The Art of Ageing Gracefully: Why We Love Brass

Brass isn’t a material that fades with time, it transforms. From luminous shine to a rich, storied patina, brass grows more beautiful the longer it lives in your home.

A Material That Tells a Story. Unlike other metals that lose their luster, brass evolves. Where hands touch, it shines brighter. Where time rests, it deepens into muted tones. This duality means every brass piece becomes uniquely yours, carrying the marks of daily rituals and the passage of years.

At Mararamiro, we choose brass fittings and details with intention. Solid hardware that will last a lifetime. Candle accessories that enrich simple moments. Lamps that connect ceramic bases to light itself. Across cultures and centuries, brass has been trusted for objects that endure, both functional and treasured.

“Brass carries its history on the surface. Every change, every mark, is a story of time well-lived.”

— Tanya Tessier, Founder of Mararamiro

To Polish or Not to Polish. Brass can be as refined or as lived-in as you wish.

Polished: Use a soft cloth and a gentle brass cleaner to restore its golden shine.

Patinaed: Leave it untouched, allowing air, light, and use to write their story on the surface.

Both approaches are beautiful. Often the most compelling interiors embrace a balance - gleaming accents alongside aged brass that anchors a room with depth and character.

Living with Brass. Whether in the form of a candle spike, incense burner, hardware, or sculptural lamp, brass teaches us that beauty comes not from resisting time, but from embracing it. Each piece evolves with you, reflecting the rhythm of your home and the rituals within it.