If I were going to clobber Mr. Body with a candlestick (I’m still working with my “Clue” theme – see yesterday’s title) it would be this one. I’ve had a crush on Ted Muehling’s silver and bronze candlesticks for E. R. Butler and Co. for a very long time.
Ted Muehling and one of his magnificent bowls for Steuben.
Mr. Muehling as been designing jewelry and table ware since 1976. A graduate of the Pratt Institute, he’s inspired by forms of nature.
Ted Muehling and one of his magnificent bowls for Steuben.Mr. Muehling as been designing jewelry and table ware since 1976. A graduate of the Pratt Institute, he’s inspired by forms of nature.
My biggest problem has been deciding between the bronze and the silver. The silhouette of the bronze is so striking; perfect for my mantle. But the silver is such a modern twist on a classic theme. And then they did this.
Town and Country’s latest issue has a feature on the appeal of black and gold. And look. Those devils, Mr. Muehling and his cohorts at E. R. Butler added not one, but two gold finishes. Now, in addition to the fabulous bronze and the striking silver, you can have either polished or pumiced gold.
And if you thought I couldn’t tie this one back to Kansas City, you’d be mistaken. On the E.R. Butler web site, the candles they recommend for these works of art? Creative Candle. Do you know them? They are right here “in town.” Home grown. I knew they were great, in fact, they are the only kind I use. Just one more example of how we do things right in the heartland. You don’t have to hit me over the head.
They are very striking, love the profile. Don’t know which finish I would chose either!
Well if you had to get hit over the head these would be a great choice! Beautiful!
Ted Meuhling? Genius – don’t like the gold though.
Butler & Co looks like a fabulous shop, not the usual la-de-dah type of place for TM’s wares.
those candlesticks are lovely, leave it to you to light the way!
I do love these too! Doesn’t Kate Spade have some in her home? Or am I just imagining that?
I think I am leaning toward the bronze – I do love them. And, House, the gold are my least favorite as well, but would would Donatella choose? And Peak – I’m going to go hunt down that image now, because that would be a fun fact to know.
They are gorgeous! Don’t think I would mind a silver pair myself.
Heather
As always, love your wit and the beautiful images you share. I have the photo of the Spade’s dining room if you need it — just email me 🙂
Courtney – coming from you that is quite a compliment, indeed.