| Medium | : | Glass |
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| Height | : | 114 inch / 289.6 cm |
| Depth | : | 36 inch / 91.4 cm |
| Style | : | Glass Work |
| Year | : | 2026 |
The Shikhara Standing Totem draws its structural inspiration directly from the proportions derived from Indian temples. Beyond its architectural homage, the piece is a physical representation of the Panchamahabhuta — the ancient system of the five elements. As the totem rises from its intricate geometric base, each distinct tier represents Bhumi (Earth), Jala (Water), Agni (Fire), Vayu (Air or Wind), and Akash (Aether), seamlessly melded into a single totem. Extending from this central core are delicate arms that hold luminous spheres crafted from marble texture glass. When illuminated, these spheres bring the towering, elemental structure to life with a grounded, serene glow.
Shikhara Handblown Glass Totem | Glass | H 114 x D 36 inches
The Shikhara Standing Totem draws its structural inspiration directly from the proportions derived from Indian temples. Beyond its architectural homage, the piece is a physical representation of the Panchamahabhuta — the ancient system of the five elements. As the totem rises from its intricate geometric base, each distinct tier represents Bhumi (Earth), Jala (Water), Agni (Fire), Vayu (Air or Wind), and Akash (Aether), seamlessly melded into a single totem. Extending from this central core are delicate arms that hold luminous spheres crafted from marble texture glass. When illuminated, these spheres bring the towering, elemental structure to life with a grounded, serene glow.
The Shikhara Glass Totem Luminaire is a striking fusion of contemporary design and traditional inspiration, drawing from the vertical grandeur of temple shikharas. This sculptural lighting piece is meticulously composed of stacked handblown glass forms in vibrant teal and deep cobalt hues, balanced along a central metallic spine.
Each glass element is uniquely shaped, showcasing the organic fluidity of handblown craftsmanship while creating a rhythmic visual progression. Intersecting the verticality are radial brass arms fitted with globe bulbs, adding a dynamic, constellation-like effect that contrasts beautifully with the smooth glass volumes.
The base features a geometric metal framework with a polished brass finish, lending structural elegance and architectural strength to the piece. When illuminated, the luminaire emits a warm, ambient glow that highlights the transparency and color of the glass while casting subtle reflections.
Perfect as a statement piece for luxury interiors, art galleries, or curated spaces, this artwork transcends functionality — serving as both a light source and a collectible sculptural object that embodies innovation, craftsmanship, and cultural reference.
Many of us spend the majority of our time living and working in different environments lit by artificial light. As a studio we aim to interpret space through the lens of lighting, design fixtures and installations that can capture our imagination and inspire us in these spaces.
Working on both ends of the design spectrum, from single pieces made together with craftsmen to mass produced objects developed in collaboration with the manufacturers; the studio is not defined by a particular style, but rather by questioning objects while considering their context and cultural associations embedded in them.
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