Momigami Paper Birch Lamp
To achieve this terracotta pink, the paper is naturally dyed using the bark of the birch tree. This process involves sustainably harvesting the bark, which is then boiled. The birch tree has a rich history in both practical use and folklore, symbolizing renewal and purification in many cultures. Known for its resilience, it is often the first to regrow after a forest is cleared or burned. In Celtic mythology, the birch tree is linked to the festival of Samhain, marking the end of the harvest and the start of winter. Birch rods were used in purification rituals to dispel the old year's spirits and make way for new beginnings. This sustainable practice not only connects us to nature but also honors the traditions and wisdom of those who came before us.
In Japanese, the term "momigami" translates to "kneaded paper," a technique that transforms ordinary paper into a resilient and much stronger material through the application of Devil's tongue root and hand kneading. This wrinkled, crumpled texture created by the momigami technique adds a unique tactibility, almost resembling leather. In Japan and Korea, paper is viewed very differently than it is seen in the west - not as a disposable and fragile material but as a highly useful one, often used for clothing called kamiko, a slowly fading art form.
The paper used for this technique is handmade Japanese Kozo, from sustainably harvested mulberry bark, which does not require killing the plant to harvest. This quality allows the light to perfectly diffuse through , surrounding the structure in a soft glow that hides the light source within. The frame, is made of blackened steel which is hand bent and welded to create a shape that allows light through both the shade and base, a feature that sets this lamp apart from others.
The lamps are handmade in all respects. Of course, due to their handmade and artisan nature, slight differences in symmetry, colour and texture will appear but this only adds to their unique qualities... no two lamps will ever be the same, each one will be beautifully different!
55cm tall, 36cm wide at shade, 17cm wide at base
To achieve this terracotta pink, the paper is naturally dyed using the bark of the birch tree. This process involves sustainably harvesting the bark, which is then boiled. The birch tree has a rich history in both practical use and folklore, symbolizing renewal and purification in many cultures. Known for its resilience, it is often the first to regrow after a forest is cleared or burned. In Celtic mythology, the birch tree is linked to the festival of Samhain, marking the end of the harvest and the start of winter. Birch rods were used in purification rituals to dispel the old year's spirits and make way for new beginnings. This sustainable practice not only connects us to nature but also honors the traditions and wisdom of those who came before us.
In Japanese, the term "momigami" translates to "kneaded paper," a technique that transforms ordinary paper into a resilient and much stronger material through the application of Devil's tongue root and hand kneading. This wrinkled, crumpled texture created by the momigami technique adds a unique tactibility, almost resembling leather. In Japan and Korea, paper is viewed very differently than it is seen in the west - not as a disposable and fragile material but as a highly useful one, often used for clothing called kamiko, a slowly fading art form.
The paper used for this technique is handmade Japanese Kozo, from sustainably harvested mulberry bark, which does not require killing the plant to harvest. This quality allows the light to perfectly diffuse through , surrounding the structure in a soft glow that hides the light source within. The frame, is made of blackened steel which is hand bent and welded to create a shape that allows light through both the shade and base, a feature that sets this lamp apart from others.
The lamps are handmade in all respects. Of course, due to their handmade and artisan nature, slight differences in symmetry, colour and texture will appear but this only adds to their unique qualities... no two lamps will ever be the same, each one will be beautifully different!
55cm tall, 36cm wide at shade, 17cm wide at base
To achieve this terracotta pink, the paper is naturally dyed using the bark of the birch tree. This process involves sustainably harvesting the bark, which is then boiled. The birch tree has a rich history in both practical use and folklore, symbolizing renewal and purification in many cultures. Known for its resilience, it is often the first to regrow after a forest is cleared or burned. In Celtic mythology, the birch tree is linked to the festival of Samhain, marking the end of the harvest and the start of winter. Birch rods were used in purification rituals to dispel the old year's spirits and make way for new beginnings. This sustainable practice not only connects us to nature but also honors the traditions and wisdom of those who came before us.
In Japanese, the term "momigami" translates to "kneaded paper," a technique that transforms ordinary paper into a resilient and much stronger material through the application of Devil's tongue root and hand kneading. This wrinkled, crumpled texture created by the momigami technique adds a unique tactibility, almost resembling leather. In Japan and Korea, paper is viewed very differently than it is seen in the west - not as a disposable and fragile material but as a highly useful one, often used for clothing called kamiko, a slowly fading art form.
The paper used for this technique is handmade Japanese Kozo, from sustainably harvested mulberry bark, which does not require killing the plant to harvest. This quality allows the light to perfectly diffuse through , surrounding the structure in a soft glow that hides the light source within. The frame, is made of blackened steel which is hand bent and welded to create a shape that allows light through both the shade and base, a feature that sets this lamp apart from others.
The lamps are handmade in all respects. Of course, due to their handmade and artisan nature, slight differences in symmetry, colour and texture will appear but this only adds to their unique qualities... no two lamps will ever be the same, each one will be beautifully different!
55cm tall, 36cm wide at shade, 17cm wide at base