Opaak invites you to pause and reflect on crafts that are slowly disappearing, and to recognize the value of techniques that have not been overtaken by time, but by tempo. This collection consists of a number of handmade lamps crafted from copper and enamel. By combining traditional enamel with modern shapes and contemporary manufacturing methods, a dynamic tension arises between old and new. The lamps are not merely functional objects, but also carriers of knowledge, history, and renewed appreciation.

Enameling is a wondrous craft that was once widespread but has now largely faded from our collective memory. The technique originated in antiquity around 1230 BCE, with the oldest discoveries dating back to ancient Egypt and Mycenaean Greece. In this technique, glass powder and metal fuse together under high temperatures ranging from 750°C to 850°C. The process demands time, precision, and experience, resulting in a glossy, colorfast, and corrosion-resistant finish that serves both decorative and functional purposes.