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January 25, 2012

   PRESS RELEASE


Candlesticks, inspired by Istanbul twilight

Siba Sahabi presents her candlestick series Istanbul Twilight at Gallery Sofie Lachaert (Candles and Mirrorsexhibition, 5 February – 8 April 2012)


Istanbul twilight comprises seven candleholders, made of felt, dedicated to the metropolis that connects Europe and the Middle East. The shape of the candleholders are directly inspired by the silhouette of Istanbul. The use of colours reflect different shades of light on city facades at dusk and dawn.

Choice of material is based on a certain characteristic of wool: it doesn’t catch fire. The felt is cut into long strips and then coiled by hand into circles, like a snake. The candleholders are completed with a candlepin. 


About the designer 
Siba Sahabi (Gerrit Rietveld Academy Amsterdam, 2006) is a poetic designer. Drawing from her German/Iranian roots, the work of Siba aims to show how one culture can influence another, leading to renewal and cultural richness. Her designs are inspired by the European and Middle Eastern history of ceramics and architecture. A passion for crafts and imperfection drives the process of Siba’s work.
www.sibasahabi.com
 
About the exhibition
Through the ages many artists used mirrors and/or candles in their paintings for their beauty, symbolism, mysteriousness. Gallery Sofie Lachaert has chosen these fascinating objects as theme for a group exhibition that will be presented from February 5 – April 8 2012 in the gallery in Tielrode. 

Opening at 5 February 11 am – 6 pm
Sofie Lachaert
St. Jozefstraat 30
9140 Tielrode
Belgium
www.lachaert.com

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