Got a little nook in need of sparkle? This beautifully detailed paper luminary, with its dazzling cornice and glowing porchlight halos, brings urban style to your home. Tuck one on a shelf or combine several to recreate a magical urban scene on your mantel. Perfect for gifting, too.
The brownstone luminary is designed to pair perfectly with the other urban luminaries in the collection, including the stately Amsterdam canal house ( https://belgianpaperworks.etsy.com/listing/1587997345) and the elegant Paris luminary (https://belgianpaperworks.etsy.com/listing/1568325072).
Several of these photos were taken in extra-low light to show the luminary's intricate details -- from the exquisite cornice to the romantic glow of porch lights, from the multi-paned windows to the classic stonework, you'll want to zoom in on every intricate detail. You'll even find a little cat, peeking from a side window. In daylight or a brighter space, the luminary's glow will appear more subdued -- bear in mind, it's not a lamp. But watch it closely as evening falls, and you will see that's when a Belgian Paperworks luminary really shines.
DESIGN
I use creamy, cold-pressed watercolor paper (acid-free and very strong) as the foundation for each piece. Then, I assemble every luminary by hand, adding layers of meticulously cut paper until every piece is literally ready to shine. Layers enhance its strength and durability, too. And I always cut with a blade, never a laser, so no matter how closely you look, you will never find a "toasted" edge in my work. Zoom right in to see every crisp detail.
SET UP & STORAGE
Your piece will arrive fully assembled. Just pop it up and put the tabs through the slots - no glue or tape is required. Tuck in the LED tea lights included with US shipments, and sit back to enjoy the glow.
At the end of the season, simply fold your luminary back into its shipping box and slip it into a drawer. It hardly takes any storage space, because no one needs more bulky stuff.
SUSTAINABILITY
Here in Northern California, sustainability is a way of life. Please see my FAQs or About section for information on my sustainability practices. Thank you.
I ship my luminaries in a thin cellophane sleeve to protect them from winter moisture. If you prefer a paper sleeve, mention it during checkout, and I will happily make that switch.
~ Paper is flammable. Use flameless LED lights only. This listing is for one house. The other luminary houses in the group can be purchased in this shop.
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