SKYE
Introducing our latest chandelier creation
100 % handmade
exclusive
" a one-off work of art "
Skye Video
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bristol blue glass
Salvaged broken window panes from Madehurst Lodge stables, a splendid Grade II listed Georgian house of grand proportions, located in the village of Madehurst on the southern slopes of the South Downs National Park - England. Believed to have been built in the 1770s. - Presently being converted to one of the "Pig" chain hotels where I worked for 14 months.
The glass flowers are fused and slumped in a homemade African kiln - during the heating process I manipulate the glass further to achieve these unique shapes and differing intensities of colour - it’s taken years to master.
conceptualization
We designed and made similar wrought-iron Chandeliers and Lamps in South Africa 1992 - 2005
This is a first for us- Branches and leaves made from Copper, aged to natural Verdigris
Metal and Brass Flower Lamp holders coated with Moroccan Pewter
Glass from the 1700’s
All fixings and details - Copper Wire
Most materials are timeously salvaged from demolished buildings, then recycled from , windows and doors,
floor boards, roof trusses, old electrical wire, air conditioners and geysers.
We previously, and most makers of Luminaires position the light source within a ‘ shade ‘, be it made of glass or a type of fabric.
Skye’s light source is external and of the spotlight type - capsules can also be used .
Hence the light shines through, and reflects off the glass
Skye offers 16 x glass shapes to view.
Focusing on only one as an example, walking past / under the chandelier - the glass and light source line of view alter continually as one moves, ( it’s not stagnant ) it’s alive
The glass colour will also change as one continues to move ones viewing angle - from sharp whites, lighter blues, aquas,
to deep intense Cobalt blues - irrespective of the colour, even natural glass ….this effect exists.
It captures attention, is effective, interesting, filled with hues and tones, the combination of copper, touches of natural verdigris, pewter, coloured glass are emotionally reflective….then one adjusts the dimmer to suit the required ambiance….Havanas, Rioja, a whiter shade of pale.
Interestingly Crystal Chandeliers were initially positioned in natural sunlight, a similar effect was achieved due to the Earths rotation.
This is what makes Skye - besides the craftmanship and creativity - unique.
One can also position the glass elements to personal choice, and slightly twist / alter light sources.
Even replace the glass elements from our future ranges to be made shortly.
Warm colours for winter, Cooler ones for Summer.
Clear glass, naturally Aquas - absolutely stunningly fresh in sea-side settings……………….I know!
( I assisted building several upmarket holiday homes for international clients when living in the coastal village / town of Knysna - Garden Route- Cape Province - South Africa. )
“ a work of art “
As a 15 year-old scholar, I chose art while my mates did woodwork - yes, I followed the sissy girls and ladies, though I played first team rugby, repaired and road motorcycles with the best of the boys.
I followed all my passions….ART and the creative lifestyle was centered from an early age.
I thoroughly enjoyed making ‘Skye’
Hitting the sack at 2am, then waking at 4am….and continuing.
It was made on the ‘ fly ‘ , no sketches, just vision and feel,
all the stored images were becoming reality - THE BEST
The pics come close…. but not really.
This is the Top Chandelier I have made to date - and I’ve made a few in the past, scattered around the globe today.
After an 8 year sabbatical, not having a workshop, we had ventured to the U.K. as a small family,everything was in storage. I nearly donated the Kiln at one stage to a
Special Needs School.
I have taken the opportunity to pick up the ‘tools’ again,so to speak.
I plan to make different coloured sets of glass to marry the seasons.
Cool colours for the warmer months
Warmer Colours for the cold season
Or a multitude of colour
Going to have some fun for sure
Skye 2, 3, 4……..
and they will always have a touch of AFRICA my birth continent, refined England where we now live, hopefully Spain one fine day.
Kgalagadi - land of thirst - Tango Ambre - Salla Gashle
Specifications
Compliance
Shipping
Height 1050 mm
Top Width 850 mm
Bottom Width 350 mm
16 x Bristol Blue Glass ( from 1700s ) ‘Jewels ‘ -
4 x large full Blooms, 6 x Blossoms and 6 x Buds
8 x GU4 Lamp-holders, housed in specially turned brass nuggets, surrounded by individual sets of metal petals coated in Moroccan-pewter with Gold guilders highlights.
Supported on Copper / Pewter leaves.
All frame Copper tube branches are internally reinforced, brush melted with Pewter…allowed to age naturally to Verdigris
( One can remove the Verdigris to expose the copper - by rubbing lightly with fine steel wool )
A Copper linked chain can be made on request, which can also
be made to house the transformer / driver unit if need be.
( normally stationed in ceilings or DB Boards )
This is a universal 12 volt system
Neutral is the Copper frame
Live is the single wire, running neatly through tiny frame eyelets
Earth is required only to transformer / driver
We prefer using MR11 dichroic bulbs, due mainly to the
interesting reverse reflective quality
2 x 35watt, 4 x 20 watt and 2 x 10 watt = 170 watt
( max would be 400 watt - this is overkill though )
LED’s are an alternative
We strongly suggest a dimmer is utilised.
The Luminaire complies with our registered certification
SABS 1464-1
SABS IEC 598-1
We offer a personal delivery service within a 50 mile radius of Cranleigh UK
( not crated )
International Shipment - the Chandelier will be crated
We have shipped many Luminaires World Wide without breakages in the past. This standard will be maintained.
( It’s done 100% by hand with utmost care )
A straight forward, easy, assembly guide will be included
Skye is not complicated
general
Glass element positions are marked at eyelet holders. 2 marks positioned close together = a 5, those far apart = a 1
An indication of the quality utilised, very little can rust, or requires painting.
It's NOT an Earth....low voltage system
Pricing
We have not sold our Luminaires to the Market for several years.
( Predominantly to traders and professionals )
Hence we are Selling to the Open Market to attain future relative market value.
We are therefore considering all offers, open to discussion and negotiation.
Suggested Retail £ 4 000 - £ 5 000
Estimated Wholesale £ 2 000 - £ 3 000
Please note we are presently not G.S.T. / V.A.T. registered.
Regards, and Thanks for taking a look - Henri