This chuppah is made of smaller bamboo.
The canopy is a colorful fringed tapestry.
The corner braces are cast iron. Oak finials are added for style.
Chuppah frame shown without canopy.
Corner detail showing cast iron braces and temporary ties and clamps.
All temporary fitting were eventually replaced with copper bands.
Corner detail showing copper bands, assembly eyes, and cast iron brace.
This chuppah is designed for quick assembly and disassembly with basic tools.
Another view of one of the cross pieces at the top showing copper bands.
In permanent installation, the copper bands replace the stainless pipe clamps.
A look at the mechanics of top of the chuppah from inside.
The stucture is very strong and remarkably stable considering the size of bamboo.
The top of the chuppah with canopy in place.
The canopy created a beautifully diffused warm light under the chuppah.
A view of the inside of the chuppah showing the illuminated canopy and
the happily married couple tastefully redacted for sake of their privacy.
With a little imagination, perhaps you can see yourself in their place.