RELIGHT Venice: Candles
Relight Venice Candles
The Relight Venice Candles are exclusive design objects inspired by Venice’s most iconic architectural landmarks.
The name aims to reflect the mission to bring light back to Venice by emphasizing authenticity, sustainability, and traditions.
A Symbolic Gesture
The act of (re)lighting or choosing not to consume the candles represents a profound question for the city of Venice, its visitors, and its residents:
Will you relight Venice, consume it, or preserve it?
Materials (Local, Sustainable, and Social)
Our candles are crafted from soy wax and recycled materials sourced from local artisans.
The wooden bases are made from the leftover wood used by remeri in the construction of forcole—the unique oarlocks used to row Venetian gondolas.
The brass supports are created in collaboration with the historic Fonderia Valese, the only remaining foundry in the Venetian lagoon area.
Beyond local artisans, this project also involves the women’s prison on Giudecca Island, where Relight Venice collaborates with inmates for candle production. This partnership not only contributes to the creation of these meaningful candles but also brings light and purpose to the lives of those involved.
CHOOSE YOUR FAVOURITE CANDLE!
Palazzo Ducale
The Palazzo Ducale Candle is a faithful yet playful reproduction of the balcony of the Doge’s Palace, the historic seat of the Doge and state magistrates, located in St. Mark’s Square.
Guglia
The Guglia Candle represents the spires of the terrace of the Fondaco dei Tedeschi, a historic building that once served as a warehouse for German merchants. Venetians often remember it as the former post office, with its signage still visible on the exterior walls.
Today, it has been transformed into a luxury mall and cultural center that highlights the work of many local artisans.
Rosone
The Gothic element of the Rosone is a recurring decorative motif in Venetian palaces. As you walk through the “calli” and look up, you'll notice countless variations of this floral design. With this candle, the rosette comes to life, illuminated by light and vibrant colors, enhanced by the gleaming brass base.
Little Venice
The Little Venice Candles playfully reference the miniature versions of Venice found all over the world, often reproduced to scale as stage-like settings. These small candles, featuring symbols like the Lion of St. Mark, gondolas, the Rialto Bridge, and more, allow you to recreate your own Venice wherever you are.
But remember: no Venetians, no soul. ;)
Bauta
The Bauta Candle replicates the iconic mask famously worn by Casanova to avoid being recognized. Its elongated shape allowed the wearer to eat and drink without removing it, but most importantly, it functioned as a sounding board, altering the tone of the wearer’s voice to prevent acquaintances from recognizing them.
Wishing well - Pozzi
Tea light lanterns featuring a chiseled brass element that allows light to shine through. The design reinterprets the shape and decorations of the traditional "pozzi" found in the Venetian "campi" (the city's squares). These pozzi are both functional and artistic!
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