Mono Aurel · Handmade Sculptural Atelier

Handcrafted Sculptural Objects for Remarkable Interiors

Collectible lighting, sculptures and architectural objects shaped by hand and made to order.

  • Insured delivery included
  • Approve before it ships
  • US customs duties covered

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The pieces our clients choose most.

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In real homes

Mono Aurel, installed.

Photographs of our sculptures in the residences, entrances and gardens they were made for — in New Jersey, California, New York, Michigan, Florida and Spain.

How Ordering Works

From order to doorstep, in five steps.

Every piece is made after you order it. Here is exactly what happens, and when.

  1. Place your order

    Choose your piece, size and finish. Checkout is secure and your delivery is arranged from the moment the order is confirmed.

  2. Production begins

    Your piece is shaped and finished by hand in the atelier. Standard production typically takes 5–10 business days.

  3. Receive regular photos and videos

    We share progress visuals at each important stage, so you always know where your piece stands.

  4. Approve the finished piece

    Detailed final photos and video are sent to you. Nothing is dispatched until you have approved it.

  5. Insured delivery is arranged

    Your piece is packed like artwork and shipped door to door, tracked and insured, typically 7–14 business days in transit to the United States, Canada and Europe.

Custom Commissions

Have a Space in Mind?

3 free design concepts

Send us a photo of your space and approximate dimensions. We will prepare three complimentary initial design directions. Detailed development, revisions, technical work and production begin after a concept is selected and the commission is confirmed.

  • 01
    Send Your Space

    Share a photograph, approximate measurements and any ideas or references.

  • 02
    Receive 3 Free Concepts

    We prepare three initial sculpture designs created specifically for your space.

  • 03
    Choose If You Love One

    Review the concepts freely. Detailed development begins only after you confirm the commission.

  • 04
    Approve Before Shipping

    Follow the handmade production process and review the finished sculpture before dispatch.

No design fee. No obligation to order.

Explore the process and submit your space

Trade enquiries welcome — interior designers, architects, hotels and galleries.

“Designed for one space. Made only once.” — The Atelier

Material & Texture

Mineral. Tactile. Architectural.

Each piece is shaped over a lightweight sculptural core and finished by hand with multiple mineral plaster layers to create its distinctive stone-like surface — dense like stone, warm like clay. The core keeps large architectural forms manageable to position and deliver. Run a hand across one and you feel the tool marks, the grain, the quiet evidence of its making.

Mineral plaster surface layered by hand, showing natural grain
Mineral plaster, layered by hand
Close-up of a hand-finished, stone-like plaster surface
Stone-like surface, warm to the touch
Natural light falling across a sculptural mineral plaster form
Organic forms, architectural presence
  • Lightweight sculptural coreEach piece is built around a lightweight, high-density core — stable, carved by hand and far lighter than solid stone.
  • Mineral plasterLayered mineral plaster, applied and carved back for a stone-like surface. Never molded plastic.
  • Natural pigmentsIvory, bone and warm sand — mineral tones worked into the surface, softening beautifully with light.
  • Hand finishingSanded and refined entirely by hand. The subtle tool marks that remain are the maker's signature.
  • Protective coatingA sealing coat protects the surface for daily life while preserving its natural, tactile feel.
  • Surface variationNo two surfaces repeat. Gentle variation in grain and tone is inherent to every piece — and intended.

For designers and architects

The Mono Aurel Trade Program

For interior designers, architects, design studios and hospitality projects.

  • A flat 15% trade discount on eligible collection pieces
  • Dedicated project support: one point of contact for specification, samples and coordination
  • Bespoke scale, finish and form, developed with your studio
  • Physical finish samples to present to your clients
Apply to the Trade Program

Questions, Answered

Everything you may want to know.

Buying a sculptural piece from another country should feel effortless. If anything is unclear, write to us — a real person from the atelier replies.

Ask Us Anything
How long does production take?

Each piece is handmade to order. Standard production typically takes approximately 5–10 business days unless a product page states a different timeline. Custom commissions and highly detailed pieces may require additional time. We share progress photos and videos throughout production and provide final visuals for approval before dispatch.

How long does delivery take, and is it insured?

Once dispatched, transit typically takes 7–14 business days to the United States, Canada and Europe, and 10–21 business days to the rest of the world, depending on destination and service. Delivery is tracked, insured and arranged door to door, and is included in the displayed price unless a product page or checkout states otherwise. Unexpected carrier or customs delays can occur.

What about customs, duties and taxes?

For orders delivered within the United States, applicable customs duties and import charges are covered by Mono Aurel. For deliveries to all other countries, customs duties, import taxes and related charges are the buyer’s responsibility. Any applicable sales taxes are displayed at checkout where required.

What are the pieces made of?

Each piece is shaped over a lightweight sculptural core and finished by hand with multiple mineral plaster layers to create its distinctive stone-like surface. The engineered core is what allows large architectural forms to stay manageable for placement and delivery. Mineral pigments, limewash tones and protective finishes are applied by hand according to the selected surface treatment.

Can I request a custom size, colour or design?

Yes. Send us a photo of your space and approximate dimensions through the Custom Commissions page. We will prepare three complimentary initial design directions. Detailed development, revisions, technical work and production begin after a concept is selected and the commission is confirmed. Colours can be matched to RAL, NCS or Pantone references.

Can the sculptures be used outdoors?

Selected pieces are suitable for sheltered outdoor spaces such as covered terraces and patios. If a piece will live outside, tell us before ordering — we can apply additional protective sealing and advise on placement.

How are the pieces packed?

Like artwork. Each sculpture is wrapped, cushioned and suspended inside a double-walled crate or box designed for its exact shape.

Is payment secure?

Yes. All payments are processed through Shopify’s PCI-compliant, encrypted checkout. We never see or store your card details, and major cards, PayPal and local payment methods are supported.

What if I change my mind, or something is wrong with my piece?

Made-to-order production does not make a piece final sale. Standard catalogue pieces — products listed on monoaurel.com and ordered in one of their standard listed sizes, colours and finishes — can be returned within 14 days of delivery in accordance with our Refund Policy. Pieces made specifically to your own specification, such as a bespoke commission, cannot be returned solely because of a change of mind. If any piece arrives damaged, defective or incorrect, contact us at info@monoaurel.com within 7 calendar days of delivery with photographs of the piece and its packaging. We also send a detailed final video before dispatch and ship only once you have approved it; if you are not satisfied before shipment, we will remake the piece or refund you. Every piece carries a one-year limited warranty for the original purchaser, running from the date of delivery, against verified manufacturing defects and product faults under the product's stated intended use. Where we verify a claim, we provide a replacement or a refund, and in most cases you will not be asked to return the original piece. Transit damage is not part of the warranty and is reported within 7 calendar days of delivery. Full terms are on our Warranty page.

Do you work with interior designers and architects?

Yes. Interior designers, architects, design studios and hospitality projects can apply to the Mono Aurel Trade Program. Approved trade clients receive a flat 15% trade discount on eligible collection pieces, dedicated project support and bespoke development. Custom projects are quoted individually.

The Atelier List

From the workbench, occasionally.

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