It is hand sculpted of silk haboti and wire and has been dyed and painted with care. A color changing battery powered led casts a soft glow, and is easily accessed for replacement or turning on and off. The light twists tighter to turn on and looser to turn off, and can be opened for battery replacement. Measuring 16 and 1/2 inches long and 11 and 1/2 inches wide, it is light and easy to carry.