Sunday, August 1, 2010

Lumen Shadow Projectors

Mr. Maxwell, I'm calling you out.  Mrs. Maxwell (that would be me) wants a Lumen Oil Candle Shadow Projector.  You remember, the Lumen shadow projector that I've been going on about for a couple of years now?  Allow me to explain.  You see, it starts with a little oil candle with a small stainless steel tree:
Light the candle and it casts a large, enchanting shadow on the wall behind it. 


As the flame flickers, the shadow of tree moves as if being blown by a cool breeze.  Well, I suppose it could be a hot breeze, but in my fantasy-land, the breeze is always of the cool variety.  They even have pretty birdies:

While I admire the birds, I'm figurin' on you buying me the cedar tree:


Can you picture it, love dove?  You and me lounging in the dark living room, admiring the sophisticated, yet whimsical glow of our very own lumen tree?  Even better, these are designed by Brooklyn-based artist and inventor, Adam Frank.  So, you're not just buying me a candle; you're purchasing an art installation.  Think about how high-brow this will now make us. 

Well, you sir are in luck.  This bad boy's on sale.  I know how you love saving money, plus Mama's birthday is coming up!  You can purchase this at http://www.perpetualkid.com/ for just $34.99.  They normally run $47.99, so you can see what a deal this is.  I'm saving you money!  Plus, each piece comes with two 17-hour liquid wax fuel cells, which are odorless, clean burning, and meet or exceed all relevant safety standards.  Word to the wise, dear: you probably want to pick up a couple extra fuel cells for $5.99 each, because you know how I love me some candles.

You can also find them at http://www.uncommongoods.com/ and http://www.adamfrank.com/