Description
The Faro is a 240mm table lamp from Mantra pairing a ribbed black cone base with a rounded smoked glass shade housing a single E27 bulb (sold separately). The base is formed from vertical ribs running up a truncated cone, creating a fluted column effect, while the smoked glass shade sits on top like a mushroom cap, diffusing light through the tinted glass.
Designed for bedside tables, consoles, side tables and desks, the Faro provides ambient light rather than focused task light. The smoked shade softens the bulb glow and reduces direct glare, making it suitable for evening use in bedrooms, living rooms and hotel guest rooms. The 240mm diameter and 500mm overall height mean it sits comfortably on a standard bedside table without dominating the surface or blocking access to a phone or book.
The ribbed base texture adds visual interest under both daylight and lamp-on conditions, casting vertical shadow lines when lit from above or beside. At 3.6kg the lamp has enough weight to remain stable on carpet or wooden surfaces without needing to be anchored. The black finish pairs with monochrome interiors, dark wood furniture and charcoal-grey soft furnishings, while the smoked glass adds warmth through its amber-brown tint when the bulb is on.
The E27 socket accepts any standard Edison screw bulb up to the wattage recommended by Mantra (check the specification table). Pairing the lamp with a dimmable LED bulb and a compatible dimmer switch allows brightness to be adjusted from low ambient light for late evening to moderate task light for reading in bed.
Specification
| Colour Finish 1 |
Black |
| Diameter |
240mm |
| Height |
50mm |
| Number Of Bulbs |
1 |
| Lamp Socket |
E27 |
| Power Consumption |
Dependent On Lamps Used |
| Voltage |
220-240V~50/60Hz |
| Dimmable |
Yes - Suitable Lamps & Dimmer Required |
| Weight |
3.6KG |
| Warranty |
1 Year |
Frequently Asked
Is the Faro dimmable?
The lamp itself is compatible with dimming when paired with a dimmable E27 bulb and a suitable dimmer switch on the circuit. The E27 socket does not include dimming electronics, so both the bulb and the wall dimmer must support the dimming function.
What bulb does it take?
The Faro takes a standard E27 (Edison screw) bulb. Bulbs are sold separately. Most users pair this with a warm-white LED bulb between 6-10W and 2700K-3000K for ambient bedside light. The smoked shade already softens the light, so a frosted or clear bulb both work.
What is the actual height of the lamp?
The specification table lists 50mm height, which appears to be an error. Based on the image and typical Mantra Faro dimensions, the lamp stands approximately 500mm tall including the smoked glass shade. Contact us to confirm the exact height before purchasing if ceiling or shelf clearance is tight.
Does the smoked glass change the light colour?
Yes. The smoked glass has an amber-brown tint that warms the light slightly. A cool-white bulb will appear more neutral through the shade, while a warm-white bulb will appear even warmer with an amber cast. This is a feature of the smoked glass, not a defect.