Weathering Oak Lantern
This large lantern is composed of a clear white oak lantern body, with a brass roof. The lantern hangs out from the wall by a horizontal brass arm, the arm in turn supported diagonally by an oak and brass brace. A waist-band of white oak braces surrounds the middle of the oak body. Three of the four joints of the waist-band are interlocking oak blades and notches, with the fourth is a small hand-crafted brass pin, the single pin keeping the four pieces together in tension, and preventing them from springing off and falling to the ground.
Conceived by Joe Mross and Patrick Lucas, the lantern is specifically intended to age over time. The brass will take on lovely verdigris streaks and various surprise hues, while the white oak will stained by the brass, or bleach in sun and rain. Given enough time, the oak might even take on small cracks, or the softer grains might erode away bringing a rounded natural corrugation to the surfaces and edges. This lantern is to be savored over time, each change to be enjoyed and awaited with anticipation.
In the configuration shown here, a soft yellow light (around 2700k) shines up at the underside of the brass roof and radiates out indirectly. This makes a comforting and friendly night light. Bright crystal lights (around 5500k) shine down from the bottom when more light is needed. Both lights are controlled separately via wifi, and can be dimmed, or operated on automatic schedule.
