Black Table Lamp, Embroidered Shade, Wood 35 cm

An Empire Shade Embroidered With Leaves and Blossom Over Turned Wood and Brass

The shade is the piece you buy. It is an empire shape, wider at the bottom than the top, bound in a dark tape at both edges, and the ground of the fabric is worked by hand with leaves, blossom and small fruit. Because the motifs are stitched rather than printed they stand slightly proud of the surface and catch the light from the side, and when the lamp is switched on they read as pattern inside the fabric rather than as decoration laid over it. Underneath, the stem is a short stack of geometric solids: a turned wood cone, a polished metal sphere, a second cone inverted above it, all on a round wood foot. The black finish carries the embroidered shade, since a dark ground makes the pale flowers read from across a room. The walnut finish is paired with a plain cream shade and is the quieter option.

Questions about this product

Everything you need to know about this product.

What is on the shade?

Leaves, blossom and fruit worked in thread on the fabric of the black version, bound top and bottom with a dark tape. It is embroidery, not a print, so the motifs stand slightly proud of the ground and catch the light from the side. The walnut version comes with a plain cream shade instead, for anyone who wants the shape without the pattern.

How big is it?

35 cm across the bottom of the shade and 55 cm tall. That is bigger than a standard bedside lamp: it wants a console, a dresser or a wide nightstand, and a surface at least 40 cm deep so the shade is not overhanging. Seated, your eye is below the bottom edge of the shade, which is where the lamp is comfortable.

What is the stem made of?

Turned wood in two cones with a polished metal sphere between them, set on a round wood foot. The wood is turned individually, so the grain and the depth of the finish vary from one lamp to the next, and the sphere is the only metal part you see from the front.

Is a bulb included?

The holder takes a standard E26 or E27 screw base, LED or Edison. A warm lamp is the right choice here, because the embroidery is worked in warm greens and creams and a cold light drains them. Aim for a normal room brightness rather than a bright task lamp.

Does it need an electrician?

It plugs into an ordinary outlet on a 150 cm cord with an inline push button switch. The plug is chosen at order, US, UK, AU or EU, and the lamp runs on AC 110 to 240V either way.

How do I clean an embroidered shade?

Dust it only, with a soft brush or the lowest suction on a vacuum, working downward and never rubbing across the stitching. Do not use water, steam or any solvent on the embroidery. Wipe the wood stem with a barely damp cloth and dry it at once.

Choosing a Bulb for an Embroidered Shade, and How to Keep the Stitching Clean

Nothing is installed. The lamp plugs into an ordinary outlet on a 150 cm cord with an inline push button switch, the plug is chosen at order in US, UK, AU or EU form, and the fixture runs on AC 110 to 240V. The holder is a standard E26 or E27 screw base and the bulb is left to you, which matters more than usual on this lamp: the embroidery is worked in warm greens, creams and browns, and a cold white lamp drains all three. A warm tone around 2700K at ordinary room brightness is what the shade was made for, rather than a bright task output that flattens the stitching. For cleaning, dust only. Use a soft brush or a vacuum on its lowest suction, work downward and never rub across the threads, and keep water, steam and solvents away from the fabric. The wood stem takes a barely damp cloth, dried at once. The lamp is rated IP20 and belongs in a dry indoor room.

Frequently Asked Questions

Shipping & Delivery

How much does shipping cost?

Shipping is free on every order, with no minimum purchase. The price you see at checkout is the price you pay for delivery.

How long before my order ships?

Orders are typically processed within 1 to 2 business days after payment. We keep a short 24-hour window before processing so that you can adjust or cancel your order if you need to. Our team places orders with our warehouses Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.

How long does delivery take?

Once your order has shipped, it is usually in transit for about 7 to 10 days. This is an estimate and can occasionally be longer depending on the destination country and the carrier handling your parcel.

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Returns and Refunds

How do I return an item?

You have 30 days from the date you receive your order to request a return on eligible items. To start, email us at support@orodwell.com with your order number and the reason for the return, and we will send you the return address and instructions. Items must be unused and in their original packaging.

Do I have to pay for return shipping?

No. On approved returns, we provide a prepaid return shipping label at no cost to you. Please note that a return should never be sent to the manufacturer's address; only to the address our team provides.

I received a damaged or defective item. What should I do?

We are sorry to hear that. If a parcel arrives visibly damaged, please refuse delivery if you can, then contact us at support@orodwell.com with your order number and a photo of the item. We will prioritise your request and arrange a replacement or refund in line with our Refund Policy.

Can I change my mind after ordering?

Yes. If you change your mind within 24 hours of placing your order, before it has been processed, we will refund you right away. After an order has shipped, please follow the standard return process described above.