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Wall Light - Dervish (Floral)
Ref: L-WL-015-HSF
The Dervish Wall Light is a sculptural architectural lighting piece inspired by movement, fluidity, and the atmospheric elegance of suspended handcrafted metalwork. Emerging from an elegant wall-mounted backplate, a refined projecting arm supports a suspended rounded teardrop form entirely hand-sawn by master jewellers using Yahya’s signature intricate floral patterns. From beneath the sculptural upper body descends a delicate surrounding veil of finely twisted metal chainwork resembling fluid chainmail, designed to hang freely and move subtly with air and movement, bringing a living dimension to the piece.
Concealed integrated up and down lighting sources hidden within the upper structure softly illuminate the sculptural form while projecting delicate atmospheric patterns and reflections across surrounding walls and ceiling surfaces. The interplay between light, movement, shadow, and suspended metalwork creates an atmospheric presence that is both sculptural and poetic. Elegant and highly distinctive, the Dervish Wall Light remains a timeless expression of handcrafted metalwork, sculptural light, and refined contemporary decorative design.
Brass, Aged Bronze Finish.
Nickel Silver, Polished Finish.
200 x 240 x 700 (h) mm
250 x 300 x 860 (h) mm
300 x 360 x 1030 (h) mm
The Dervish Wall Light is illuminated using ultra high-quality integrated COB (Chip-on-Board) LED systems specifically selected and engineered to produce the exceptional precision and atmospheric clarity characteristic of the Yahya collection. Unlike conventional E14, E27, or standard multi-source LED bulbs, which create diffuse and imprecise lighting effects, the COB LEDs used within these pieces function as highly concentrated and controlled singular light sources. This allows the intricate hand-sawn floral metalwork forming the suspended sculptural body to project remarkably sharp and refined atmospheric patterns across surrounding wall and ceiling surfaces. The exceptional precision and depth of these luminous projections are only achievable through the use of these specialised integrated lighting systems combined with Yahya’s handcrafted metalwork techniques.
The Dervish Wall Light incorporates concealed integrated uplighting and downlighting positioned discreetly within the suspended sculptural body itself. The source of illumination always remains entirely hidden, allowing the hand-sawn floral sculptural form and surrounding chainmail detailing to appear animated purely through light and shadow. Light travels upward and downward internally through the sculptural body, projecting intricate atmospheric patterns and reflections across surrounding architectural surfaces while preserving the purity and elegance of the overall composition. The integrated LED modules are accessible through the removable hand-sawn sections, allowing a qualified electrician to service or replace the integrated LED plates should maintenance ever be required. The driver systems are generally housed within the wall-mounted backplate to ensure straightforward accessibility and long-term maintenance. In most cases, should servicing become necessary after many years of use, the driver itself is typically the component requiring replacement rather than the LED modules, which are supplied with long-life manufacturer guarantees of approximately five years under normal operating conditions.
The Dervish Wall Light can be electrified according to UK, European, or US electrical standards and may be supplied with compatible drivers and electrical configurations accordingly. Dimmable systems can equally be integrated upon request, including compatibility with protocols such as DALI, DMX, 1–10V, and other project-specific lighting control systems specified by clients or lighting consultants. Colour temperature is carefully selected according to the finish of the piece itself in order to preserve the intended atmosphere and materiality. Brass and aged bronze finishes are generally supplied at 2700K to create a warm candlelight-like glow, while polished nickel silver finishes are typically supplied at 3000K for a slightly crisper architectural illumination. Throughout the collection, the lighting philosophy remains consistent: the source of illumination is never directly visible, and the light itself becomes an atmospheric sculptural material revealing the craftsmanship, depth, and projection work of each piece.
Our brass pieces are hand-finished and aged to a rich bronze patination, then protected using a strong satin interior varnish designed to preserve the finish while maintaining the natural depth and warmth of the metal. For regular care, pieces should simply be dusted using a soft dry cloth without water or abrasive cleaning products. Over time, as with all living materials, the finish may naturally deepen and evolve in tone, developing an increasingly antique character that forms part of the beauty of aged bronze and brass.
Exterior pieces are protected using specialist UV-resistant varnishes developed for outdoor bronze sculptures and artworks. While these finishes offer substantial long-term protection, natural weathering and gradual patination remain an inherent characteristic of the material over extended periods. Should the varnish eventually soften or wear after many years, surfaces may be gently waxed and buffed in the traditional manner used for fine leather or bronze objects.
Polished nickel silver is not an electroplated finish but a solid material that may naturally soften slightly over time through handling and exposure. As with traditional silver objects, the surface can be restored using standard silver polishes widely available in hardware stores, or through traditional methods such as gentle lemon-based cleaning. Microfibre cloths are recommended for routine care, while abrasive materials and scratching should be avoided. Due to the entirely handmade nature of the work, subtle artisanal irregularities, variations, and traces of hand craftsmanship form an intentional part of the character and authenticity of each piece.