Simons Maison
Table Lamp With Black Ceramic Base
CA$460.00CAD
In Stock
This table lamp features a matte black ceramic base and a powder-coated iron dome shade, designed by Canadian designer Arren Williams. It has a dimmer switch for adjustable lighting and requires an A19 bulb with an E26 base (maximum 60W, not included). Dimensions: shade diameter 12.5 inches, total height 16 inches, and power cord length 72 inches.
- Color
- Matte Black
- Material
- Ceramic base, iron shade
- Style
- modern, classic
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lighting > Lamps
Color
Black
Size
ONE SIZE
Specifications
Modern table lamp with matte black ceramic base and iron dome shade, featuring a dimmer switch for customized lighting.
Dimmer switch for adjustable ambiance; Matte black powder-coated iron shade; Ceramic base with matte black finish; Commercial grade quality; Requires A19 bulb (max 60W, not included); Designed by Arren Williams.
- Color
- Matte Black · black
- Material
- Ceramic base, iron shade
- Secondary
- metal
- Style
- modern, classic
- Occasion
- everyday, homewear
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 12.5x12.5x16 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lighting > Lamps
Additional Attributes
- dimmer switch
- commercial grade
- matte black finish
- iron shade
- ceramic base
- designed by Arren Williams
- timeless design
Product Insights
Arren Williams, a Canadian designer with two decades in design media and former Hudson's Bay Creative Director for Home, designed this table lamp as the smallest and most affordable entry in his Sombra collection. Its matte black ceramic base and iron dome reflect a modernized-traditional aesthetic, with a dimmer providing adjustable, glare-free light from task to ambient, while the opaque dome directs a focused downlight with a warm, candle-like glow at dimmed settings. The dense ceramic base ensures stability without counterweights and offers passive electrical insulation, while the powder-coated iron shade resists chips and stains. At $460, it costs 32% less than Moko's comparable designer version but $121 more than Omaru's, and requires a separately sold dimmable A19 LED bulb.
Verified claims
- Designer pedigree
- Arren Williams co-founded Casa Cubista, served as Creative Director at Hudson's Bay, and has two decades in Canadian design media.
- Design language
- The lamp's matte black ceramic base and iron dome, compact proportions, and dimmer are hallmarks of Williams' design language.
- Design philosophy
- Matte black ceramic and iron dome reflect Williams' modernized-traditional aesthetic.
- Light control
- Dimmer and matte dome interior give adjustable, glare-free ambient-to-task light.
- Form and stability
- Ceramic base keeps the 16 lamp stable without counterweights.
- Collection entry
- At 16 inches tall, this Sombra lamp is the smallest and most affordable piece in the Arren Williams collection.
- Designer background
- Canadian designer Arren Williams, former Hudson's Bay Creative Director for Home, designed this lamp.
- Beam direction
- Iron dome creates a focused downlight with minimal side spill.
- Dimmer
- Full-range dimmer is smooth, commercial-grade, and LED-compatible.
- Build quality
- Denser ceramic base and powder-coated iron shade resist chips, dents, stains, and tipping.
- Price comparison
- $460 is 32% less than Moko's $671 version and $121 more than Omaru's $339 for designer and iron shade.
- Lighting versatility
- Dimmer switch provides variable brightness from task light to accent glow and works with dimmable LEDs for energy savings.
- Safety
- Ceramic base provides passive electrical insulation.
- Maintenance
- Wipe ceramic base with soft damp cloth and dry immediately.
- Texture
- Matte black ceramic has a handcrafted, unglazed feel.
- Bulb
- Requires dimmable A19 LED (E26 base, ≤60W equivalent); bulb sold separately.
- Light quality
- Opaque dome directs light downward; matte interior warms dimmed output to a candle-like glow.
- Care
- Dust shade with a soft dry cloth; avoid abrasive cleaners or liquids.
Product record
- Title
- Table Lamp With Black Ceramic Base
- Brand
- Simons Maison
- Price
- 460 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
What commercial grade really means
- Because commercial grade products use ‘higher quality components’ across the board, the rotary dimmer switch on this lamp is built with more durable resistive tracks and contacts than the budget switches found on typical decor lamps, drastically reducing the chance of crackling, dead spots, or failure even after years of frequent dimming.
- S‑Tech notes that commercial grade lights are built with ‘heavier duty construction methods and more durable materials’; on this lamp that translates to a ceramic base less likely to chip from an accidental knock and a powder-coated iron shade that resists denting and scratching, practical durability for a piece that may be moved from room to room or dusted weekly.
Price compared to similar lamps
- Unlike the fabric drum shades on competitors such as the Omaru and Jennie, the Sombra’s powder-coated iron dome will not stain, fade, or lose its shape over time, effectively reducing long-term maintenance and replacement costs—a factor that sharpens the value of the $460 purchase when measured against lamps that may need a new shade after a few years.
- Within the Arren Williams by Renwil series, the Sombra is the smallest table lamp at 16 inches tall—designs like the Petra (26″H) and Valerie (28″H) occupy larger footprints and higher price brackets—so the $460 Simons offer represents the most affordable way to own a piece from this Canadian designer lighting collection without sacrificing the essential matte-black ceramic + iron shade material story.
- The 'Commercial grade' designation, uncommon in residential ceramic lamps, signals that this fixture is tested for higher durability and frequent switching—making the $460 outlay practical for spaces like offices or retail settings where lamps see daily, repeated use beyond typical home wear.
- At $460, Simons Maison offers Canada's lowest price for the Sombra LPT1312—a Renwil lamp designed by Arren Williams—undercutting the $860 list and $671 sale price at competitors like Moko Home, effectively a 32% saving off the prevailing street price for the identical product with the same ceramic base, powder-coated iron dome shade, and integrated dimmer.
- A comparable black ceramic table lamp like the Omaru (Renwil LPT1274) sells for $339 at Chervin but lacks the named Arren Williams design, commercial-grade rating, and distinctive iron dome shade, so the $121 premium for the Sombra at Simons buys a more architectural presence and a collaboration piece rather than a generic lamp.
How the dome shade shapes the light
- The opaque iron dome directs light into a tight, downward‑oriented spread with almost no side spill, producing a deliberate pool of light below the lamp that stays on a desk or page without washing over the whole room.
- The powder‑coated iron interior is dark and matte, absorbing much of the light that would otherwise reflect forward — this transforms the beam into a softer, warmer glow that feels atmospheric rather than bright, even at full output.
- The integral dimmer switch lets the lamp swing from a bright 60 W‑equivalent task light down to a dim accent glow; at lower settings the dark interior further diffuses the output, yielding a candle‑like warmth that highlights the ceramic base without the harshness of a bare filament.
The designer behind this lamp
- Across his lighting portfolio, such as the Solero table lamp with a glazed ceramic base and dimmer switch, Williams treats adjustable brightness as a baseline; this lamp's dimmer is not a budget add-on but a deliberate element for functional ambiance.
- The Simons lamp's matte black ceramic base and powder-coated metal shade directly echo Williams's Sombra table lamp from his 2022 Renwil collection, establishing a cross-brand design language where tactile matte finishes and domed silhouettes are a hallmark of his lighting work.
- Arren Williams is a Canadian designer and interior stylist with a two-decade career spanning House & Home, Citytv, and the National Post; his tenure as Creative Director for Home at Hudson's Bay and his co-founding of Casa Cubista give this lamp a designer with proven retail and editorial influence, not a generic house-brand product.
- As co-founder of Casa Cubista, a collection centered on Portuguese artisanal craft and unvarnished materials, Williams carries an appreciation for tactile surfaces into this lamp's matte, unglazed ceramic base, which rejects high-gloss perfection in favor of a more honest, handcrafted aesthetic.
- Williams has articulated a design mantra of taking traditional elements and giving them a whole new life in a contemporary setting, a principle visible in this lamp's classic iron dome shade reinterpreted with a stark matte black finish that removes any historical nostalgia.
- The lamp's 16-inch height and 12.5-inch shade diameter closely mirror the Sombra lamp's 16-inch height and 13-inch diameter, revealing a designer who consistently favors compact, desk-friendly silhouettes that offer presence without overwhelming smaller surfaces.
Ceramic base: stability and heat
- Ceramic's density gives the lamp a naturally low center of gravity — the 16-inch (40.5 cm) tall lamp benefits from a base weight that resists accidental bumps without relying on a separate internal metal weight, a stability advantage over lighter resin or wood lamps of comparable size.
- Because ceramic is non-conductive, the matte black base provides a passive safety barrier — if a socket fault occurs, the outer ceramic shell prevents electrical current from reaching the user's hand, a protection that metal or metallic-finish bases would require supplementary internal insulation to replicate.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
A matte black mushroom-style table lamp with a large rounded dome shade mounted on a smooth cylindrical stem; a small round control knob is visible near the stem base. The lamp sits on a closed book on a dark wood side table.
- Overall silhouetteMushroom-shaped lamp with a large hemispherical dome shade that overhangs a straight cylindrical stem; the stem joins the shade with a smooth rounded junction.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.62 · h 0.64 (high) - Shade finishLarge dome shade has a smooth matte finish with subtle specular highlights from soft studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.06 · w 0.62 · h 0.30 (high) - Stem constructionStraight cylindrical stem with a consistent diameter and a matte surface matching the shade; stem sits directly on the tabletop book.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.32 · w 0.24 · h 0.36 (high) - Control knobSmall round protruding control knob located on the lower front of the stem.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.60 · w 0.04 · h 0.04 (high) - Mounting/footLower edge of the stem meets the book surface with a flat circular foot area visible at the stem base.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.60 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
The lamp is styled on a dark wood side table with a closed book under the lamp, a single white calla lily on the table, and a textured light-colored upholstered chair to the right; background is a two-tone softly lit wall with neutral tones.
- Side tableDark stained wooden side table with visible wood grain and rounded corner; the table surface holds the lamp and a book.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.66 · w 0.68 · h 0.24 (high) - Book under lampClosed hardcover book with a dark cover and visible white page edges placed directly under the lamp base.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.56 · w 0.36 · h 0.10 (high) - Flower propSingle white calla lily with a long green stem laid across the table surface in front of the book.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.64 · w 0.38 · h 0.16 (high) - Upholstered chairLight-colored boucle or textured fabric upholstered chair arm and cushion visible on the right edge of the frame.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.56 · w 0.26 · h 0.40 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral two-tone wall (left darker vertical panel, right lighter) with soft, diffused lighting producing gentle shadows and a highlight on the dome.
Colors
matte black· shade#16110Ematte black· stem#161212- Overall silhouetteMushroom-shaped lamp with a large hemispherical dome shade that overhangs a straight cylindrical stem; the stem joins the shade with a smooth rounded junction.
- 02
Product
A table lamp with a large matte black dome shade and a cylindrical matte black base; warm light visible where the shade meets the top of the base; small round control near the lower front of the base.
- Dome shadeLarge hemispherical dome shade with a smooth matte black finish and even curvature; lower rim is horizontal and casts a shadow onto the base.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.06 · w 0.66 · h 0.34 (high) - Cylindrical baseTall rounded cylinder base with a smooth matte black surface positioned directly under the shade; top of the cylinder is slightly recessed under the shade so the light illuminates its upper curve.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.34 · w 0.18 · h 0.30 (high) - Warm inner glowWarm golden light visible in the gap between the shade and the top of the base, creating a soft illuminated ring on the upper portion of the cylinder.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.30 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (high) - Control knobSmall circular control or button located near the lower front of the cylindrical base, slightly darker than surrounding surface.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.58 · w 0.06 · h 0.05 (medium)
Other
Indoor staged scene showing the lamp placed on a dark wooden side table above a closed book, with a white calla lily and a textured beige upholstered chair visible; neutral textured wall background and warm directional lighting creating soft shadows.
- Side table and bookDark wooden square side table with rounded edges; a closed hardcover book sits under the lamp base and supports the lamp.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.64 · w 0.48 · h 0.22 (high) - Decorative flower propSingle white calla lily laid on the table surface in front of the book with its stem extending leftward across the table.
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.74 · w 0.30 · h 0.14 (high) - Upholstered chairBeige textured plush upholstered chair or cushion visible at the right edge of the frame with a sherpa-like fabric and warm highlights from the lamp.
1 region
x 0.73 · y 0.55 · w 0.27 · h 0.40 (high) - Background wallNeutral mid-tone textured wall behind the lamp with a vertical shadow or architectural corner on the left side of the wall.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.60 (medium) - Lighting and shadowsWarm directional light emitted by the lamp producing soft falloff and visible highlights on the dome and base, and casting subdued shadows on the table and wall.
Colors
matte black· shade and exterior of base#140D0Bwarm gold· inner illuminated area at top of base- Dome shadeLarge hemispherical dome shade with a smooth matte black finish and even curvature; lower rim is horizontal and casts a shadow onto the base.
- 03
Product
Close-up views of a matte black cylindrical lamp base with a small round side knob, black power cord routed across a book, and the underside of a matching black lamp shade showing a white interior and white bulb socket assembly.
- Cylindrical baseMatte black cylindrical column forming the lamp body with a smooth uniform finish and a circular base edge visible where it meets the tabletop book.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.64 · h 0.46 (high); x 0.35 · y 0.52 · w 0.30 · h 0.40 (high) - Side knobSmall round protruding knob on the side of the cylindrical base, same matte black finish, positioned low on the column.
1 region
x 0.53 · y 0.25 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Power cordFlat black power cord exits the base area and runs across the book toward the right side of the image; cord has a slight sheen.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.28 · w 0.34 · h 0.14 (high) - Shade interior and socketUnderside view of the lamp shade showing a smooth white interior surface and a white bulb socket assembly with a short black connecting stem leading to the top of the cylindrical body.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.52 · w 0.92 · h 0.46 (high) - Top of column visible under shadeRounded top of the matte black column is visible beneath the shade interior, showing a smooth curved cap where the stem meets the shade assembly.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.68 · w 0.20 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Two-panel composite close-up photograph with warm studio lighting, shallow depth of field, and a staged wooden surface and neutral fabric background.
- Two-panel compositionImage is split into an upper close-up of the base area and a lower close-up looking up into the shade; a thin white divider line separates the panels.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Supporting surface and propsLamp sits on a textured dark wood surface with a closed hardcover book beneath the base and a white calla lily flower partially visible in the foreground of the top panel.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.20 · w 0.94 · h 0.30 (high) - Background and lightingSoft neutral beige fabric or upholstery visible in the background at right and diffuse warm lighting that produces gentle highlights and soft shadows on the lamp surfaces.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.00 · w 0.32 · h 0.46 (medium) - Shallow depth of fieldForeground elements such as the flower and parts of the wooden surface are softly out of focus while the lamp details are sharp.
Colors
matte black· exterior of base and shade#242224soft white· interior of shade and socketblack· power cord#433533- Cylindrical baseMatte black cylindrical column forming the lamp body with a smooth uniform finish and a circular base edge visible where it meets the tabletop book.
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Q&A
2 answered- Is the dimmer switch compatible with LED bulbs?
- Yes, the dimmer switch is compatible with dimmable LED bulbs. A similar Simons Maison table lamp that also includes a dimmer switch is sold with an LED dimmable bulb included [2], indicating that the dimmer is designed to work with dimmable LEDs. For best results, use an A19 dimmable LED bulb rated for use with dimmers, and ensure it does not exceed the maximum 60W rating.
- What are the recommended care instructions for the ceramic base and iron shade?
- The listing does not include specific care instructions, but for the ceramic base, wipe with a soft, damp cloth and dry immediately. For the matte black powder-coated iron shade, dust gently with a soft dry cloth; avoid abrasive cleaners or liquids that may damage the finish.