Simons Maison
Ceramic Jar Table Lamp
This contemporary table lamp features a cream ceramic base with a matte finish and an ivory linen empire lampshade, providing soft ambient lighting for living spaces. It operates on a rotary switch with variable intensity, requires an E26 bulb up to 60 watts (not included), and measures 16.25 inches high by 13 inches in diameter. Note: this item ships directly from the supplier and cannot be delivered to certain Canadian regions; assembly is required but hardware and instructions are included.
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lighting > Lamps
Specifications
- Material
- Lampshade: Linen; Base: Ceramic, metal
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 13x13x16.25 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lighting > Lamps
Product Insights
The Ceramic Jar Table Lamp by Simons Maison, at 128 CAD, delivers a soft, downward-focused pool of light that dims without widening, thanks to its uniform matte white ceramic base and linen shade. Its base-mounted rotary dimmer enables one-handed adjustment from accent to reading light, and it pairs best with dim-to-warm LEDs for enhanced ambiance, though the bulb is sold separately. The matte finish hides dust and fingerprints but requires dry dusting and water-only care to avoid glossy patches. Assembly is simple, and its compact size fits bedside tables, making it a versatile, value-oriented choice that undercuts competitors while demanding a separate bulb purchase.
Verified claims
- Care
- Dry dust with a soft cloth; for spots, use a barely damp cloth with water only; use a baking soda paste for stubborn marks.
- Smudge resistance
- Matte finish hides minor dust and fingerprints better than glossy.
- Light pattern
- Creates a downward-focused, soft pool of light that dims without widening.
- Bulb compatibility
- 60W max protects linen from heat; dim‑to‑warm LEDs enhance ambiance.
- Design and light
- Uniform matte white and linen shade create soft, diffused light distinct from patterned or polyester competitors.
- Value and inclusions
- At 128 CAD, undercuts $143-$203 USD competitors but requires a separate 60W E26 bulb.
- Dimmer
- Base-mounted rotary dimmer eliminates a separate plug-in module and allows wiring-free assembly.
- Dimming control
- Base-mounted rotary dimmer enables one-handed adjustment and transitions the lamp from accent to reading light.
- LED compatibility
- Modern LEDs up to 60W-equivalent fit the E26 socket and run cool enough for the linen shade.
- Dimming performance
- Dimmable LED bulbs, including dim-to-warm models, pair with the base-mounted rotary dimmer for variable brightness control.
- Bulb recommendation
- Dim-to-warm LEDs like Tala Sphere IV shift warmth as dimmed, complementing the linen shade's soft ambiance.
- Bulb not included
- The lamp ships without a bulb; buyers must purchase an E26 LED separately.
- Assembly
- Assembly is attaching the shade and a bulb; hardware and instructions are included.
- Stability and footprint
- Stable ceramic base and compact 16.25 height, 13 shade fit bedside tables and desks better than taller competitors.
- Finish
- Uniform matte off-white finish with linen shade avoids pattern or gloss for versatile matching.
- Maintenance
- Matte finish conceals dust but requires dry dusting and water-only care to avoid glossy patches.
- Lighting
- Soft ambient light from linen shade with base rotary dimmer, accepting dim-to-warm LEDs.
- Base stability
- The ceramic base provides good stability for everyday use on a desk or nightstand, and its dense material typically prevents tipping under normal conditions.
- Ambient vs task lighting
- The ivory linen shade creates soft, diffused light that is more suited to ambient lighting; it can work for reading if placed close, especially with the variable intensity switch, but it does not provide the focused beam of a dedicated task lamp.
- Material-specific cleaning
- Keep chemical cleaners off the matte ceramic base; products safe for the metal hardware can etch or streak the glaze, so wipe the ceramic with water only.
- Finish durability
- Some buyers report the matte white finish can arrive scratched from shipping and is not easy to keep pristine.
- Dimmer listing accuracy
- One buyer reported that the received lamp's switch was not dimmable and that there was no USB port, despite the listing description.
- Tabletop light spread
- The empire shade spreads light outward at its base, so the illuminated tabletop area is wider than the shade itself and can reach nearby items.
Product record
- Title
- Ceramic Jar Table Lamp
- Brand
- Simons Maison
- Price
- 128 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Table lamp with a spherical ceramic base and a conical fabric shade, both in a light warm beige with a textured matte finish, shown from a frontal three-quarter view resting on a book on a windowsill.
- Base geometrySpherical jar-style ceramic base with a smooth round profile and a small flattened contact area where it meets the book; visible as the central lower element of the lamp.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.33 · w 0.32 · h 0.28 (high) - Shade geometryTapered conical fabric shade with a wide lower rim and narrower top opening; shade sits centered on the round base and casts soft shadow on the base.
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x 0.20 · y 0.06 · w 0.60 · h 0.36 (high) - Surface texture and finishBoth base and shade show a slightly coarse, matte texture with subtle fabric or stucco-like irregularities visible on close inspection.
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x 0.28 · y 0.20 · w 0.44 · h 0.40 (high) - Mounting / placementLamp is placed directly on top of a hardcover book on a flat white windowsill; book is used as the visible support under the base.
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x 0.26 · y 0.60 · w 0.48 · h 0.18 (high) - Visible lamp components absentNo cord, switch, or bulb hardware is visible from this frontal view; top of shade shows the circular opening but internal fitter is not visible.
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x 0.40 · y 0.04 · w 0.20 · h 0.08 (medium)
Other
Lifestyle scene showing the lamp on a windowsill with a window background, soft natural lighting, and foreground furniture blur. Image is vertically oriented and slightly warm-toned.
- Book spine textBook spine on which lamp sits, legible text transcribed separately in a text observation below.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.66 · w 0.41 · h 0.10 (high) - Transcribed text on book spine“LIVE BEAUTIFUL”
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x 0.36 · y 0.67 · w 0.34 · h 0.08 (high) - Secondary transcribed text on book spine“CALDERONE”
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.67 · w 0.12 · h 0.05 (medium) - Window backgroundMulti-pane window behind the lamp showing textured glass with reflections and a blurred outdoor scene; light through the glass provides soft directional lighting from behind and above.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.00 · w 0.56 · h 0.45 (high) - Foreground blur and propsOut-of-focus woven-back chair occupies the lower foreground and a small white scalloped bowl sits right of the lamp on the sill; an open book lies left of the lamp.
3 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.78 · w 0.85 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.80 · y 0.60 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.05 · y 0.60 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft warm natural light from the window creates gentle highlights on the lamp surfaces and a faint shadow beneath the base on the book and sill.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.52 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high)
Colors
warm beige· lamp base and shade#E6DACA- Base geometrySpherical jar-style ceramic base with a smooth round profile and a small flattened contact area where it meets the book; visible as the central lower element of the lamp.
- 02
Product
A tabletop lamp with a spherical matte-textured ceramic base, a short gold metal connector, and a conical fabric shade emitting warm light. The lamp sits on a stack of books on a narrow shelf and is partially reflected in a mirror to the left.
- Base shape and finishRound, near-spherical jar-style base with a matte, slightly textured ceramic surface visible on the front-facing hemisphere.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.44 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high) - Shade geometry and materialClassic conical lamp shade with a fabric texture; when lit it glows warm and shows a subtle woven pattern.
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x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.42 · h 0.24 (high) - Top connectorShort metallic neck or finial between base and shade with a warm gold/brass finish visible where shade meets base.
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x 0.45 · y 0.38 · w 0.04 · h 0.03 (medium) - Mounting and placementLamp is placed directly on a horizontal stack of two hardcover books on a narrow white shelf.
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x 0.34 · y 0.60 · w 0.46 · h 0.19 (high) - ReflectionLeft-side mirror shows a partial reflected image of the shade and a small portion of the base, producing a duplicate lit shape.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.16 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Interior staging photograph showing the lamp on a narrow shelf next to a mirror, books, and decorative stones; warm, directional lighting casts soft shadows to the right.
- Book spine text 1“ARRANGING THINGS”
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.64 · w 0.33 · h 0.05 (high) - Book spine text 2“LIVE BEAUTIFUL”
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.69 · w 0.33 · h 0.05 (high) - Decorative propsTwo spherical stones of different sizes sit to the left of the book stack on the same shelf.
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x 0.06 · y 0.70 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high) - Lighting and shadowsWarm, soft directional lighting from the lamp creates a glowing halo on the wall behind and a soft shadow to the right on the shelf and wall.
- Shot compositionVertical crop showing the lamp, part of a mirror on the left edge, and architectural wall detail on the right; top and bottom of the scene are included but not the full room.
Colors
warm off-white· ceramic basewarm beige· lamp shade#EBAD7Bbrass· metal connector/finial#D59254light neutral· book covers under lamp#DBC9C5- Base shape and finishRound, near-spherical jar-style base with a matte, slightly textured ceramic surface visible on the front-facing hemisphere.
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Product
Close-up images of a table lamp showing a cone-shaped fabric lampshade, a round textured ceramic jar base, the bulb socket and a clear power cord with inline switch.
- Lampshade material and shapeLarge cone-shaped lampshade made from tightly woven fabric with visible diagonal weave texture; shade edge is finished with a narrow fabric-bound hem.
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x 0.01 · y 0.00 · w 0.98 · h 0.48 (high) - Ceramic jar baseRounded spherical ceramic base with a slightly rough, matte, sand-like textured surface and warm off-white/beige tone; visible shadowing on the right side where light falls across the curve.
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x 0.45 · y 0.38 · w 0.47 · h 0.44 (high) - Bulb socket and harpStandard screw-in bulb socket assembly visible beneath the shade with a thin metal harp/support; socket surface shows printed safety and wattage markings.
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x 0.14 · y 0.48 · w 0.32 · h 0.28 (high) - Power cord and inline switchTransparent clear plastic power cord with visible two-prong plug and a translucent rectangular inline rocker switch resting on the surface beside the lamp base.
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x 0.56 · y 0.75 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high) - Socket text block“RISK OF FIRE LAMP 60 WATT MAX”Partial
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x 0.20 · y 0.56 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (medium)
Other
Three-panel composite close-up shot with soft directional lighting and neutral background; image is divided into a large top panel and two lower panels showing interior socket detail and base with cord.
- Shot compositionComposite layout with one large overhead close crop of the shade and two smaller detail crops below showing the socket and base/cord.
- Background and surfaceNeutral off-white background and smooth horizontal surface; soft shadowing indicates warm directional lighting from upper left.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low) - Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-lit detail with visible fabric weave and ceramic texture; no significant blur on main elements.
Colors
warm beige· lampshade#F4E2CCoff-white beige· ceramic base#EAE1DBclear/translucent· power cord and plug#E9DBD3off-white· socket and harp- Lampshade material and shapeLarge cone-shaped lampshade made from tightly woven fabric with visible diagonal weave texture; shade edge is finished with a narrow fabric-bound hem.
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Customer Reviews
9 total9 reviews · out of 5
Wrong item sent
I ordered this piece and Simon’s sent me something completely different. They then charged me $9. 99 for the honor of returning the item. I still haven’t received my refund. Never again.
Shipping Packaging not protective
Received two lamps separately in recent days. Both came with scratches to the paintwork which are hard to ignore. White paint on a concrete-style material not easy to keep pristine
Je l’adore
Je l’adore
Lampe
Parfaite pour mon decor
Belle lampe
Très satisfaite de mon achat, comme sur la photo :)
Ceramic table lamp
Good height and size for a dresser. Lovely finish
Lampe de table
Je suis ravie de mon achat
Love the lamp but. . .
The description does not match the product. There's no USB port, and the switch is not dimmable. I was counting on it, so I had to change the sockets. It looks great though.
Élégant et chaleureux
Je recommande cette lampe de table. Elle est simple, mais belle et apporte une touche de chaleur à la déco. L’ampoule n’est pas incluse, mais une simple ampoule LED standard convient.