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The 30cm empire lamp shade features hand-marbled paper crafted through a centuries-old technique, where paints and oils are dropped onto thickened water, then raked and stretched to form each unique pattern. The paper is carefully laid onto the surface, imprinted, and dried, ensuring no two shades are ever identical. Its bold red tanaro marbling creates a striking visual effect, while the empire silhouette provides a structured, classic form. Note that the smaller surface area of this shade results in two visible seams as part of the handmade construction.
The marbling of paper is a craft that dates back hundreds of years, and it is fascinating to watch. Paints and oils are carefully dropped onto a thickened water, and are then raked and stretched to create the pattern. The paper is then slowly laid on top and once imprinted removed from the liquid and dried. No two pieces of paper can ever be the same. We are thrilled with these patterns - bold and brilliant. Please note that due to the smaller surface area required to create this effect, this shade will have two seams.
