"Volado Crown" | Hand-Forged Casa del Sol Chandelier
Volado Crown Chandelier By Marc Staples | Lago Luna Studio
The Crown Jewel of the Casa del Sol Collection Transforming botanical drama into opulent light, the Volado Crown Chandelier serves as the defining centerpiece of the Casa del Sol Collection. Designed by Marc Staples, this fixture captures the natural grandeur of nature’s most sweeping forms—suggesting the broad, layered elegance of the tobacco leaf sculpted into a majestic crown.
A true statement in sculptural metalwork, the Volado commands the room even when unlit. Each voluminous leaf is crafted from hammered steel, creating a rich, textured patina that reflects light with extraordinary depth. When illuminated, the light plays across the metal surfaces, casting a warm, inviting glow that highlights the artisan details of the steel.
Handcrafted in the U.S.A. Every Volado chandelier is a bespoke commission, handmade at the Lago Luna Studio in Virginia. The heavy-gauge steel is shaped and finished by hand, ensuring that no two pieces are exactly alike. This commitment to American craftsmanship guarantees a fixture that is not just a light source, but an heirloom-quality work of art.
Specifications & Trade Details
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Dimensions: 28" Diameter x 24" High
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Lamping: 6 x Candelabra Bulbs (E12); LED compatible.
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Finishes:
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Gold: For ultimate luxury and warmth.
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Torched Copper: A deep, rustic patina with hints of vibrant color.
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Black: A bold, modern, and high-contrast statement.
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Installation: Includes an adjustable hanging chain for flexible drop heights.
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Lead Time: 10 to 12 weeks (Made-to-Order).
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Customization: Custom dimensions are available to fit specific architectural volumes. Please contact the studio for trade inquiries.
As a defining piece of this collection, the "Volado Crown" is designed for architectural dominance. The broad, layered steel leaves are sculpted into a majestic upward sweep, creating a silhouette that is as much a crown as it is a botanical tribute to the tobacco leaf.
Voluminous Light Distribution:
With multiple candelabra-style bulbs, this chandelier offers a more robust light output than its peers. The "voluminous" nature of the hammered steel leaves acts as a series of mini-reflectors, bouncing the light inward before it spills out into the room, creating an opulent, layered glow.
The Unlit Presence:
A hallmark of Modernist Alchemy is that the art must work even without power. The "Volado Crown" is engineered to catch ambient daytime light on its hand-hammered ridges, ensuring that the sculpture remains a focal point of "opulent metalwork" even when the fixture is turned off.
Versatile Luxury Finishes:
Gold: Maximizes the "Crown" aesthetic, turning the light into a radiant, sun-like centerpiece.
Torched-Copper: Leans into the "Casa del Sol" (House of the Sun) theme, revealing deep ambers and heat-born iridescence that feel authentically Virginias-born.
Black: Provides a stark, "to-the-trade" architectural look that emphasizes the negative space between the forged leaves.
Heirloom-Quality Forging:
Because each "Volado Crown" is a bespoke commission from the Lago Luna Studio, the metal is shaped with an intentionality that mass-produced fixtures cannot replicate. This is a "one-of-a-kind" installation designed to be an heirloom for the most discerning residential environments.
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