Completely for sale and no worries, they are only human-like. Human Candles let you flirt with the macabre in a safe, non-committal way. Think morbid curiosity meets sculptural design, where body parts slowly melt, drip, and transform as the candle burns.
Creepy but Clever
There is something oddly mesmerizing about watching these forms change over time. The experience feels theatrical rather than disturbing, leaning into dark humor and conceptual art instead of shock value. It is the kind of object that makes guests pause, stare, and ask questions.
Art You Can Burn
Created by artist Anna Sternick, these candles blur the line between functional object and art piece. Each one feels intentional and sculptural, turning something as simple as a candle into a performance of wax and time.
Whether you see them as cheeky, creepy, or just plain cool, Human Candles are definitely not your average home accessory.
Credits
Artist and Manufacturer: Anna Sternick
Shop: Uncanny Art Shop on Etsy
Medium: Sculptural candles
Manufactured by artist Anna Sternick and purchasable at her Etsy shop Uncanny Art Shop.
