Four Finishes, One Material
Every lamp we make starts as the same thing: a sheet of solid brass, cut and pierced by hand. The finish is what gives it its colour and character. On most of our lamps you choose it yourself with the selector on the product page, which offers four finishes: Silver, Gold, Black and Bronze. This guide explains how each one looks, where it works best, and how to look after it.
A few pieces, mostly the larger chandeliers and some sconces, are made in one finish only, such as oxidized antique brass, black patina or a copper tone. For those, the finish you see in the photos is the finish you get.
Gold
Warm, bright and unmistakably brass. Gold glows even when the lamp is switched off, and when it's lit the fixture itself shines along with the pattern it throws on the walls.
Best For
Traditional, glam, transitional and Art Deco rooms, and anywhere you want the lamp to be a statement rather than blend in. Gold pairs well with marble, white cabinetry, velvet and rich wood.
Bronze
A darker, aged brass with deeper tones in the recesses of the pattern and lighter highlights on the raised edges. It looks like a piece that has been in the family for years.
Best For
Rustic, farmhouse, bohemian, Mediterranean and Spanish-style interiors. It's also the most forgiving finish, because it hides fingerprints and dust better than the brighter ones. That makes it a good choice for kitchens and busy hallways.
Black
A dark, matte finish that makes the fixture read as graphic and contemporary. Because the lamp itself is dark, the contrast with the light passing through it is highest, so the shadow pattern on the walls looks sharpest in black.
Best For
Modern, industrial, Scandinavian and minimalist rooms, and kitchens or bathrooms that already have black taps, handles or hardware. It gives you the Moroccan pattern without the traditional brass warmth.
Silver
A cool, soft silver, not mirror-bright chrome, with gentle depth to it. The light and shadow look cooler and more refined than with the warm finishes.
Best For
Coastal and contemporary rooms, and any palette of greys, blues, whites and greens. If your home has mostly chrome, nickel or stainless-steel fittings, silver will sit alongside them without clashing.
Handmade Means Unique
Every finish is applied by hand, so no two lamps are exactly alike. Expect small variations in tone across the surface and from one piece to the next, especially on Bronze. If you're ordering several lamps for the same room, order them together so they're finished side by side.
Matching Finishes Across Rooms
You don't need the same finish in every room. What matters is staying in the same tone family.
Warm family: Gold and Bronze work together, and Black sits comfortably beside both. You could put Bronze pendants in the kitchen, a Gold chandelier in the dining room and Black sconces in the hallway. They won't match exactly, but they'll feel like they belong together.
Cool family: Silver works best on its own, or paired with Black, which bridges warm and cool.
The rule: finishes you can see at the same time, from one spot, should match or come from the same family. Finishes in separate rooms have more freedom.
Caring for Your Lamp
The care is the same for every finish: dust with a soft, dry cloth, with the lamp switched off and cool. Avoid brass polish, silver dips, abrasive pads and chemical cleaners. They can strip or dull a hand-applied finish, and that can't be undone.
| Finish | Look | Shows fingerprints | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | Warm, bright brass | Most | Traditional, glam, statement pieces |
| Bronze | Dark, aged brass | Least | Rustic, boho, kitchens |
| Black | Matte, graphic | Little | Modern, industrial, minimalist |
| Silver | Cool, soft silver | Some | Coastal, cool palettes |
Find Your Finish
See the finishes in action across our pendant lights, chandeliers, wall sconces, lanterns, lamps and ceiling lights. Not sure which will suit your room? Get in touch and we'll help you choose.