• Landslide woven elephant grass lampshade, undulating wave form, organic modern sculptural pendant, Ghana
  • Landslide Shade above dining table, sculptural woven elephant grass lampshade, organic modern interior
  • Landslide Shade wave detail, handwoven elephant grass natural fiber, SWOPA women artisans northern Ghana
  • Landslide Shade wave detail, handwoven elephant grass natural fiber, SWOPA women artisans northern Ghana
  • Landslide Shade above dining table, sculptural woven elephant grass lampshade, organic modern interior
  • Landslide woven elephant grass lampshade, undulating wave form, organic modern sculptural pendant, Ghana
  • Landslide woven elephant grass lampshade, undulating wave form, organic modern sculptural pendant, Ghana
  • Landslide Shade wave detail, handwoven elephant grass natural fiber, SWOPA women artisans northern Ghana
  • Landslide Shade organic modern style, handwoven elephant grass natural fiber, SWOPA women artisans northern Ghana
  • Two Landslide woven elephant grass lampshades, undulating wave form, organic modern sculptural pendant, Ghana
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Landslide Shades

Landslide Shades

$445.00 USD
$445.00 USD
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The Landslide Shade is the woven shade at the heart of our Landslide Pendant Light, sold here as a shade only for those who prefer to wire it themselves or use it with an existing fitting.

Each shade is handwoven from elephant grass by members of SWOPA, the Sirigu Women's Organization for Pottery and Art in northern Ghana, then shaped by hand into gentle, undulating waves. Because every shade is formed and shaped entirely by hand, no two are exactly alike. The waves shift slightly from piece to piece, giving each a living quality that manufactured lighting cannot replicate. The natural elephant grass fibers diffuse light softly, casting warm textured patterns across surrounding walls and ceiling.

The Landslide Shade works well above a dining table, over a kitchen island, or in a living room where a sculptural pendant is called for.

Sold as a shade only. Power cord, socket, and bulb are not included. We recommend Color Cord for lighting components. We also offer this shade fully wired as the Landslide Pendant Light. LED bulbs only. Available in medium and large.

 

SHADE DIMENSIONS*
Size
 Height
 Diameter
MEDIUM
 8-12”  (20-30cm) 22-24”  (56-61cm)
LARGE
 13-15"  (33-38cm) 28-32"  (71-81cm)

*Please expect slight variations in shape, weave and size as each shade is made by hand

 

MATERIAL

Elephant grass (Pennisetum purpureum) is a sustainable material prized for its structural integrity, rapid renewability, and minimal environmental impact.

This grass grows along the banks of rivers, streams and swampy areas in Ghana and throughout West Africa. It grows, matures and tussles like wheat, with a broom-like flower at the top. To harvest the straw, each broom is pulled down from the husk and is left on the ground to grow into new tussles. The straw is harvested wet and then dried in the sun in preparation for the weaving process.

The long, sturdy fibers of Pennisetum purpureum create a lightweight weave that softens and diffuses light beautifully.

CAN I CHOOSE MY SHAPE?

YES - Book a virtual or in-person studio visit to choose your favorite shape

WIRING COMPONENTS

This item is sold as a light shade only; Power cord, socket and bulb are not included.

We offer all of our light shades fully wired, but if you prefer to DIY we recommend contacting Color Cord for lighting components.

FULFILLMENT TIMELINES

  • ORDER 1 week - If the piece is in stock at our LA studio the purchase button will show 'add to cart' and your order will ship on our next shipping day (Tuesdays)

  • OUT OF STOCK 8-10 weeks - If the piece is not in stock at our LA studio the purchase button will show 'sold out' and wait times are generally 8-10 weeks, depending on the season

PARTNERS

These pieces are woven by the Sirigu Women's Organization for Pottery and Art (SWOPA), a non-governmental organization based in northern Ghana.

SWOPA's mission includes providing young women with marketable skills training,  and preserving knowledge of traditional craft by passing it down to the next generation. Learn more

If your question wasn’t answered above, or you’d like a personal design consult please contact us or make a virtual or in-person studio appointment.

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