David cleans the raw slag to reveal a vibrant blue-green glassy rock and then attaches it to the aluminum or brass with bolts, glue and a little soldering.
The slag is a waste material or bi-product of the smelting or refining of metal ore done at a former iron foundry between the 1600s and 2006.
The slag is a commonplace find in the forest that surrounds the Swedish village of Halleforsnas.
The contrast between the rough and raw slag with the smooth metal, combined with the flickering flames of a candle create a beautiful moment for all to enjoy. The candlesticks are so unique that they are not just decor objects but also objet d’ art.
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