Barrel Ombre / Handmade Clay Beaded Chandelier

$895.00

Statement clay beaded lighting, that can be suspended as a single, or in a cluster for maximum impact.

The klaylife Barrel Pendant, designed in collaboration with Melbourne based interiors stylist Jacqui Moore of Moore Concepts has been specially created for those who don’t have an enormous space but still want pendant lighting that packs a punch.

Each clay bead is hand rolled, kiln fired, then dip dyed before being individually strung onto a wrought iron frame and available in a range of colors, including our signature ombre.

Handmade in Africa by a beautiful community in Kwazulu Natal.

Minimal design, clean and simple.
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STORY

Introducing klaylife – clay beaded lighting and jewellery, proudly hand crafted by the women of South Africa.

Unlike so many products that come off the factory line, ours have a human story. They’re lovingly created by a community of women in Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa*.

Drawing on African heritage and craftsmanship, each clay bead is hand rolled using raw clay. They are then sun dried, kiln fired and dip-dyed and in the case of our lights, masterfully strung onto its unique iron frame. This hand made process ensures that no two pieces will ever be the same.

Initially, our clay beaded pieces were crafted by local women whose lives had been impacted by HIV and so desperately needed an income to support their families. Over time, as popularity grew, more and more women with differing circumstances approached us for work. As a result the criteria has been broadened to any local woman who is prepared to put in the effort to create something special.

In 2012, 8 ladies were permanently employed. There are now over 65 dedicated women rolling beads and creating their own masterpiece. More importantly, they’re making a difference to their local community.

Today our contemporary chandeliers can be found lighting up some of the most gorgeous homes, hotels, restaurants and reception centres around the world.

klaylife is run by a South African family now based in Melbourne, Australia.

Details

  • PRODUCTION TYPE: Handmade, One of a Kind
  • PRODUCTION TIME: 2-12 weeks
  • MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES: Beaded Clay
  • DIMENSIONS (approx) :
    H 13.78 in. x Dm 7.88 in. / H 35 cm x Dm 20 cm
    DIAMETER : 7.88 in. (20 cm)
  • Colour: We can custom-make any colour you like.
    See colour swatch in gallery
  • Origin: Africa / Australia