Description
The bankers shape is one of the oldest ideas in lighting and it still earns its place: a curved glass shade riding over a brass upright, throwing light forward and down onto whatever sits in front of it. Here the metalwork is antique brass, warmed and slightly darkened so it settles in with older timber and leather, and the shade is green glass with that familiar soft glow through the curve. A toggle switch on the base does the switching, so there is nothing to fumble for along the flex.
We reach for this one where a desk wants a pool of light rather than a general wash, so a study, a home office, or a writing table tucked into the corner of a sitting room. It works on a hallway console as well, or on a shelf in front of books, where the low profile keeps the light below eye level. It takes a screw-fit lamp and we would put an LED GLS in it, up to 20W. With a suitable lamp and a compatible dimmer on the circuit, the output can be wound back for late reading.
Glass and metal throughout, with a weight to the base that keeps it planted when you knock the switch. Keep it clean by switching off, letting the shade cool and going over the glass and the brass with a dry cloth; leave polishes and sprays alone, as they will flatten the antique finish. It carries a one year warranty. We also stock the same lamp in polished brass with a green shade and in satin nickel with a white glass shade, which is useful if you want a matched pair at either end of a desk without them being identical. Lamps are not included.
Specification
| Colour |
Antique Brass |
| Weight |
1.80KG |
| Length |
260mm |
| Width |
190mm |
| Height |
370mm |
| Materials Used |
Iron, Glass |
| Adjustable Height |
No |
| Energy Class |
A++ to D |
| Max Energy Class |
A++ |
| Min Energy Class |
D |
| Lamp |
1 x E27 20W max (lamps not included) |
| Lamp Cap |
E27 |
| Recommended Lamp |
LED (GLS A60) |
| Light Distribution |
Down |
| Protection Class |
Class 1 - Earth Connection Required |
| Total Power Consumption |
Dependent On Lamps Used (±5%) |
| Input Voltage |
220-240V~50/60Hz |
| Switch |
Yes - Toggle Switch |
| Dimmable |
Yes - Suitable Lamps & Dimmer Required |
| IP Rating |
IP20 |
| Warranty |
1yr |
| UKCA/CE |
Yes |
| Shade Colour |
Green |
| Shade Material |
Glass |
| Shade Included |
Yes |
| Pieces Included |
1 |
| Installation |
Plug-in Item |
| Product Care |
(1) Wipe clean with a dry cloth, do not use any cleaning detergents, do not use rough or coarse material to clean. (2) Unplug the lamp before cleaning. (3) Remove dust from shade with microfiber cloth, lint roller or upholstery brush. |
| Country of Origin |
China |
Frequently Asked
How tall is it, and how much desk does it take up?
It stands 37cm high and measures 19cm across, with a footprint of around 26cm front to back, so it sits happily on a standard desk or a console without dominating it.
What lamp should I use?
It takes an E27 screw-fit lamp up to 20W. An LED GLS A60 is the sensible choice, and it is the one we would fit.
Can I dim it?
Yes, provided you use a dimmable lamp and a dimmer switch rated to suit it. The lamp itself is switched by the toggle on the base.
Is the shade really glass?
It is, in green, so it has weight and gives a cleaner light through the curve than a painted metal shade. Handle it as you would any glass shade when cleaning.
How do I look after the brass?
A dry cloth is all it needs. Antique brass is meant to look settled rather than bright, so avoid metal polish, which will lift the finish unevenly.
Is it suitable for a bathroom or a porch?
No. This is a dry indoor lamp for desks, tables and shelves, not for damp rooms or anywhere it could be splashed.