Barbara II Candleholder by Lincoln Kayiwa for Kayiwa

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While for centuries marble has been the medium of classical sculptors, even an enduring and timeless art form like sculpture … Read more While for centuries marble has been the medium of classical sculptors, even an enduring and timeless art form like sculpture can use an update. KAYIWA brings sculptural design into a new era with its latest granite collection.

Granite is one of the most durable, naturally occurring stones. While mainly used in architecture and art, it is ideal for surfaces that see a great deal of use, such as counter tops. In creating these avant-garde objects for living that experiment with form and aesthetic, Lincoln Kayiwa combines traditional handcraft with mechanization to create a line of timeless products – from mortar and pestle to furniture – exclusively out of a selection of rare Finnish granite types, such as Amadeus, Brown Hill, Moss Granite and Lappia Green. The collection pays tribute to the Finnish centenary, as granite is the national stone.

The silhouettes throughout the granite collection are a play on geometry, proportion and precision, with contrasts of various shades and types of polished and honed granite.

This art-meets-function creation, with a minimalist, modern-design sensibility, is intended to last for years of use and enjoyment. Each item is a numbered limited edition piece, which means that every single one is a completely unique work of art.

The Barbara II Candleholder is an artistic work in progress, with accumulating wax drippings lending an icing effect. Just like cake, it crumbles. It may chip along the edges over time in a natural process that contributes to its beauty but does not diminish its usefulness. It can be used as a whole or by the slice. Imprinted by Maker See less