Concept
These candle holders represent a reinterpretation of Slavic mythology through contemporary object design.I was fascinated by how the images of creatures from folklore could take on a new form in familiar interior objects. This led to the idea for a collection dedicated to: {The Rusalka, Baba Yaga, and the Domovoy}.Their character is conveyed through the plasticity, silhouettes, textures, and glaze color. Each candle holder becomes an independent decorative object where traditional folklore motifs receive a modern reading.
Parameters
Material: Ceramic clay.The body is voluminous and of an organic shape, featuring a central opening for candle insertion. Decorative elements are integrated into the piece’s composition, shaping the unique silhouette of each candlestick.Surface: Glazed, with a glossy sheen and expressive color transitions.Decoration: Relief elements that imitate natural forms, and decorative beads evoking mythological beings from Slavic folklore.
10 cm (4 cm opening) x 7 cm
How can this be made?
a) The main body of the piece, featuring a characteristic rounded silhouette and a candle holder aperture, is formed. Decorative elements are then added by hand.
b) The pieces are dried until all moisture has evaporated and undergo the first firing. After this, a glaze is applied to the surface. Each character receives a unique color combination that conveys their personality and image.
c) The glaze firing locks the coating in place and lends a shine to the surface.
