CLICK ON PHOTO TO ENLARGE"Allegro ma nomme" literally translates to "This is my melody," a saying that acted as the inspiration for this beautiful night light designed by Jan Poynter for Benaya. A very bold piece that captures the heart of all music enthusiasts, this night light features a swirling piano keyboard and highlights of red.
New. Handpainted porcelain. 5” tall. Original maroon satin-lined gift box.
This spectacular night light has been very delicately tubelined by experts to create the appearance of cloisonné (see below). This is a fantastic opportunity to own a beautiful piece of craftmanship. Be sure to see our entire selection of Benaya night lights and the fabulous coordinating dress vases.
Meet the Artist: Jan Poynter, Victoria, BC Canada: Born in 1957, Jan's creative education began in junior art class at the age of 10. She majored in Painting and Printmaking at the Vancouver School of Art and Art Education at the University of British Columbia. Jan's illustration and rendering abilities have contributed to her fine art career with expertise in watercolor, pastel and oil painting. Showing in private galleries, solo and group exhibitions since the late ‘70s, her work is based on realistic and colorful subjects including landscapes, interiors and floral studies.
The technique: There are three steps involved in the production of each exquisite piece, First the imagery is sketched onto the raw bisque and then the slip trailing (raised line work) is carefully applied. Next comes the initial firing, then the painting is done and a second firing takes place. The item is then dipped in a glaze solution. Left to dry for a few hours, it is then put through a third and final firing. The result is a beautiful and rich finish with a brilliant glaze.
