OctopusⅠ
Jul 2023
This candlestick draws inspiration from the mysterious and captivating world of marine life. Shaped by the irregular forms of strange and otherworldly sea creatures, the piece captures the wild elegance and organic chaos found beneath the waves. The silhouette is intentionally asymmetrical, echoing the fluid, unpredictable structures of underwater organisms—neither fully abstract nor entirely figurative.
Crafted in silver, the surface reflects light in delicate waves, while natural pearls are embedded as luminous accents. These pearls, much like ocean treasures hidden in coral reefs, glisten gently in the candlelight's glow. Light and shadow play across the undulating silver form when the flame is lit, creating a shifting, almost breathing effect, mirroring how light filters through the sea’s surface and dances along the seabed.
In the quiet flicker of the candle, the pearls come alive—shimmering with a soft, ethereal glow that evokes moonlight on water. The interplay of silver, pearl, and flame creates a moment of stillness and reflection, inviting the viewer to pause and connect with the deep, silent beauty of the ocean.
This piece is a functional object and a meditation on the intimate relationship between nature, light, and form. It is a tribute to the hidden wonders of marine life and the subtle magic of light’s interaction with material.
Materials: Silver / Baroque Pearls / Candle