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Skeleton: Lighting Inspired by Sand Casting

Itai Bar-On designed the Skeleton lighting series as a modern version of something made using the old technology of sand casting. This interpretation is made from laser-cut sheet metal that becomes a three-dimensional object once assembled. It’s robust, industrial look is meant to remind you of pieces that were made through sand casting.

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The look is finished off with Edison bulbs which are replicas of the bulbs used at the turn of the 20th century.

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A second series of Skeleton was made from wood to help reduce the weight of each pendant.

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Photos by Yael Engelart.

Caroline Williamson is the former Editor-in-Chief of Design Milk and a writer with a passion for modern design, architecture, and creative culture. She holds a BFA in photography from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) and can usually be found searching for vintage wares, solving New York Times crossword puzzles in pen, or curating Spotify playlists.