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A reimagining of the candle, inspired by the apothecary of yesteryear, Curio Glass is a collection of individually handblown, coloured glass candles. Each piece is crafted by hand in New Zealand, one at a time, ensuring no two are exactly alike, and finished with a Curionoir stamp reminiscent of a traditional wax seal.
Each candle tells its own story through a 65+ hour burn, scented with a distinctive perfume created in Grasse.
Tubereuse Noir features notes of Violet, Rose, Heliotrope, Tuberose, Spices.
390g
Curionoir uses biodegradable botanical wax and lead free cotton wicks. Made from botanical wax whoch is sourced from a sustainable plantation that sponsors the Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary in Sandakan, Borneo.
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Tiffany Witehira has lived a unique life. Born into a family of strong, creative women, and an uncle she believed was a warrior, she grew up immersed in Maori culture. Her memories are of taonga celebrated for their simplicity as much as their complexity, and the discovery of a rich heritage that looked beyond the mundane.
As a young adult, she realised her uncle was a bone carver, not a warrior. She learnt that her Nana, her aunties and her mother were skilled craftswomen as well as cherished protectors. But she has always retained a fascination for the wonder and mystery she felt in her youth. Her celebration of the interesting and uncommon gave birth to her brand.
As an adult, Witehira has enjoyed award-winning success in fashion and advertising. But it was during her wedding to film director Andrew Morton that she realised her desire to create. She crafted a series of hand-cast skull candles for each guest, individually wrapped in tulle. This labour of love, this celebration of making and giving, proved irresistible. From it grew a range of bespoke candles, linens and curios for the home.
In Tiffany’s products you will find a celebration of fine craft, the uncommon, and days of old. Experiencing them, you may share in her wonder at the beauty of biology. And through them Tiffany’s heritage is passed on, her gift to you: Curionoir - ‘for those with a fascination for the interesting and uncommon’.
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Collection from our locations - Free
Same Day Delivery to inner Auckland suburbs - $15
Available for orders placed by 1pm
Auckland - $8
North Island - $12
South Island - $20
Australia - $70
Rest of the World - $105
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