Candlestick Number 5 by Julia Roxburgh

Bring theatrical charm and joyful eccentricity to your interior with Candlestick No. 5 by British ceramic artist Julia Roxburgh. Handcrafted in the UK from earthenware clay, this sculptural candle holder transforms everyday function into collectible art.

Inspired by the worlds of theatre, the circus, and fantastical storytelling, Roxburgh's distinctive style evokes the whimsical spirit of Alice in Wonderland with a touch of Willy Wonka. Stacked rounded forms are decorated with gleaming gold lustre, playful polka dots, bold black and off-white stripes, and vibrant jewel-like accents, all crowned by an ornate jester-inspired top. The result is a striking statement piece that feels both regal and delightfully unconventional.

Designed to hold a standard dinner candle (up to 2 cm diameter), this decorative ceramic candlestick creates instant atmosphere whether displayed on a dining table, mantelpiece or console. Beautiful as a standalone objet d'art or grouped with other contemporary artworks, it is perfect for contemporary and daring art collectors, lovers of maximalist interiors, and anyone seeking distinctive handmade home décor.

A celebration of colour, craftsmanship, and imagination, Candlestick No. 5 is more than a candle holder—it's a conversation piece that brings personality, warmth, and a sense of wonder to any space.

Julia Roxburgh Candlestick No. 5. 2026 Handcrafted earthenware clay with ceramic glazes and gold lustre H 36 × Crown Diameter 14.5 × Base Diameter 10.5 cm 773 g Pistachio green, gold, black, off-white, and multicolour detailing Fits standard dinner candles up to 2 cm diameter

Handmade in the UK

Care instructions: Handle with care, as this ceramic artwork is fragile. Dust gently using a feather duster or a soft, dry cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners.

Each piece is entirely handmade a slight variations may appear from one to another, making each piece unique in its own way. The artist is committed to make them as close as possible to the one shown.

British ceramic artist Julia Roxburgh is known for her vibrant, bold, and colourful creations inspired by the dynamic energy and the beauty found in theatre and the circus.

Roxburgh studied at Bristol Polytechnic in the early 80s, and following her studies, she moved to London and worked as a theatrical prop maker – “My love for the theatre and the circus found its way into whimsical pots once I decided that mud pies were my destiny.”

Influenced by the dramatic movements, flamboyant costumes, and whimsical characters that define the world of performance, her work brings these fantastical worlds to life in clay.

A true lover of storytelling, Julia Roxburgh takes inspiration from the drama and spectacle of the stage, infusing each piece with the same sense of excitement and energy, as well as from the craziness found in the circus ring. From harlequinesque figures in bold geometric shapes to vibrant colour palettes that seem to jump off the surface, her pieces evoke the joy and chaos of live performance. Eclectic, extravagant, surprising and always the centre of attention, minimalism has no space in this artist’s world.

Using traditional hand-building techniques alongside contemporary glazing and firing methods, Roxburgh transforms the humble medium of clay into a canvas for theatrical expression. Her bright, happy and unapologetic work explores themes of movement and transformation with a playful creative madness, often incorporating elements of costume design, volume and stagecraft to add texture and depth to each piece – “I use white earthenware clay and as many colours as I can get my hands on. Each piece I make is fired four times, the last firing being the gold. I like a bling-bling effect on a mud pie!”

Whether in the form of sculptural pieces or functional ceramics, her one-of-a-kind creations are an invitation to step into a world of imaginative spectacle and vibrant colour, where each piece tells a story, sparks emotion, and invites the viewer to see the world through the creative mind and beautiful madness of the artist’s own stage.

This unique creation will be shipped from UK

UK: £20

EU: £35

Global: £50