candle-man assumes meditative shape

meditating candle-man projects calm in infinitely customizable piece
all images courtesy of AND

taking its shape from an individual engaged in meditative practice, ‘candle-man’ by korean design studio AND projects a sense of calm in sculptural form.  one can customize the candle to suit their personality through altering its shape or color composition.  each piece is constructed via a complex grafting process and composed of soy and paraffin wax.

detail of the wax running down the human form, highlighting the passage of time

the different phases of a candle melting

a close up of the side reveals the detail and high finish of the work

a front view shows the upturned palms of the piece which project serenity to the surround space

the composition presents flowing forms seamlessly transitioning into the shape of a candle 

many candles arranged into a triangular formation

by employing a cutting tool, one can customize the item

marker can add levity

each candle comes individually wrapped

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edited by: trevor reed | designboom