Pimple Tree Slabs
The Pimple Tree is estimated to be ~200+ years old (from the diameter of the tree) & the
exact location where it grew is a mystery. It is unknown how long ago the tree came down
& therefore the actual age of the timber is even greater. The tree lay on the river flats on
the far side of Hurdle Creek and was subjected to, and moved around by flood waters
before being rescued in 2014. It was then expertly milled to create uniquely shaped slabs
ready to begin a new life accentuating their true natural beauty in unique pieces of
bespoke furniture.
Pimpling refers to the coral-like protrusions on the outer bark of the tree & is highly prized
for the unique circular patterning it creates throughout the inner timber. Our Artisans also
highly prize the outer bark for its true uniquity & beauty & therefore keep it intact on our
creations, adding a new dimension of character & individuality to each piece.
Potential one-off creations include: Bar/Bench/Counter/Desk tops, Bench seats,
Side/Entrance/Hall/Coffee/Occasional tables or joined together for Indoor/Outdoor Dining table.
The funky spanner ends can be cut off & used to make very funky
Occasional/Lamp/Display/Side tables.
The natural grains and astonishing range of colours, due to age and exposure to the elements
are exceptional. No two are alike, making each sustainably produced piece of furniture a truly
unique, one-off, with zero impact on the environment.
Slabs from this tree include:
Length Width Thickness Milled June 2014
Mirror Map of Victoria 1400mm 500mm 130mm – CREATED –
Available for purchase
Spanner Ended Slabs x 2 2800mm 650mm 80mm
Non Spanner End x 1 2800mm 650mm 80mm
X 1 2800mm 600mm 200mm
X 1 2800mm 650mm 230mm
Coral Slabs x 2 1400mm 700mm 70mm (1 with cracks to be filled
or retained) with outer bark of tree
The Mirror Map of Victoria Table
This stunning table has been lovingly hand tooled to realize the full
potential of the beautiful timber, by Artisan Geoff Simpson & team who
love to create a fusion with timber and recycled metal resulting in unique
pieces filled with history, character & life. The stand has been repurposed
from vintage horse drawn equipment. Specifically the legs from the Tines of
Scarifier Plough circa 1950’s & the brackets from a Chisel Plough circa 1950’s.
The Tines are resting on solid Red Gum Slabs, held insitu by iron horse shoe
nails circa 1950’s. This unique piece of living art can be yours at $1,650.