Argi 1 Light Wall Lamp - Brown Oxide with Taupe Shade

The Argi is a single-light wall lamp built around an interlaced scrollwork bracket in brown oxide finish, topped with a tapered taupe fabric shade. The bracket wraps a circular metal element into the mounting plate, creating a sculptural profile that extends 180mm from the wall. An E27 socket inside the shade takes standard bulbs up to 40W (sold separately), with the taupe fabric diffusing the light into soft ambient wash.

Designed as accent lighting rather than primary illumination, the Argi suits bedside positions in guest rooms, hallway intervals at 1.5-2m spacings, and alcoves or recesses where a compact decorative fitting is needed. The 160mm width keeps the fitting narrow enough for corridors without protruding into circulation space. The brown oxide finish has a matte, lightly textured surface that suggests hand-forged metalwork without glossy reflections.

The taupe shade is a cotton-blend fabric over a wire frame, giving a neutral warm tone that pairs with cream, beige, grey and soft green wall colours. The shade tapers from approximately 180mm diameter at the base to 140mm at the top, concentrating light downward while allowing some upward spill onto the wall above. The fitting weighs 0.48kg and mounts to a standard UK back box with concealed fixings behind the circular backplate.

The design references the interlocking forms found in mid-century Spanish decorative ironwork, adapted here to a compact residential scale. Mantra positions the Argi in their traditional and transitional collections, where it suits interiors mixing rustic textures with fabric softness rather than fully contemporary or industrial schemes.

Is the Argi dimmable?

Yes, when paired with a dimmable E27 bulb and compatible dimmer switch. The fitting itself has no built-in dimming circuitry — dimmer compatibility depends on the bulb you install.

What bulb does it take?

The Argi takes a standard E27 (Edison screw) bulb up to 40W. Bulbs are sold separately. Most users pair this with a 6-8W warm-white LED bulb at 2700K for bedside or hallway accent lighting.

How far does it project from the wall?

The fitting projects 180mm from the wall at its furthest point, including the shade. This makes it suitable for hallways and alcoves but may be too prominent for very narrow corridors under 900mm width.

Can the shade be cleaned?

The taupe fabric shade collects dust over time. Use a soft brush attachment on a vacuum cleaner set to low suction, or gently wipe with a dry microfibre cloth. Avoid water or household cleaners as they may stain the fabric.