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The transparent radiometer, also known as the light mill, was invented in 1873 by chemist Sir William Crookes. While weighing minute quantities of samples in a partially evacuated glass chamber this celebrated British chemist observed the scales moved when exposed to sunlight. The radiometer itself consists of an airtight glass bubble with vanes inside which […]

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Pan Statue

The Designer’s Atelier bust of the horned God Pan embodies the archetype of male virility and sexuality. A Gothic mystery of the sculpture imbues its unusual character, rendered in black resin and Carrara marble powder Pan is undoubtedly a stand alone treasure! The mortal God of the wild, shepherds and hunting served as an inspiration […]

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The simplest description of time is that it is a dimension, and a clock is merely a device we use to measure it. But time has fascinated and intrigued humans since the dawn of time itself. Explaining the past, present and future, it is something that is universal and fundamental. We need timepieces to record for […]

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Glistening like magical petrified wood, fresh from the enchanted forest, this eye-catching vase stands at over half a meter in height. It is grounded firmly with a bottom-plate and this substantial object would make a welcome addition to any room. As with many items in Dagmar Holub’s collection, the detailing is so natural you would […]

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It has long been known that introducing objets d’art into your home is a good way to inspire, relax and focus your mind. This curiosity is a superb example of a conversation piece that you could place in any room to stimulate yourself and your guests’ imagination. This item is a bust on an oak […]

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The list of stunning ancient spiral stairs contains a vivid selection of Greco – Roman styles constructed during classical antiquity. Although the oldest example dates back to the 5th century BC, spiral stairs have been introduced relatively late into architecture due to their complex helical structure. Designer’s Atelier reproduction of a staircase can also be […]

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When your art results from single hammer-blows upon a metal surface it is sometimes amazing at just how beautiful and accurate the resulting item can be. In this piece from the Designer’s Atelier Collection of International Treasures for the Home, selected by award-winning designer Dagmar Holub, you will find a large hand-embossed panel, fabricated from […]

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