Engels Kerzen: Engels objects

Decorative Fir Tree L High-Gloss Metallic Gold

Christmas has dressed up in gold

A Christmas tree that neither drops needles nor expects to be decorated every December: the Tanne L High-Gloss Gold Metallic sculptural candle by Engels Kerzen turns a familiar festive silhouette into a surprisingly pared-back decorative object. At 27.5 cm high and 12.4 cm in diameter, this large tree-shaped candle has enough presence for an Advent wreath, sideboard or festive dining table without taking over the entire setting. Its tiered shape feels graphic and contemporary, while the glossy Gold Metallic surface catches candlelight and reflects it with a warm glow. Made in Germany from solid-coloured paraffin wax, the candle is handcrafted and dipped, using vegan, REACH-certified paraffin. Weighing 1.139 kg, it has a reassuringly substantial feel, while a burn time of up to 140 hours means it can illuminate considerably more than one Sunday in Advent. Almost too lovely to light? We understand. It was made for it, though.

A Christmas tree with a talent for tablescaping

The golden tree candle belongs to the ENGELS OBJEKTE collection, where candles become decorative objects in their own right. That idea comes into its own at Christmas, as the clean silhouette needs surprisingly little decoration around it. Place it at the heart of an Advent wreath, display it solo on a suitable candle plate or introduce it among glassware, tableware and seasonal accessories for a festive table that does not look as though decorating it required an entire afternoon. Gold is wonderfully easy to combine, too: pair it with deep green and natural materials for a classic mood, cream and beige for something quieter, or stronger colours for a more playful approach. It also makes a thoughtful Christmas gift for anyone who enjoys the festive season but can happily live without an army of decorative reindeer.

They know a thing or two about wax

Engels Kerzen has been making candles in its German manufactory since 1933, combining traditional craftsmanship with a distinctly contemporary approach to candle design. Wax, wick, burning characteristics and form are considered together, something that becomes particularly relevant with sculptural candles such as this tree, where precise contours and a carefully finished surface create much of the appeal. Paraffin is well suited to decorative candles thanks to its dimensional stability, storage qualities and reliable burning characteristics. According to Engels Kerzen, the paraffin it uses is refined in Germany and subject to strict quality controls. The result is a candle where decoration and function do not have to compete. That balance between thoughtful design, craftsmanship and objects worth bringing out again next year sits naturally with the way we curate at LIVOSY: not simply for one passing trend, but for the atmosphere a piece can create over time.

A little golden glow for December

The Engels Tanne sculptural candle in Gold Metallic works beautifully with Advent wreaths, candle holders, bowls and other Christmas accessories. Within the Engels Kerzen collection, try combining it with Fine Line taper and pillar candles, Klassik ribbed candles or other sculptural candles. Mixing heights and silhouettes creates an arrangement that feels considered without becoming overly formal. For an even burn, Engels recommends trimming the wick to approximately 1 cm before first lighting and checking it again before each use, removing any residue where necessary. Dust or fingerprints on the glossy finish can be carefully polished away with fine nylon. So the golden tree can begin life as a decorative object, become a source of warm candlelight and return next Advent for another appearance. Some Christmas traditions are worth keeping around.