My ancestors arrived in America in 1651–a fact that tugs relentlessly on my nostalgic heartstrings. I envision my forebears battling long New England winters, wrapped in nightshirts and caps, huddled around the fire and reading by the light of hand-turned candlesticks. So when I saw the new decor collection from Dunes and Duchess, it was like my delusions of historical grandeur had come to life.
Dunes and Duchess was founded by stylist and editor Stacy Kunstel and her husband photographer Michael Partenio. The line is concise amd covetable. Oversized candelabras, lamps and sconces feel grounded in the past yet relevant for today. To give you a feel for how awesome they are, two design firms independently used them in home tours for the last issue of Rue–no collusion, promise!
I’m something of a drama queen, so I find myself drawn to the black ones; those silhouettes are so striking (and dare I say sexy?!) If eye-popping isn’t your thing, check out that raw limed wood. It’s ideal for any bare, industrial space, or a Swedish-style interior too. Frankly these pieces could slip into any room in which you were determined to find a home for them. Nightshirt and cap not required.
Images: Design by The Novogratz, Photo by Matthew Williams for Rue Magazine. Design by Rachel Reider Interiors, Photo by Emily Anderson for Rue Magazine.
Those are by far the most unique candelabras I have ever seen!
Ohhh and we were just talking about lighting, love these! I’m a sucker for “historical grandeur” too 🙂
love the last one on the right and in the first pic! I might be on the hunt for these now:)
So gorgeous!
xx Lexi
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I LOVE everything on this page. My favorites would have to be the black ones. I want something like this for my office furniture nyc.
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These candelabras are downright classic and macabre (straight out of a dracula movie)– I’m absolutely entranced by them! Thanks so much for sharing! 🙂
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