Ursa Minor for Studio KER by Costantini

Ursa Minor for Studio KER by Costantini

Engaging with concepts of hearth and gathering, “Ursa” casts an inviting glow from beneath its canopy referencing the thatched roofs of archetypal shogun home style buildings found in the African states Benin and Mali and Louisiana The illumination the lamp provides is informed by the glow of Black folk’s oiled skin, round eyes and gold teeth.

Dimensions: 12.8'' x 8.5'' x 5.3''

About Studio Kër

Studio Kër, founded by creative director Michael Bennett, is a platform for his visionary design concepts. The studio's mission is to craft intentional objects and spaces that harmonize with the natural world and encourage meaningful interactions between humans. Studio Kër is committed to exploring both contemporary and historical elements of the African diaspora, challenging traditional Western perceptions of design and architecture, and creating spaces for Black agency.

About Costantini

Costantini has been a trusted source for custom furniture, objects and lighting for a global client base since 2002. Its founder and owner, William Stuart, is a designer and artist who began his career as a multimedia artist and sculptor, practices which continue to inform the work. With a studio showroom in New York and a team of artisans at their own workshop in Buenos Aires, the Costantini team is able to connect artisans and artists with acclaimed clientele around the world. Its artisans work across many varied materials such as bronze, solid wood, fiberglass, steel, plaster, goatskin, leather, rush, iron, marble, sheepskin and more. Their work has been featured in publications such as Architectural Digest, Galerie Magazine, the Wall Street Journal, Interior Design Magazine, Luxe, and more. Visit their New York or Buenos Aires locations by appointment.