay, termites, and weathering
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Unique Burl Formation – Two types: resin burl and bird’s eye burl, this shows characteristics of both
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Premium Finish – Polishes to an incredible lustrous surface highlighting natural patterns
Sustainability Story:
Coolibah burls can be harvested without harming the tree, making this an environmentally responsible choice. The slow growth in harsh outback conditions means each burl represents many decades of natural formation.
Collection available from Mulgrave, NSW – A rare opportunity to own a piece of Australia’s living legend in timber form.
This listing is for one unique slab only. Each piece is one-of-a-kind and cannot be replicated once sold. Browse our extensive slab collection or contact us to explore alternative options that suit your project needs
