Our alabaster is a result of millions of years of natural formation in Northern Italy.
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The abundant natural deposits in the region are globally recognized for their exceptional qualities, including compactness, transparency, intricate veins, and exceptional hardness. ​​
ALABASTER
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STONE
AS RECORD
Guided by the hands of skilled master artisans, each piece is meticulously turned from solid stone, revealing a flawlessly pure, white translucency complemented by subtle brown accents.
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The distinct pattern on each light fixture is shaped by the inherent qualities of the stone itself, brought to life through the expert use of traditional stone-carving techniques with roots dating back to 1895. ​ The pattern is record of its 6 million year journey to you. Impossible to predict.
There is an unparalleled beauty of the process of our stone-cutting artisan who prepares the pieces for the second artisan who continues the stone-carving by hand until its final form.
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Our artistans perpetuate centuries-old traditions that lie at the core of their legacy, drive by a ferver for craftsmanship that spans generations.
For centuries the Italian industry was predominantly men. Women were confined to only polish the final stonework. This was true until the 1980s. Today, female artisans are at the forefront and work in all aspects of our Italian alabaster fabrication.
Our fascination with alabaster grew as we uncovered its roots in ancient civilizations like the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. These cultures employed alabaster to craft a diverse range of items – from jars and bowls to vases.
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In the Renaissance era, alabaster retained its significance for sculpting and ornamental pieces. Distinguished Italian sculptors like Michelangelo and Bernini utilized alabaster to create stunning sculptures, highlighting the mineral’s captivating translucent quality. The depth in the alabaster permeates its surroundings with an ethereal intensity.
What makes our alabaster truly distinct, is that we retain the natural qualities of the stone. Using only natural materials like wax when finishing.
Each alabastro sample is handmade for our clients.
SIGNATURE
FINISHES
Our metal finishes are a celebration of the refined, unparalleled attention of our master finishers in Italy.
Each finish can only be achieved through intricacy, nuance, passion and generations of practice.
A commitment to craft.
Each chain link, shade, screw and canopy was created many years ago sitting at a table in Tuscany along slide our artistans. These small parts are not stock, sourced from a catalogue, but each handmade and slowly finished by hand with the utmost attention and intention. This process can not be rushed and takes several slow methodical rounds until we get the desired tone. ​
METAL FINISHES
Blackened Brass
Brushed Brass
Brushed Nickel
Guided by the hands of skilled master stone artisans, each piece is meticulously turned from solid European stone, revealing a flawlessly pure, white translucency complemented by subtle brown accents.​
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