There’s a certain kind of confidence to this sort of thing — big, warm, and entirely unconcerned with fashion cycles. A generous, dome-shaped rattan shade, hand-woven with just enough irregularity to remind you it wasn’t born in a factory with a clipboard.
At this scale, it does the heavy lifting in a room. Hung low over a dining table it creates a soft, enclosing pool of light; left higher, it reads more architectural — a floating, woven volume that catches and diffuses light rather than simply emitting it.
The weave is tight but not rigid, allowing light to breathe through it. Up close, there’s a pleasing rhythm to the pattern — slight variations in tone and tension that give it life. The scalloped lower edge is a nice touch too, stopping it from feeling too polite.
Rewired with a brass B22 lamp holder and a sympathetic fabric-covered flex, so it’s ready to go without any fuss.
Details
Origin: Likely European
Date: Circa 1970s
Material: Woven rattan
Diameter: 60 cm
Height: 40 cm
Fitting: Brass B22 bayonet lamp holder
Flex: Fabric-covered, approx. 2 m drop
Condition: Good vintage condition with light, honest wear consistent with age
Delivery
Qualifies as a medium item. UK delivery via insured courier/FedEx at checkout; international shipping available—ask for a quote.
