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Tamegroute Candle Holders, Ochre Yellow Ceramic Taper Candlesticks

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Pair of ochre-yellow glazed Tamegroute ceramic candle holders, shown upright and lying down

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Macro close-up of an ochre-yellow Tamegroute ceramic taper candle holder showing its glossy, speckled glaze and handcrafted surface details.

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Ochre-yellow Tamegroute ceramic taper candle holder with a white taper candle inserted

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Pair of ochre-yellow ceramic taper candlesticks displayed with tableware and natural woven placemats

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Handcrafted in Morocco

Ochre Tamegroute Candle Holders

Tamegroute ceramic candle holders for taper candles, shaped by hand in ochre yellow glaze.

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Handcrafted in Tamegroute

Tamegroute candle holders in speckled ochre yellow

These Tamegroute candle holders are handmade ceramic candlesticks for taper candles, shaped like small tree trunks with branch stubs and finished in a speckled ochre yellow glaze. Each one stands between 15 and 20 cm tall (5.9 to 7.9 in). Abdelhak Az. shapes them by hand in Tamegroute, Morocco.

Choose a pair, a set of three or a set of four. Heights are mixed, so no two holders in a set are identical. Candles are not included. Gift wrapping with a note can be added after purchase, every order ships with a Kilimy Origin Passport naming the maker, and duties and taxes are included on US orders.

Where they come from

What is Tamegroute pottery?

Tamegroute pottery is glazed ceramic made in Tamegroute, a village in the Draa valley about 20 km from Zagora in southern Morocco. The village is also the historic center of the Nasiriyya Sufi order, whose zawiya has been a place of teaching since the 1640s.

Abdelhak Az. shapes each candle holder by hand, branch stubs and all, before it is glazed and fired. The ochre yellow glaze pools and speckles differently on every piece, so expect drips, dark flecks and small differences in height and shape.

The maker describes his work this way: "These pieces carry years of heritage and weeks of patience."

Fit and size

Which candles fit, and how tall they stand

The cup at the top takes a standard taper candle, about 2.2 cm (7/8 in) across. Thinner tapers may need a little candle adhesive to stand straight.

Height: each holder stands between 15 and 20 cm (5.9 to 7.9 in), and heights are mixed within a set.
Shape: a flared cup, a wide rim at mid height and a broad foot.
Weight: about 0.5 kg (1.1 lb) for a pair.

Pair, set of three or set of four

All sets mix heights between 15 and 20 cm (5.9 to 7.9 in), which is what gives a table its staggered candlelight.

Pair: a mantel, a console or a small dining table.
Set of three: a cluster on a sideboard or a coffee table.
Set of four: the length of a dining table, or two pairs for two rooms.

Tamegroute candle holders make a host gift or a housewarming gift with a story behind it. Gift wrapping with a note can be added after purchase.

Materials and Craft

Materials and size

Material: Glazed ceramic
Glaze: Ochre yellow, speckled, glossy
Shape: Tree trunk with branch stubs, flared cup, mid rim, wide foot
Making: Shaped by hand, glazed and fired
Height: 15 to 20 cm (5.9 to 7.9 in) per holder, mixed within a set
Candle cup: Fits a standard taper, about 2.2 cm (7/8 in) across
Weight: About 0.5 kg (1.1 lb) per pair
Base: Unglazed clay underneath
Sold as: Pair, set of three or set of four
Candles: Not included
In the box: The holders ordered and the Kilimy Origin Passport
Origin: Tamegroute, Draa valley, Morocco

Each holder is shaped and glazed by hand, so height, shape and glaze vary from piece to piece.

Care

Wax: let spilled wax harden, then lift it off gently.
Cleaning: wash by hand with lukewarm water and dry straight away. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
Avoid: the dishwasher, the microwave and sudden changes of temperature.

Candle safety

Never leave a lit candle unattended.
Stand the holders on a flat, heat-resistant surface, away from curtains and anything that can catch fire, and out of reach of children and pets.
Put the candle out before the flame reaches the holder.

Questions

What size candle fits?

A standard taper candle, about 2.2 cm (7/8 in) across, fits the cup at the top of each holder. Thinner tapers may need a little candle adhesive to stand straight. Candles are not included.

How tall is each candle holder?

Each holder stands between 15 and 20 cm tall (5.9 to 7.9 in). Every set mixes heights within that range, so the candles sit at staggered levels on the table.

Why are the holders in a set not identical?

Each one is shaped by hand and glazed in Tamegroute, so the height, the branch stubs and the way the ochre glaze pools and speckles differ from piece to piece. No two are alike.

What is Tamegroute pottery?

Tamegroute pottery is glazed ceramic made in Tamegroute, a village in the Draa valley about 20 km from Zagora in southern Morocco. These holders are shaped by hand there by Abdelhak Az.

Will the base scratch my table?

Our artisan team reports that the base does not scratch tables. The underside is unglazed clay, so make sure it is clean and dry before you set it on a polished surface.

How do I remove candle wax?

Let the wax harden fully, then lift it off gently. Wash the holder by hand with lukewarm water and dry it straight away. Avoid abrasive cleaners, the dishwasher and sudden changes of temperature.

Are candles included?

No. Candles are not included. Each holder takes a standard taper candle, about 2.2 cm (7/8 in) across, which you can find at most home stores.

Who made them, and where?

Abdelhak Az. makes these candle holders by hand in Tamegroute, Morocco. Kilimy verified the maker and the village, and both are recorded on the Origin Passport that ships with every order.

Shipping and Returns

Delivery and gift wrapping

These candle holders are ready to ship. Kilimy dispatches them from Morocco within 3 days by DHL Express with tracking, and express transit then takes 2 to 4 days. Shipping is free worldwide, and every holder is packed carefully to protect the glaze. Gift wrapping with a note can be added after purchase.

Duties and taxes

On US orders, import duties and taxes are included, so there is nothing to pay on delivery. In all other countries, including the UK, duties and taxes are collected on delivery.

Returns

14-day free returns. We handle the pickup. You can return unused holders within 14 days of delivery, and Kilimy arranges the pickup at no cost to you. Holders with candle wax on them cannot be returned. If a holder arrives damaged, email Kilimy support within 48 hours with photos.

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