Phoenician 1 Light Table Lamp - Black, Gold & Silver Leaf

The Phoenician is a 775mm table lamp built around a central column that alternates black lacquer bands with gold leaf, set on a silver leaf stepped base with ball feet. A black cylindrical shade sits above the column, finished with gold leaf bands at top and bottom. A cast metal finial in the shape of two intertwined serpents or dolphins caps the lamp, echoing motifs from ancient Mediterranean metalwork.

Designed for side tables, console tables and bedside positions in rooms with traditional or classical decor, the lamp provides directed task light through a single E27 bulb (sold separately) inside the shade. The 200mm shade diameter confines most of the light downwards and to the sides, making it suitable for reading positions or accent lighting on furniture rather than ambient room lighting. The stepped base with ball feet gives the lamp stability on polished surfaces without needing additional weighting.

The combination of silver leaf on the base, gold leaf on the column bands and shade trim, and the black lacquer creates a three-metal effect that pairs with both warm brass-toned interiors and cooler chrome or nickel schemes. The finial is cast separately and features textured detailing on the serpent or dolphin forms, adding a sculptural accent when the lamp is viewed from the side. The shade is opaque rather than translucent, so the light pattern is determined by the bulb type and shade aperture rather than diffusion through fabric.

What bulb does the Phoenician take?

The lamp takes a standard E27 (Edison screw) bulb up to 60W. Bulbs are sold separately. Most users pair this with a warm-white LED between 6-10W and 2700K-3000K for bedside or side table use.

What is the shade made from?

The shade is constructed from metal with a black finish and gold leaf bands. It is opaque rather than translucent, so light is directed downwards and to the sides through the top and bottom apertures rather than diffused through the material.

Is the gold and silver finish real metal leaf?

The lamp uses metal leaf applied over a base structure. Gold leaf and silver leaf are thin sheets of real metal adhered to the surface, giving an authentic metallic finish that develops a natural patina over time. This is distinct from metallic paint.

What height table does it suit?

At 775mm total height, the lamp works on standard bedside tables (450-600mm), side tables next to sofas (500-650mm), and console tables (750-900mm). On taller console tables the shade sits at approximately eye level when standing, making it more decorative than functional in that position.