The Brooched Arum (Hera) Sconce is a minimalist wall light by the New York City-based artist and designer, Madeline Coven. Presented at Jacqueline Sullivan Gallery’s In Praise of Shadows, an exhibition that explored the interplay between light and shadow via contemporary and historical lighting, objects, and furniture, Coven’s piece explores how light and shadow create a dynamic, layered presence in our homes. 

Crafted from a blend of organic and industrial materials, The Brooched Arum (Hera) features a cowhide shade paired with metallic elements of pewter and aluminum, forming an insect-like brooch that adorns the sconce. This innovative combination of materials creates a striking interplay between light and shadow, adding depth and intrigue to its design.

The cowhide shade softly diffuses a warm glow, while its sculptural, trumpet-like form echoes that of the namesake Arum flower. Both raw and elegant, the sconce celebrates the subtle yet profound ways light and shadow shape the emotional and aesthetic depth of everyday spaces.