Albâtre Anima

Where Heritage Meets Light: The Art of Authentic Spanish Alabaster

Alabaster Anima is crafted for design-forward homes that value heritage materials, artisanal carving, and contemporary luxury. Formed over millions of years, Spanish alabaster is revered for its warm translucency and veining—qualities impossible to imitate with resin, glass, or composite materials. When illuminated, the stone translates light into a soft, atmospheric glow sought after in luxury U.S. interiors, British heritage homes, and Middle Eastern villas where ambiance defines the experience of a room.

A Sculptural Centerpiece for Modern Luxury Interiors

Anima’s design combines hand-carved alabaster cylinders with a meticulously machined copper frame, resulting in a chandelier that is equal parts sculpture and illumination. The largest size—Ø102 cm/40", the double-tier variant—creates a dramatic architectural presence ideal for grand dining rooms, double-height foyers, and hotel suites. The three single-tier versions (Ø80, Ø70, Ø50 cm) provide the same artisanal glow on a scale suited for refined living rooms, bedrooms, offices, and boutique interiors.

Each cylinder is carved to a consistent 4–6 mm translucency, then matched by artisans to ensure harmonious tones and balanced veining around the fixture. This process demands both precision and artistic judgment, elevating Anima far beyond mass-produced alabaster “look-alikes.”

Why Authentic Alabaster Commands Real Value

Affluent buyers often ask: Why are true alabaster chandeliers more expensive?

The answer lies in the material scarcity and craftsmanship:

• Only a small portion of quarry stone has the clarity and veining suitable for lighting.
  
• Skilled artisans hollow, thin, and balance each shade—one imperfect cut risks breakage.
  
• Matching 6–18 shades from the same batch requires discarding numerous pieces.
  
• Copper frames are engineered to support natural stone weight and dissipate heat.
  
• Compliance with UL/CE/UKCA/CSA and specialised crating adds further value.
  

This is why Anima is favored among architects, interior designers, and luxury home builders—it offers a level of authenticity that resin imitations can’t achieve.

A Future-Proof Investment in Artisanal Lighting

Beyond its material rarity and craftsmanship, Anima is designed for modern living:

G9 dimmable compatibility, long-life LEDs, high heat tolerance, and options for custom finishes or extended chain drops. Lead time is 6–8 weeks, and every fixture undergoes strict inspection before shipping.

Alabaster Anima is not simply a chandelier—it is functional art, a sculptural presence that transforms the mood of any room with its warm, cloud-soft glow.