Apparatus
APPARATUS is a New York-based interdisciplinary design studio that explores the relationship of lighting, furniture, and objects in their environments. Predicated on the modernist principle of gesamtkunstwerk, or total work of art, fully articulated collections reveal each piece as an artifact from a singular vision - each imprint referencing the historical and cultural mood summoned by a holistic emotional landscape.
APPARATUS creates each piece devoted to the rigor of small studio craftsmanship, centering the importance of the human hand in lending soul to an object. Sensual materials such as marble, suede, horsehair, lacquer, and porcelain are combined with patinated brass to create the studio’s distinctive catalog.
THE BRAND
Apparatus is a Newyork based interdisciplinary design studio that explores the relationship of lighting, furniture, and objects in their environments.
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Using a strict arrangement of semi-precious stones, Talisman 14 Pendant Light by Gabriel Hendifar for Apparatus recalls the fine details found on statues in the ancient city of Persepolis. Agate, jasper, or jade beads are pierced by finely fluted pins, affixing them to a leather-bound brass structure. The finish is different than the actual product finish.
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A robust study of material evokes the grace and strength of its equine contributor. Wefts of horsehair are combined with brass and etched glass, implying a structural weight-bearing function for the coarse hair.
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The slip-cast porcelain forms of the lantern series float along a rigid brass structure. Their glow is punctuated by finely incised fluting, connecting to the essential element of historical lanterns – light passing through a delicate protective form. Repeating spheres act as a counterpoint to the sizeable shades. A dimmer ball sits on the base.
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The Vanity Sconce by Apparatus is a modern interpretation of classic dressing room lights. Hang them flanking a mirror for flattering, warm light.
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Triad by Gabriel Hendifar for Apparatus is inspired by the tension and dynamics of the circus act. This series of wall and ceiling lights cantilevers glowing bowls in movable formations on the ceiling or wall, creating a soft illumination and graphic silhouette. Available with either brass or hand-cast porcelain bowls.
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The TASSEL series condenses the warmth and decadence of a traditional sconce to a concise, modern conclusion. Emanating from a brass dome the light is amplified as it refracts through mold-blown glass cylinders.
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Using a strict arrangement of semi-precious stones, Talisman Loop Sconce by Gabriel Hendifar for Apparatus recalls the delicate details found on statues in the ancient Persepolis. Agate, jasper, or jade beads are pierced by finely fluted pins, affixing them to a leather-bound brass structure. LIMITED EDITION
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Inspired by the mechanics of neural synapses, this pendant is composed of two hand-molded glass domes that require a 4-part firing process. A Brass Orb floats in transit between the two hemispheres.
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The Sarlet Sconce combines a hand-finished brass armature with a domed shade that is wrapped in tonal suede and satin. The fixture casts a soft sunburst of light.
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Signal reverberates light through the concentric circles of its pressed glass diffuser, informed by the fresnel lens. Recalling the architecture of satellites, the series is punctuated by rhythms of code articulated in the dots and antennae that delicately encircle its brass body. The fixtures create soft gradients of light, like the silent communication of a satellite emitting waves across the ether.
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Signal reverberates light through the concentric circles of its pressed glass diffuser, informed by the fresnel lens. Recalling the architecture of satellites, the series is punctuated by rhythms of code articulated in the dots and antennae that delicately encircle its brass body. The fixtures create soft gradients of light, like the silent communication of a satellite emitting waves across the ether.
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Signal reverberates light through the concentric circles of its pressed glass diffuser, informed by the fresnel lens. Recalling the architecture of satellites, the series is punctuated by rhythms of code articulated in the dots and antennae that delicately encircle its brass body. The fixtures create soft gradients of light, like the silent communication of a satellite emitting waves across the ether.
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The translucent resin bases of the segment series lift softly-rounded forms, creating a visual play between density and lightness. The underside of the lacquer table tops bulge as though being pulled back to the floor, anchoring one form to the other - the holder to the held. Bound together with fluted brass hardware, the hand-cast resin planes create passages which allow light to move beneath the lustrous surfaces.
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Reprise Table is one of the newest pieces in Apparatus ACT FOUR Collection. Reminiscent of Joe Colombo KD27 Boom Microphones, from this globe wall fixture emits a subtle source of light, gracefully resting in a brass armature hand-wrapped in leather case.
