The table
Setting the mood
Chapter II
Precious Woods
Burl turns each handle into a small landscape of eyes, curls and depth.
The surfaces are recognised by dense figure rather than straight grain: circular movement, clustered eyes, ripples and dramatic changes of direction.
About the seriesPrecious Woods, considered for the table
Precious Woods celebrates highly figured burl and the concentrated patterns created by natural growth. Clustered eyes, curls, ripples and changing grain direction give the handles unusual depth and movement. The matte steel finish creates a calm frame around the intricate wood, allowing every natural detail to remain visible.
Each piece is handcrafted and finished in Laguiole, France, where the handle, steel and characteristic Laguiole details are assembled by skilled artisans.
The pieces are prepared after the order is confirmed. The expected production and delivery time is approximately four weeks.
Each piece is handcrafted and finished in Laguiole, France, where the handle, steel and characteristic Laguiole details are assembled by skilled artisans.
The pieces are prepared after the order is confirmed. The expected production and delivery time is approximately four weeks.
Table stories
Laguiole en Aubrac
Made by Artisans in France
The ritual
How the cutlery looks in use
Series guide
Questions about Precious Woods
What defines the Laguiole en Aubrac Precious Woods collection?
Precious Woods celebrates highly figured burl and the concentrated patterns created by natural growth. Clustered eyes, curls, ripples and changing grain direction give the handles unusual depth and movement. The matte steel finish creates a calm frame around the intricate wood, allowing every natural detail to remain visible.
What visual character does the Precious Woods collection bring to the table?
The surfaces are recognised by dense figure rather than straight grain: circular movement, clustered eyes, ripples and dramatic changes of direction.
What makes the Precious Woods collection distinctive?
The collection is distinguished by concentrated burl figure, turning each handle into a small and unrepeatable natural composition.
How does the matte steel finish complement the natural handles?
The matte stainless-steel bolsters frame the handle with a quiet silver line, while the matte steel finish softens reflections and allows the natural material to remain the visual focus.
Will the natural handles vary from the photographs?
Yes. Colour, grain, texture, layering and natural markings vary from piece to piece. These differences are part of the material’s character and make every handle individual.