{"title":"Lights and Lamps","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover handcrafted lights and lamps by Salt \u0026amp; Sawdust, designed to shape atmosphere through timber, shadow, and quiet, considered illumination.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"structured-chaos","title":"Structured Chaos","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #1f1f1f; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eThis piece is a dialogue between the chaos of the ocean and the structure of the Cape. It began on Strand Beach after a heavy winter storm, where the shoreline was thick with the remnants of the tide. I hand-selected each of these driftwood sticks, a task that required more hands than I had to gather all the inspiration the beach offered that day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #1f1f1f; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eThe foundation is a story of its own. The supporting frame and base are crafted from reclaimed eucalyptus timber, salvaged from an old Stellenbosch farmhouse fence that was destined for the compost heap. To honor the wood, the frame is bonded using traditional dowels and glue, entirely screw-free, leaving the honest joinery visible to the eye.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #1f1f1f; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eWhile the original design featured sticks on just one side, the way the light interacted with the timber changed everything. By fitting the driftwood to both sides, the light is now transformed from within, casting a beautiful, random play of shadows and textures across the room. It is a balance of opposites: the structured frame provides order, while the untamed flow of the sticks serves as a quiet reminder of nature's rhythm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salt \u0026 Sawdust","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51562102686007,"sku":null,"price":2250.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/4407\/8647\/files\/Structured_Chaos.png?v=1778524991"},{"product_id":"the-gate-post-lamp","title":"The Gate Post Lamp","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #1f1f1f; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eFrom a Stellenbosch gate post to a centrepiece of light, this desk lamp carries twenty years of South African history. For two decades, this solid Jarrah timber stood watch through Cape sun and storms. When the farmhouse was renovated in 2023, we rescued it from the scrap heap, choosing to honour its weathered character rather than let it fade away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #1f1f1f; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eStanding \u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"border: none windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0cm; padding: 0cm;\"\u003e450mm high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e with a sturdy \u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"border: none windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0cm; padding: 0cm;\"\u003e200x200mm base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, this \u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"border: none windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0cm; padding: 0cm;\"\u003e14kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e lamp is a grounding, heavy-duty presence. We’ve paired the raw strength of the wood with a minimalist copper pipe fitting and a natural, eco-friendly finish that lets the grain breathe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #1f1f1f; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eIt’s more than a light fixture; it’s a continuation of a legacy. Honest, solid, and built to stand watch for another lifetime.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salt \u0026 Sawdust","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52005429575991,"sku":null,"price":1685.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/4407\/8647\/files\/The_Gate_Post_Lamp.png?v=1779370242"},{"product_id":"veins-of-gordons-bay","title":"Veins of Gordon's Bay","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #1f1f1f; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eHidden within a 3.2-meter driftwood log found on the shores of Gordon’s Bay was a secret waiting to be told. This massive gift from the ocean, weathered and heavy with the weight of the sea, was marked by a deep, natural fracture at one end.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #1f1f1f; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eWhat began as a significant crack became the gateway to a remarkable discovery. As the timber was cleaned and prepared, a breathtaking palette of \u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"border: none windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0cm; padding: 0cm;\"\u003erich reds and striking black veins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e emerged from the heart of the wood. This lamp is part of an exclusive series born from that single, storied log, a piece that celebrates the transition from raw coastal debris to refined interior centerpiece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #1f1f1f; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eThe craftsmanship is a study in material honesty. To bridge the timber and hold the pieces together for their new journey, I utilized traditional joinery: a robust \u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"border: none windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0cm; padding: 0cm;\"\u003emortise and tenon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e joint on the main body, paired with a \u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"border: none windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0cm; padding: 0cm;\"\u003etusk tenon and tapered wedge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e on the finer element. Visible and intentional, these joints ensure the piece remains as solid as the history it carries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #1f1f1f; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eWhen illuminated, the lamp casts a soft, golden light that falls directly into what was once the hidden grain of the crack. It doesn’t just provide light; it commands the space, inviting you to appreciate the beauty of imperfection and the flow of nature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salt \u0026 Sawdust","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52005429838135,"sku":null,"price":1995.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/4407\/8647\/files\/Veins_of_Gordon_s_Bay.png?v=1779370195"},{"product_id":"reclaimed-wood-lamp-4","title":"Sands \u0026 Shadows: The Gordon’s Bay Sconce","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #1f1f1f; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eThe second chapter in the story of a single, massive 25kg driftwood log, this wall-mounted light is a study in balance. After uncovering the hidden fire of the \"Veins of Gordon’s Bay\" lamp, I chose to split a section of that same 3.2-meter timber to create two distinct halves. This piece, the first wall light born in my workshop, is the result of that delicate transformation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #1f1f1f; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eThe timber did not disappoint. When cleaned and oiled, the wood surrendered the same deep, rich reds and dark, flowing veins that define this series. While the original design leaned toward an exposed bulb, a chance find in an antique store shifted the narrative: a vintage white glass conical shade with a chrome fitting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #1f1f1f; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eThe chrome, once touched by rust, was meticulously overhauled and restored, creating a striking dialogue between industrial history and coastal weathered timber. I carefully positioned the shade to act as a focal point, ensuring it illuminates the room without overshadowing the natural grain and soul of the wood behind it. The result is a piece of sophistication rooted in authenticity, a subtle, grounding presence for any wall it calls home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salt \u0026 Sawdust","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52005432721719,"sku":null,"price":1850.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/4407\/8647\/files\/Salt_Sawdust_Website_Images.png?v=1778527813"},{"product_id":"the-palm-of-light-lamp","title":"The Palm of Light Lamp","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #1f1f1f; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eSome pieces are created; others are simply discovered. The \u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"border: none windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0cm; padding: 0cm;\"\u003ePalm of Light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e is one of the latter, and a personal favorite. Found on the shores of Strand Beach, this singular piece of driftwood stands exactly as the ocean shaped it. Its natural form is a perfect, organic mimicry of an open hand, gently cradling a glow as if offering it to the room.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #1f1f1f; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eThe timber, a mystery species gifted by the tide, is remarkably hard and dense, yet weathered to a silky, skin-like smoothness that begs to be touched. Every grain and crevice tells a story of the deep sea. To honor its \"found\" posture while giving it the stature it deserves, I crafted a minimalist block-and-stalk stand from reclaimed timber. Finished in a deep, matte black with elegant beveled edges, the stand provides a structured stage that lets the driftwood’s \"magic\" take center stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #1f1f1f; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eThis is not a lamp designed to flood a room with light; it is a piece designed to draw the eye. Paired with an oversized, smoky glass bulb, it emits a soft, atmospheric glow that highlights the wood's internal textures. Versatile and sculptural, it can be displayed with or without its stand, offering a different, striking silhouette from every angle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #1f1f1f; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salt \u0026 Sawdust","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52006175932727,"sku":null,"price":1995.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/4407\/8647\/files\/The_Palm_of_Light.png?v=1778527252"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/4407\/8647\/collections\/Lighting.jpg?v=1778528065","url":"https:\/\/saltandsawdust.co.za\/collections\/side-tables.oembed","provider":"Salt \u0026 Sawdust","version":"1.0","type":"link"}