Bronze is an alloy that always
has a place in sophisticated
design. The copper content in
the alloy is what gives it a
remarkable deep brown
sheen. Bronze lamp posts,
over the years will also
benefit from the natural wear
that occurs a develops a
patina on the material. Its
dark brown or russet brown
appearance means that it can
blend with other metals or
behave as a neutral in natural
setting.
Bronze is a favoured material
of sculptors and many
monuments are created in
this medium. It has a certain
gravitas that is associated
with fine art and longevity.
Even without the lanterns
being lit, bronze lamp posts
appear statuesque and
command appreciation. When
they are illuminated, these
lights accentuate the natural
beauty of the bronze as well
as performing an essential
lighting function.
The timeless quality of bronze
allows it to mix with old and
new and with rocks and glass
alike. Any landscaping near
bronze should take advantage
of this aspect and include
some large dark and light
boulders as architectural
elements to augment the
beauty of a manmade
material in natural
surroundings. There is
something tactile about
bronze and even if you don’t
explore that quality you
cannot fail to be mesmerised
by its moody lustre.
Sophistication and elegance
go hand in hand with our
perception of bronze so it
makes a perfect solution to
light fixtures outside that have
to endure the weather without
complaint or demand for high
maintenance. It is a robust
material that will look terrific
from its installation until its
removal – probably many
years after you have
gone. |