Glass Hurricanes

Glass Hurricanes

$195.00 USD
$195.00 USD
Sale Sold out

Glass shades were originally used to protect candle flames from drafts, keeping the light steady and soft. In the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, these tall, blown-glass forms were known as candle shades, or sometimes India shades, and later became known as hurricane shades. Ours takes its shape from an early nineteenth-century example in The Met’s collection, leaving the glass clear and undecorated. We added a fitted glass base with a built-in holder for a taper, turning the traditional shade into a complete candleholder.

Each hurricane is mouth-blown in small batches by Asher Holman at his shop in Asheville, North Carolina, using silica sourced from Spruce Pine, North Carolina. Because each piece is formed by hand, subtle variations in shape, along with small bubbles and ripples in the glass, are natural traces of the making process.

View full details

Made by Small Batch Glass Blowing in Asheville, North Carolina.

Asher Holman developed his craft through years of study and work at glass studios across the United States and in Italy. Today, he makes each piece by hand in his Asheville studio.

">

softer, steadier light

“Beautiful things that are made to be used.” – Clare de Boer, owner

  • natural variation

    Each hurricane is formed by hand. Subtle variations in shape, along with small bubbles and ripples in the glass are natural.

  • glass candle base

    The base is designed to hold a taper candle with a 0.875 inch base.

Dimensions

Hurricane

From The Met Collection

This early 19th-century hurricane glass in The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection provided the starting point for our version. We kept its distinctive silhouette and clear blown-glass construction, while leaving the surface undecorated and adding a fitted glass base with a built-in holder for a taper.

Glass Hurricane

  • North Carolina Glass

    Made with high-purity silica sourced from Spruce Pine, North Carolina, and mouth-blown in Asheville.

  • Easy to Care For

    Simply hand wash with warm water and mild soap, then dry with a soft cloth.

  • Free Shipping

    Ships free via UPS Ground.

Things to Know

Each hurricane is handmade in Asheville, North Carolina using silica sourced from Spruce Pine, North Carolina.

Meant to be paired

We like to use these hurricanes in multiples. A pair on a mantel, three along a dining table, or a few gathered on a windowsill. No two are exactly alike, each one catching the candlelight a little differently.

Handle with care

Do not place the base or the shade in the dishwasher to prevent breakage. Avoid pouring boiling water on the glass as it can cause cracks.

3% of Profits to Bring back the American Chestnut

At Roseland, we're passionate tree buffs and are committed to helping bring back the iconic American chestnut to its native range. We will donate 3% of all unit-level profits at the end of 2026 to the American Chestnut Foundation and other similar efforts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I have the hurricane be made in a different size?

Unfortunately we don’t accept any customization requests at the moment. Standardized batch production is what allows for us to achieve our price point despite each piece being handmade in the United States.

What candles do you recommend to go with these?

Given that each hurricane is 12” tall and after accounting for the wick, we recommend taper candles between 10 and 11 inches thick with an 0.875 inch diameter.

How do I clean the wax off the base? 

To keep melted wax from settling onto the base, replace the candle while a small amount of wax remains. If wax does find its way onto the base, allow it to cool and harden, then gently remove it by hand.

Is the glass dishwasher safe? 

We don’t recommend putting the base or the hurricane in the dishwasher to prevent breakage.

Can I clean it with water?

If you would like to clean the hurricane with water, avoid pouring boiling water on the glass as it can cause cracks.

Can I leave it unattended while the candle is lit? 

While the glass shade will contain the fire, we don’t recommend leaving it unattended for long periods of time. 

Will the glass get hot?

When burning a candle for a long period of time, the glass might get hot. Please remove the shade with caution when taking out or blowing out the candle.

How many do I need for a dining table?

There is no required amount and it largely depends on the length of your dining table.