Crescent Ember – Horseshoe Cut Lamp Base

Carved from a solid tree cross-section, Crescent Ember cradles a bulb at its heart—warm arcs of light held inside a crescent of living grain. The inner curve is hand-smoothed to glow; the outer edge keeps its natural bark line, so light meets wood in a quiet, sculptural embrace.

Key Features

• One-of-a-kind creation — never reproduced
• Crescent (horseshoe) cut from a single tree cross-section
• Dimensions: H 27 cm × L 26 cm × W 9.7 cm
• Weight: 1.7 kg (stable, grounded base)
• Hand-rubbed natural oil finish — no varnishes or synthetics
• Discreet hardware keeps the focus on wood and light
• Signed with the Arbor Design metallic emblem of authenticity

Where It Comes From

Cut and shaped from a log found along the shores of Lake Constance, the form follows what the wood offered: a natural crescent opened at the center to hold light. Edges are eased, grain sealed with oil, and the base squared for balance—then the making stops before the story is overworked.

Why It Matters

Crescent Ember is sunrise held inside old wood—material truth over ornament. It brings a grounded presence to a room: simple geometry, warm light, nothing superfluous.

For Those Who See Beauty in the Untamed

At Arbor Design, every object is a conversation between nature and maker. No two are alike. No process is rushed. Every piece is made once, with intention—and then never again. By day, a sculptural arc; by night, a soft halo around the bulb. Place it on a console, bedside, or shelf when you want a clear gesture that steadies the space.