Aurora Hourglass Wireless Lamp

An hourglass silhouette with the light source at the waist, so the glow spreads upward and downward through the two cones rather than escaping from a single opening. The shape does the diffusing, which is why there is no visible shade. Because the base and light source form one sealed unit, there is nothing to unscrew or replace beyond the occasional wipe with a dry cloth. Set it low on a coffee table for ambience or higher on a shelf for task light, since the hourglass shape throws a similar glow either way.

Cordless is what makes it flexible. It moves between a bedside table, a desk, a shelf and an outdoor table without needing a socket nearby, and it can be carried to wherever the light is wanted rather than living permanently in one place.

Brightness adjusts across the range, so the same lamp covers a working level and a low evening glow. Three finishes: white is the quietest, grey the most neutral, black the most graphic against a pale surface. Charge over USB and expect a full evening from one charge. Wipe the body with a dry cloth to keep the finish even, and avoid leaving it in direct sun for long periods, as prolonged heat can affect the battery inside.

• Product type: Rechargeable table lamp
• Colours available: White, Grey, Black
• Design: Sculptural hourglass form
• Light: Adjustable, spreading up and down
• Power: USB rechargeable, cordless in use
• Use: Bedsides, desks, shelves, outdoor tables
• Care: Wipe with a dry cloth
• In the box: 1 x table lamp, 1 x charging cable