Oberflacht

Oberflacht (/’oːbɐflaχt/) is an ancient burial ground dating back to the 6th century AD, where the oldest conserved beeswax candles north of the Alps were found.

Shaped and shifted – Sculptured – beeswax candles handcrafted into unexpected objects, slowly changing form as they melt.

Dipped and poured – Originals – handmade beeswax candles. Traditional taper and pillar forms solidly coloured in our palette of subtle shades.

It all started with wanting to create a hand-dipped, black taper candle in the blackest black possible. To achieve the purest colour, Oberflacht realised that they needed to find a unique formula for dyeing the naturally yellow beeswax. And so, in 2020, their first product was born and the foundation laid for everything that was to follow.

Oberflacht is dedicated to handcrafting one-of-a-kind pieces: modern beeswax candles, unexpected in design and rich in colour, created using the most traditional techniques. This artful approach is the shared vision of two friends – one an aesthetic visionary with expansive knowledge in design, the other specialising in interiors, vintage furniture and artisanal objects.

Oberflacht fuses their love for unique, contemporary objects rooted in exceptional craftsmanship and traditional processes. They love beeswax, its natural smell, and the way it changes texture as it is handcrafted into candles. Oberflacht cherishes techniques of the past and strive to bring authenticity to their creations. The candles create a visual statement yet remain everyday functional objects, bringing light and casting a feeling that soothes the mind and caresses the soul.