Reconstructed Sandstone
Cast from sandstone aggregate and mineral binders. It retains the warmth and texture of natural stone, and over time acquires a noble patina
Thirty-five years at the sculptor's table
We work with materials that are built to last not a season, but generations.
Manifesto
We create things that last
Chronos's philosophy is to create pieces that are meant to last not just one season, but many generations. We design every model leaving our studio to naturally blend into any space, regardless of its character.
Komorów, Chronos workshop.
Studio
Since 1988 in Komorów.
Established almost forty years ago, the Chronos collection initially comprised only sundials. Over time, as more clocks were acquired, there arose a need to design suitable pedestals for them. Early models of planters and vases also looked impressive on these pedestals. And so, year after year, the collection expanded with new elements of garden architecture, and later also urban and park architecture, as well as items for interior design.
Fountains, sculptures, benches, and many other architectural details make up the collection, which now numbers several hundred different models. Each year, we create new designs – also made to individual order, using various materials and modern technologies. But always maintaining classical proportions and moderation.
Materials
Our materials
Galvanized Steel
Immersed in molten zinc at a temperature of 450°C, so the protective layer grows into the metal and does not flake off for decades.
Granite
An intrusive igneous rock with a crystalline structure. It formed from magma millions of years ago and has cared little about what happens on the surface ever since
Stainless Steel
An alloy of iron, chromium, and nickel that does not rust and requires no painting. Polished, it reflects light, while satin-finished, it gently diffuses it.
Glass
It is the first man-made plastic and, despite five thousand years, remains one of the most beautiful
Corten
Steel that forms a protective layer of patina when exposed to air. Over time, its color deepens, but its structure remains intact
From the studio
From sketch to finished product
Concept and sketch
The first sketches were created in the 1980s by our Grandfather. In subsequent years, they were joined by, among others, Piotr Siwczuk, Associate Dean of the Academy of Fine Arts, and Polish sculptor Dorota Pilich, creator of the Fryderyk Music Award statuettes.
Model and shape
The model is the point at which a project takes on its character – this is where decisions are made about how light will fall on the surface and how a given detail will be perceived from different distances. Every line and transition is consciously shaped, as the subsequent casting faithfully reproduces even the smallest nuances. This stage most significantly influences the final aesthetic of the product.
Ripening
Curing is a process in which a material achieves its performance properties through the gradual binding of a binder. This is not a passive waiting period, but an actively controlled stage where proper humidity and stable environmental conditions are maintained. Proper curing limits the formation of capillary voids, which can lead to a weakening of the structure
Processing
After being removed from the mould, it undergoes a series of detailed finishing processes that give it its final shape. Mould parting lines are minimized, and edges are smoothed.
The finishing process is corrective, but it requires high precision because the material already has a defined structure and strength. Each intervention must be minimal and deliberate so as not to introduce new stresses or weaken the part. This stage also reveals the real quality of earlier processes – a well-made product requires only minor corrections.
Quality control and packaging
The final stage involves checking the elements and preparing them for transport and assembly. Every detail is checked for dimensional compliance, surface quality, and any defects, such as cavities, pores, or edge damage.
After inspection, the elements are properly secured and packed into crates. Particular attention is paid to protecting edges, details, and face surfaces, as well as to stable placement on the pallet, which reduces the risk of damage during transport.
We invite you to the workshop in Komorów.
The best material decisions are made with samples, sketches, and finished objects.
4 Lipowa Street, 05-806 Komorow
Monday - Saturday, 8:00 AM - dusk