Cambridge 2 Light Wall Light - Burnished Brass With Ivory Shade

The Cambridge is a 2 light wall bracket from Hinkley Lighting, built on a burnished brass oval backplate measuring 366mm wide by 448mm tall, with two candlestick arms extending from scroll brackets to sit beneath a rectangular ivory fabric shade. Each arm takes one E14 candle bulb up to 40W (sold separately). The backplate carries a beaded detail around its perimeter and the bracket scrolls add classical New England decoration without heavy ornamentation.

Designed for hallways, landings, bedrooms and dining rooms where ambient wall lighting is preferred over ceiling-mounted fittings, the Cambridge projects 112mm from the wall, keeping the shade and arms clear of doorways and circulation routes. The ivory fabric shade diffuses the light from the two bulbs, turning direct candlelight into soft ambient wash across the wall and ceiling. The 366mm width suits walls between alcoves, above console tables, or flanking a fireplace in symmetrical pairs.

The burnished brass finish provides a warmer, slightly antiqued tone compared to polished brass, with subtle tonal variation across the surface that catches light differently depending on viewing angle. The solid brass construction of the backplate, arms and candle cups gives the fitting a 1.2kg weight that feels substantial during installation. The shade's ivory fabric is a natural-toned cotton-linen weave with vertical ribbing that adds texture when the bulbs are lit.

Hinkley's Cambridge collection draws on early American colonial lighting design, adapting candlestick proportions and classical scrollwork for mains-wired E14 bulbs. The collection includes matching chandeliers, pendants and flush ceiling mounts for coordinated lighting across multiple rooms.

What bulbs does it take?

The Cambridge uses two E14 candle bulbs, each up to 40W maximum. Bulbs are sold separately. Most users pair this with warm-white LED candle bulbs between 4-6W and 2700K for a traditional candlelit appearance.

Is the shade removable?

Yes. The ivory fabric shade sits on a carrier frame that clips onto the top of the candlestick arms. The shade can be removed for cleaning or bulb replacement and re-fitted without tools.

How far does it project from the wall?

The fitting projects 112mm from the wall surface to the outermost point of the shade. This keeps the shade clear of doorways and circulation routes in typical hallway widths above 900mm.

What's the difference between burnished and polished brass?

Burnished brass has a warmer, slightly antiqued tone with subtle tonal variation across the surface, giving it a lived-in appearance. Polished brass is brighter and more reflective, with a uniform high-shine finish that catches light more directly.