OAK Petrified Wood
Petrified Wood
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Petrified wood is fossilized ancient plant matter, dating back tens of millions to hundreds of millions of years. Much of it originates from the Mesozoic Era (approximately 250 million to 66 million years ago) and the early Cenozoic Era (approximately 66 million to a few million years ago), serving as a crucial academic clue to understanding those periods. The plants of that era differed from those existing today, primarily consisting of giant ferns, ginkgoes, and cycads, among other gymnosperms.
When a fallen tree is rapidly buried by sediment or volcanic ash, decomposition is slowed in an oxygen-deprived environment. During this time, groundwater seeps into the wood, and minerals such as silicon dioxide (silica) within the water are deposited into each cell. Over time, the organic matter of the wood is completely lost, replaced entirely by minerals that precisely replicate the wood's original structure. This process results in the creation of "petrified wood," which outwardly appears as wood but is entirely stone on the inside.
No two pieces are exactly alike
Typically, the formation of petrified wood requires millions to tens of millions of years. Subsequently, it is brought to the surface by crustal movements or erosion, or exposed as surface sediments are worn away, allowing us to see it. Famous sites include Petrified Forest National Park in Arizona, USA, as well as Madagascar, Argentina, and China.
Its greatest appeal lies in its mysterious patterns. The colors are incredibly complex, varying with the mineral composition, and no two magical patterns are ever the same. Upon closer inspection, faint tree rings can be seen, and contemplating the landscape where the tree once grew makes it endlessly fascinating. Depending on the mineral components, petrified wood can display various hues such as red, yellow, blue, and purple, conveying traces of ancient life to the present day.
The Appeal of OAK
OAK Petrified Wood is Japan's first specialty store for petrified wood interior items. From large furniture pieces like coffee tables and stools to smaller items such as bookends and trays, we offer carefully selected pieces from their origins. Despite their light appearance, you'll be surprised by their actual weight when you pick them up. While they might initially give off a natural wood vibe, they also possess the cool, inorganic presence of marble, creating a unique aesthetic that is distinct to petrified wood. They provide an organic accent to simple spaces and pair well with luxurious textures and materials, which is why they have gained attention as interior decor in Europe over the last decade. With the concept of "Unearth the Beauty Buried in Time. (Discovering beauty buried in time and offering new choices for modern living spaces)," OAK Petrified Wood truly radiates an appeal that aligns with both contemporary trends and spatial aesthetics.
