Overview
A set of hand-poured paraffin wax candles nestled in rustic, hand-thrown terracotta clay pots. These pieces represent the 'Timber' aesthetic, blending raw earth elements with clean, modern candle design.
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Overview
A set of hand-poured paraffin wax candles nestled in rustic, hand-thrown terracotta clay pots. These pieces represent the 'Timber' aesthetic, blending raw earth elements with clean, modern candle design.
Story
Vance Kitira founded his company in 1993 to bring the serene spirit of his native Thailand to the West. These pots are often reused as tiny planters for succulents once the wax is gone, living a second life in your home.
Maker / Origin
Vance Kitira is a Thai-born designer who revolutionized the candle industry with his 'Timber' texture, which mimics the look of natural wood or stone. His brand is synonymous with eco-conscious luxury and a 'back-to-basics' design philosophy that emphasizes texture over artificial scent.
Condition & Value
The candles appear unused and are still in their original retail shrink-wrap. The clay pots show natural variations in color and texture which are intentional to the design. Excellent condition preserves the maximum value. Value is driven by the set count and the brand's reputation for quality.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.