This tea light holder comes in two parts: the rounded forms of yin and yang nestle into one another, together tracing one of the best-known symbols of Eastern thought. Lit with two tea lights, the warm light of the salt crystal gently highlights where the two halves meet.
The meaning of yin and yang
Yin-yang symbolises the constant interplay of opposites and the pursuit of balance: dark and light, receptive and active are not adversaries but complementary forces in continual cycle. On a table, a shelf or in a meditation corner it is a quiet reminder to seek harmony.
About Himalayan salt crystal
The holder is made of natural Himalayan salt crystal, which is not dyed; its shade can range from pale pink to deeper amber, and its surface may be gently uneven due to the grainy structure of the salt. Together the two halves weigh around 1600–1800 grams and hold two tea lights.
Light, use and care
The light of the two tea lights filters through the translucent salt to give a warm, amber radiance – intimate, soothing lighting for the evening. Always use it on a heat-resistant, stable surface, and never leave a burning candle unattended. Salt is hygroscopic, so it stays at its best kept in a dry place and wiped with a soft cloth. As it is carved from a natural salt block, colour and shape vary slightly from piece to piece.