Bronze Architectural Candle

Description

A sculptural Danish stearin candle, handcrafted in Denmark, the Alterlyset candle embodies the essence of Danish design, where function, form, and atmosphere meet in perfect balance.

Originally conceived in 1950 by Jens Andreas Dahl Hansen, founder of Hygge Lys in Copenhagen, this distinctive candle was designed to transcend the traditional. Its elegant, architectural silhouette allows it to stand confidently on both table and floor, blurring the line between object and light source. The result is a timeless piece that feels as relevant today as it did at its inception.

Still produced in Denmark by the fourth generation of the Hansen family, each candle reflects a legacy of craftsmanship. Cast and finished by hand, no two pieces are entirely identical.

Key Features

• Handmade sculptural candle from Denmark
• 100% vegetable stearin (RSPO-certified palm oil)
• Pure cotton wick for clean, stable burn
• Allergy-friendly and low smoke
• Suitable for table or floor use
• Natural colour finish
• Long, even burn time

Details

Size W 39 x H 360MM
Burning time 36 hours

Ingredients

Made from 100% vegetable stearin derived from RSPO-certified palm oil and paired with a pure cotton wick, the candle burns with a steady, generous flame. Clean, stable, and allergy-friendly, it is as considered in performance as it is in appearance.

This item ships with a gift box. Available from May 2026.