The Black Orchid Collection was inspired by the powerful sensuality of orchids and the rich ambiance of haute couture – strikingly simple yet full of the most extreme detail. The collection has an almost gothic feeling – opiated, lush, and smoldering – like the dark, velvety atmosphere of a luxurious evening.
"There is something so seductive about orchids. In blackened nickel, they are even more sublime, like a woman wearing a black velvet gown floating through a great estate or a glassy urban high-rise. The dark atmosphere of the orchids against the hammered metal is like the afterglow of a beautiful evening."

DETAILS & MATERIALS

Set of 4
Pot 9.5"L x 4"W x 7.5"H, 13.5 Oz.
Spoon 10.75"L
Cup 2.25"H 2.25" Dia.
Saucer .5"H 4.75" Dia.
Porcelain
Stainless Steel
Black Nickelplate

Michael Aram is an award-winning American artist who has dedicated his career to craft-based design. Lyrical and often witty, his work encompasses a wide range of media and reveals a rich and variant source of inspiration – nature, mythology, narrative storytelling, and purified form.

Michael Aram

Black Orchid Coffee Pot & Demitasse Set

Title

Coffee & Tea

The Michael Aram Pomegranate Collection takes its inspiration from one of the most universal and ancient symbols in the world. The fruit has been prized across the globe, across cultures and across time as a representation of life, rebirth, and renewal as well as fertility and union. "I grew up around pomegranates - from their use as natural dyes on the antique rugs I used to crawl on as a baby to an integral ingredient in the food that I love. When I'm at my home in New Delhi, I wake each morning to the taste of fresh squeezed pomegranate juice. The color, the smell, the delicate flavor all make it feel like a magical elixir to me."
DETAILS AND MATERIALS

9"L x 8.5"W x 10.5"H
Stainless Steel
Oxidized Brass
Goldplate 24K

Pomegranate Vase

Vases

The Michael Aram Pomegranate Collection takes its inspiration from one of the most universal and ancient symbols in the world. The fruit has been prized across the globe, across cultures and across time as a representation of life, rebirth, and renewal as well as fertility and union. "I grew up around pomegranates - from their use as natural dyes on the antique rugs I used to crawl on as a baby to an integral ingredient in the food that I love. When I'm at my home in New Delhi, I wake each morning to the taste of fresh squeezed pomegranate juice. The color, the smell, the delicate flavor all make it feel like a magical elixir to me."
DETAILS AND MATERIALS

13"L x 12"W x 5.5"H
Bowl 5.5"H, 11" Dia.
Stainless Steel, Glass
Oxidized Brass
Goldplate 24K

Pomegranate Glass Serving Bowl

Serving Bowls

The Butterfly Ginkgo Collection celebrates the representation of flora as fauna. Michael's fascination with a particular type of ginkgo tree , the Ginkgo Biloba, or "Butterfly Ginkgo", which grows with a double leaf reminiscent of a butterfly's wings, gave rise to a fantasia image of the plant. Executed at the highest level of handcraftsmanship, each piece is rendered in solid brass with hand etched cocoon-shaped vessels. The pieces in the collection are a tour de force of the handcrafted process, capturing the poetic spirit that is so deeply indicative of Michael's work.
"The first time I saw this tree, it literally looked like it had been completely overtaken by butterflies... as if they would all take flight the moment I walked too close or made a noise. The idea that the leaves could evoke the beauty of butterflies was magical to me, like trees that can metamorphose from flora to fauna in the blink of an eye."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

3.5"W x 4.25"H
Hand Textured Stainless Steel
Natural & Oxidized Brass
White Enamel

Butterfly Ginkgo Bud Vase

The Butterfly Ginkgo Collection celebrates the representation of flora as fauna. Michael's fascination with a particular type of ginkgo tree , the Ginkgo Biloba, or "Butterfly Ginkgo", which grows with a double leaf reminiscent of a butterfly's wings, gave rise to a fantasia image of the plant. Executed at the highest level of handcraftsmanship, each piece is rendered in solid brass with hand etched cocoon-shaped vessels. The pieces in the collection are a tour de force of the handcrafted process, capturing the poetic spirit that is so deeply indicative of Michael's work. "The first time I saw this tree, it literally looked like it had been completely overtaken by butterflies... as if they would all take flight the moment I walked too close or made a noise. The idea that the leaves could evoke the beauty of butterflies was magical to me, like trees that can metamorphose from flora to fauna in the blink of an eye." DETAILS & MATERIALS

8"H
12" Dia.
72 Oz.
Hand Textured Stainless Steel
Natural & Oxidized Brass

Butterfly Ginkgo Fruit Bowl

The Enchanted Forest Jewelry collection is inspired by the natural world, which is endlessly evolving. The designs capture the ephemeral spirit of the forest and the organic textures found there. The colorful jewels evoke a dreamlike vision of nature. "The forest is my muse. Her embrace of branches, tactile and nurturing, are a metaphor for life itself. Reflecting humanity, she is vibrant with the dawn of new possibility."

DETAILS - Bangle Width 3mm
MATERIALS - 18K Yellow Gold
White Diamonds

Enchanted Forest Bangle Bracelet With Diamonds

Bracelets: Bangle

The Ivy & Oak Collection is inspired by the picturesque hamlet built for Marie Antoinette at the palace of Versailles. The collection reflects the beauty of nature and the love of a country existence - or at least how the royal palace architects romanticized it at the whim of a young queen. The simple shape of each piece is inspired by the bucket Marie Antoinette carried as she pretended to be a milkmaid at her village refuge.
“I wanted to capture the balance between palace and country life in this collection. The delicate, winding cast ivy wraps around faux-bois etched metal elements))$9@; :9&, offering a romanticized interpretation of a simple life on the farm.”
DETAILS & MATERIALS

10.5”L x 3”W x 4”H
Hand Textured Stainless Steel
Natural Brass
Powdercoat

Ivy & Oak Cutlery Caddy

Serving Utensils

The Dogwood Collection is inspired by the beautiful flowering tree, native to North America. Dogwood, as interpreted in metal, is enhanced with white enamel petals while its branches are finished in oxidized brass. These artful pieces integrate well in traditional and contemporary settings.
"I wanted to capture the drama and beauty of the dogwood tree as I remembered them from my childhood. There is something significant and tender about the mix of bronze branches and soft hued blossoms."
DETAILS AND MATERIALS

2.25"H
4.5" Dia.
Spoon 6"L
Stainless Steel
Natural & Oxidized Brass
Brass Plate
White Enamel

Dogwood High Bowl Small W/ Spoon

The Michael Aram White Orchid Collection illuminates the ethereal spirit of the orchid flower. Evocative of purity, delicacy, femininity and grace, the white metal version offers a strikingly different appeal than its black counterpart. While the sculpture is just as exuberant and detailed, in white, these flowers take on a simplicity that is completely unique. There is a sense of lightness, freshness and even innocence - each petal seemingly untouched and pure. "Orchids naturally emit a sense of sensuality and seductiveness, but in white nickel they take on a completely different meaning - an element of brightness that I associate with new beginnings. When I think of white orchids, I imagine the purity and sweetness of a newborn child, or a newlywed couple at the beginning of their lifelong journey."
DETAILS AND MATERIALS

(Set of 2) 11"L
Nickelplate
Stainless Steel

White Orchid Serving Set

The Calla Lily Collection is inspired by the beauty of the calla lily flower. The architectural, curving shape of the flower is strong, yet suggests an intense sensuality. The flower is associated with weddings as is symbolic of purity and innocence. "I was thinking of the romance of weddings and how bouquets often use flowers which carry symbolism. I remembered a picture of a woman I had seen holding her bouquet of calla lilies. She was classic, timeless, and modern all at once. There is something so alluring about the billowy flowers and arching stems which feel contemporary, yet still utterly romantic."

DETAILS - 7.5"L x 6"W x 13"H
MATERIALS - Stainless Steel
Natural Brass
White Enamel

Calla Lily Large Vase

The Butterfly Ginkgo Collection celebrates the representation of flora as fauna. Michael's fascination with a particular type of ginkgo tree , the Ginkgo Biloba, or "Butterfly Ginkgo", which grows with a double leaf reminiscent of a butterfly's wings, gave rise to a fantasia image of the plant. Executed at the highest level of handcraftsmanship, each piece is rendered in solid brass with hand etched cocoon-shaped vessels. The pieces in the collection are a tour de force of the handcrafted process, capturing the poetic spirit that is so deeply indicative of Michael's work.
"The first time I saw this tree, it literally looked like it had been completely overtaken by butterflies... as if they would all take flight the moment I walked too close or made a noise. The idea that the leaves could evoke the beauty of butterflies was magical to me, like trees that can metamorphose from flora to fauna in the blink of an eye."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

10.25"L x 4"W x 2.25"H
Oxidized
Stainless Steel

Twig Tongs

The Calla Lily Collection is inspired by the beauty of the calla lily flower. The architectural, curving shape of the flower is strong, yet suggests an intense sensuality. The flower is associated with weddings as is symbolic of purity and innocence. "I was thinking of the romance of weddings and how bouquets often use flowers which carry symbolism. I remembered a picture of a woman I had seen holding her bouquet of calla lilies. She was classic, timeless, and modern all at once. There is something so alluring about the billowy flowers and arching stems which feel contemporary, yet still utterly romantic."

DETAILS - Serving - 13.75"L x 12.75"W x 6"H, 12" Dia.
Large - 11.5"L x 10.5"W x 5"H, 10.5" Dia.
Medium - 10"L x 9"W x 4"H, 9" Dia.
MATERIALS - Hand Textured Stainless Steel
Natural Brass
White Enamel

Calla Lily Bowl

Size

The Ocean Reef Collection is inspired by the bounty and beauty found on the ocean floor. The ocean is symbolic of freedom and limitlessness, and coral represents renewal and strength. Coral reefs are also associated with healing, transformation, and refuge in the face of change. "I was inspired by the resilient beauty and the tranquility of the undersea world. I remember picking up shells and bits of coral as a child and imagining the quiet strength of the undersea universe from which they came."
SCENT NOTES
Comforting notes of Lush Orange Orchard and Lemongrass with hints of Verbena, Clover and Vetiver
DETAILS & MATERIALS

4.5"H, 3.75" Dia.
13.5 Oz. Soy Wax
60 Hour Burn
Glass
Stainless Steel
Enamel

Ocean Reef Candle

Candles

The Astrological Series of Boxes takes its inspiration from imagery surrounding the belief that the position of the sun, moon, and stars may influence human beings and determine our interaction with the world around us. There is something magical and mystical about our relationship to the cosmos and its potentially profound effect on us. Libra is represented by the scales which highlight the need for balance and harmony in life. Librans always want to make things right and aim for fair treatment of all. They are able to put themselves in another's shoes and see things from a different point of view. Librans are highly intelligent, but often hide this behind their easygoing exterior. They love variety and new experiences. Because of their energy and stamina, they are often highly prized as partners and coworkers. Libra (September 23-October 22)
DETAILS & MATERIALS

4.5" Dia
1.75"H
Antique Goldtone
Marble

Zodiac Box - Libra

Bed & Bath

The Astrological Series of Boxes takes its inspiration from imagery surrounding the belief that the position of the sun, moon, and stars may influence human beings and determine our interaction with the world around us. There is something magical and mystical about our relationship to the cosmos and its potentially profound effect on us. The sign of Cancer is represented by the crab and characterized by a love of home, family, and domesticity. To Cancers, a strong bond of empathy with another person is far more important than reason or logic. A quiet evening alone with friends is an ideal experience for those born under this sign. With Cancerians, there is always something more than meets the eye. Although Cancer crabs are protective and patient, they are very persistent and persuasive; always driven to accomplish their goals.

DETAILS - 4.5" Dia
1.75"H
MATERIALS - Antique Goldtone
Marble

Zodiac Box - Cancer

The Calla Lily Collection is inspired by the beauty of the calla lily flower. The architectural, curving shape of the flower is strong, yet suggests an intense sensuality. The flower is associated with weddings as is symbolic of purity and innocence. "I was thinking of the romance of weddings and how bouquets often use flowers which carry symbolism. I remembered a picture of a woman I had seen holding her bouquet of calla lilies. She was classic, timeless, and modern all at once. There is something so alluring about the billowy flowers and arching stems which feel contemporary, yet still utterly romantic."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

4.5"H
3.25" Dia.
Stainless Steel
Natural Brass

Calla Lily Metal Cup

The Michael Aram White Orchid Collection illuminates the ethereal spirit of the orchid flower. Evocative of purity, delicacy, femininity and grace, the white metal version offers a strikingly different appeal than its black counterpart. While the sculpture is just as exuberant and detailed, in white, these flowers take on a simplicity that is completely unique. There is a sense of lightness, freshness and even innocence - each petal seemingly untouched and pure. "Orchids naturally emit a sense of sensuality and seductiveness, but in white nickel they take on a completely different meaning - an element of brightness that I associate with new beginnings. When I think of white orchids, I imagine the purity and sweetness of a newborn child, or a newlywed couple at the beginning of their lifelong journey."
DETAILS AND MATERIALS

4.5"L x 4.5"W x 6.25"H
Stainless Steel
Nickelplate

White Orchid Tissue Box Holder

Bathroom Accessories

The Michael Aram White Orchid Collection illuminates the ethereal spirit of the orchid flower. Evocative of purity, delicacy, femininity and grace, the white metal version offers a strikingly different appeal than its black counterpart. While the sculpture is just as exuberant and detailed, in white, these flowers take on a simplicity that is completely unique. There is a sense of lightness, freshness and even innocence - each petal seemingly untouched and pure. "Orchids naturally emit a sense of sensuality and seductiveness, but in white nickel they take on a completely different meaning - an element of brightness that I associate with new beginnings. When I think of white orchids, I imagine the purity and sweetness of a newborn child, or a newlywed couple at the beginning of their lifelong journey."
DETAILS AND MATERIALS

5.75"H
4" Dia.
Nickelplate
Stainless Steel

White Orchid Ring Catch

The Mirage Collection is inspired by Michael's workshop in India and his love of ancient craftsmanship. Made using traditional hand forging techniques, Mirage has a contemporary feel that reflects the modernity of design. The forged steel becomes pliable under the force of the hammer to create a rippled and undulating effect, which reminds Michael of waves and dunes. Once polished, the stainless-steel shimmers in the light, like the sun on the water. "I am fascinated with the idea of nature's tricks. Just like the elusive mirage in the desert, the hammered polished metal belies the material, mimicking the illusions created between the sun and water."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

14.5"L x 5"W x 0.5"H - undefined
Hand Textured Stainless Steel - undefined

Mirage Vanity Tray

The Butterfly Ginkgo Collection celebrates the representation of flora as fauna. Michael's fascination with a particular type of ginkgo tree , the Ginkgo Biloba, or "Butterfly Ginkgo", which grows with a double leaf reminiscent of a butterfly's wings, gave rise to a fantasia image of the plant. Executed at the highest level of handcraftsmanship, each piece is rendered in solid brass with hand etched cocoon-shaped vessels. The pieces in the collection are a tour de force of the handcrafted process, capturing the poetic spirit that is so deeply indicative of Michael's work.
"The first time I saw this tree, it literally looked like it had been completely overtaken by butterflies... as if they would all take flight the moment I walked too close or made a noise. The idea that the leaves could evoke the beauty of butterflies was magical to me, like trees that can metamorphose from flora to fauna in the blink of an eye."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

3.25"H
4.5" Dia.
Hand Textured Stainless Steel
Natural & Oxidized Brass
White Enamel

Butterfly Ginkgo Round Trinket Box

The Butterfly Ginkgo Collection celebrates the representation of flora as fauna. Michael's fascination with a particular type of ginkgo tree , the Ginkgo Biloba, or "Butterfly Ginkgo", which grows with a double leaf reminiscent of a butterfly's wings, gave rise to a fantasia image of the plant. Executed at the highest level of handcraftsmanship, each piece is rendered in solid brass with hand etched cocoon-shaped vessels. The pieces in the collection are a tour de force of the handcrafted process, capturing the poetic spirit that is so deeply indicative of Michael's work.
"The first time I saw this tree, it literally looked like it had been completely overtaken by butterflies... as if they would all take flight the moment I walked too close or made a noise. The idea that the leaves could evoke the beauty of butterflies was magical to me, like trees that can metamorphose from flora to fauna in the blink of an eye."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

5"L x 4.5"W x 6.5"H
Hand Textured Stainless Steel
Natural & Oxidized Brass
Powdercoat

Butterfly Ginkgo Tissue Box

The Calla Lily Collection is inspired by the beauty of the calla lily flower. The architectural, curving shape of the flower is strong, yet suggests an intense sensuality. The flower is associated with weddings as is symbolic of purity and innocence. "I was thinking of the romance of weddings and how bouquets often use flowers which carry symbolism. I remembered a picture of a woman I had seen holding her bouquet of calla lilies. She was classic, timeless, and modern all at once. There is something so alluring about the billowy flowers and arching stems which feel contemporary, yet still utterly romantic."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

5.75"H
3.25" Dia.
Marble
Natural Brass
White Enamel

Calla Lily Round Container

Pisces (February 18 - March 19)
The Astrological Series of Boxes takes its inspiration from imagery surrounding the belief that the position of the sun, moon, and stars may influence human beings and determine our interaction with the world around us. There is something magical and mystical about our relationship to the cosmos and its potentially profound effect on us. Pisces is represented by the fish, who is modest, but highly evolved. Pisceans are dreamy, spiritual and deeply emotional. They are empathetic towards others and highly sensitive to their difficulties. They are honest, unselfish, and often have quiet dispositions. Pisceans are highly intuitive and trust their instincts. They have strength of character and will stand up for what they believe in.
DETAILS & MATERIALS

4.5" Dia
1.75"H
Antique Goldtone
Marble

Zodiac Box - Pisces

The Butterfly Ginkgo Collection celebrates the representation of flora as fauna. Michael's fascination with a particular type of ginkgo tree , the Ginkgo Biloba, or "Butterfly Ginkgo", which grows with a double leaf reminiscent of a butterfly's wings, gave rise to a fantasia image of the plant. Executed at the highest level of handcraftsmanship, each piece is rendered in solid brass with hand etched cocoon-shaped vessels. The pieces in the collection are a tour de force of the handcrafted process, capturing the poetic spirit that is so deeply indicative of Michael's work.
"The first time I saw this tree, it literally looked like it had been completely overtaken by butterflies... as if they would all take flight the moment I walked too close or made a noise. The idea that the leaves could evoke the beauty of butterflies was magical to me, like trees that can metamorphose from flora to fauna in the blink of an eye."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

9.25"L x 8.25"W x 2"H
Hand Textured Stainless Steel
Natural & Oxidized Brass

Butterfly Ginkgo Round Platter

Serving Platters

This collection is inspired by anemone flowers, which in some cultures are said to bring good luck and offer protection. The flowers are associated with purity and peace. "For me, there is a beauty and gracefulness inherent in anemones. The curving stems and vibrant blooms are feminine and deeply alluring."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

7"L x 6.25"W x 2.75"H
Black Marble
Natural & Oxidized Brass
White Enamel

Anemone Trinket Tray

The Butterfly Ginkgo Collection celebrates the representation of flora as fauna. Michael's fascination with a particular type of ginkgo tree , the Ginkgo Biloba, or "Butterfly Ginkgo", which grows with a double leaf reminiscent of a butterfly's wings, gave rise to a fantasia image of the plant. Executed at the highest level of handcraftsmanship, each piece is rendered in solid brass with hand etched cocoon-shaped vessels. The pieces in the collection are a tour de force of the handcrafted process, capturing the poetic spirit that is so deeply indicative of Michael's work.
"The first time I saw this tree, it literally looked like it had been completely overtaken by butterflies... as if they would all take flight the moment I walked too close or made a noise. The idea that the leaves could evoke the beauty of butterflies was magical to me, like trees that can metamorphose from flora to fauna in the blink of an eye."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

8.5"L x 7.75"W x 2.5"H
7" Dia.
Marble
Natural & Oxidized Brass

Butterfly Ginkgo Trinket Tray

The Michael Aram White Orchid Collection illuminates the ethereal spirit of the orchid flower. Evocative of purity, delicacy, femininity and grace, the white metal version offers a strikingly different appeal than its black counterpart. While the sculpture is just as exuberant and detailed, in white, these flowers take on a simplicity that is completely unique. There is a sense of lightness, freshness and even innocence - each petal seemingly untouched and pure. "Orchids naturally emit a sense of sensuality and seductiveness, but in white nickel they take on a completely different meaning - an element of brightness that I associate with new beginnings. When I think of white orchids, I imagine the purity and sweetness of a newborn child, or a newlywed couple at the beginning of their lifelong journey."
DETAILS AND MATERIALS

11.25"L x 10.25"W x 2.25"H
Nickelplate
Stainless Steel

White Orchid Seder Plate

The Butterfly Ginkgo Collection celebrates the representation of flora as fauna. Michael's fascination with a particular type of ginkgo tree , the Ginkgo Biloba, or "Butterfly Ginkgo", which grows with a double leaf reminiscent of a butterfly's wings, gave rise to a fantasia image of the plant. Executed at the highest level of handcraftsmanship, each piece is rendered in solid brass with hand etched cocoon-shaped vessels. The pieces in the collection are a tour de force of the handcrafted process, capturing the poetic spirit that is so deeply indicative of Michael's work.
"The first time I saw this tree, it literally looked like it had been completely overtaken by butterflies... as if they would all take flight the moment I walked too close or made a noise. The idea that the leaves could evoke the beauty of butterflies was magical to me, like trees that can metamorphose from flora to fauna in the blink of an eye."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

8.25"L x 6.5"W x 3.5"H
Removable Bowl 2.5"H, 5.75" Dia.
Spoon 6"L
Hand Textured Stainless Steel
Natural & Oxidized Brass
Glass

Butterfly Ginkgo Glass Nut Dish W/ Spoon

Tabletop & Dining

Inspired by the cause and effect of the natural world, the Ripple Effect Collection celebrates the rhythm of nature. Handmade and modern in design, the pieces are perfect for everyday and bring a sense of calm and luxury into the home. "I sculpted a piece years ago which had a concentric rippled surface. The piece haunted me with its simplicity and sense of connectedness to the natural world. I think events of nature such as raindrops falling on water, wind sweeping across sand, and ocean currents slowly smoothing a pebble mark our passage through time and make impressions, however fleeting, which gently leave a trace on the world."
DETAILS AND MATERIALS

1.5"H, 14.75" Dia
Bowl 2.5"H
4.75" Dia.
Stainless Steel

Ripple Effect Chip & Dip

The Michael Aram Pomegranate Collection takes its inspiration from one of the most universal and ancient symbols in the world. The fruit has been prized across the globe, across cultures and across time as a representation of life, rebirth, and renewal as well as fertility and union. "I grew up around pomegranates - from their use as natural dyes on the antique rugs I used to crawl on as a baby to an integral ingredient in the food that I love. When I'm at my home in New Delhi, I wake each morning to the taste of fresh squeezed pomegranate juice. The color, the smell, the delicate flavor all make it feel like a magical elixir to me."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

10"L x 8.5"W x 3.25"H
Stainless Steel
Oxidized Brass
Goldplate 24K