Simons Maison
Marble-Effect Alabaster Globe Table Lamp
This table lamp features a spherical frosted white globe diffuser mounted on a round marble-effect alabaster base with a metal collar, providing ambient lighting for living rooms, bedrooms, or offices. It requires a type E26 bulb up to 40W (not included), has an inline cord switch and a 6-foot (183 cm) power cord, and is UL certified. The lamp measures 8 inches (20 cm) in diameter and 18 inches (46 cm) in height, with some assembly required.
- Color
- marble-effect alabaster
- Material
- marble-effect alabaster
- Style
- modern, contemporary
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lighting > Lamps
Specifications
This sleek globe table lamp combines marble-effect alabaster with contemporary design, adding a touch of luxury to any room.
Requires type E26 bulb (40W max), inline cord switch, 6ft power cord, UL certified, commercial grade, some assembly required.
- Color
- marble-effect alabaster · white
- Material
- marble-effect alabaster
- Style
- modern, contemporary
- Occasion
- everyday
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 8x8x18 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lighting > Lamps
Additional Attributes
- marble-effect alabaster
- inline cord switch
- UL certified
- commercial grade
- designed in Canada
- some assembly required
Product Insights
The Marble-Effect Alabaster Globe Table Lamp is a Simons Maison house-label piece at 249 CAD: an 8-inch alabaster-effect globe floating on a slim 18-inch base in a single continuous soft material with no separate metal stem, a documented 1930s French Art Deco night-lamp silhouette rather than a table-hugging sphere or an architectural task form. Its light is entirely ambient, a 360-degree wash with a ceiling bounce, diffused evenly with no hotspots or glare and no downward task focus, so it belongs at or below a seated sight line on a lower table. The E26 socket is UL certified along with cord and inline switch; the 40W ceiling is a safety limit rather than a brightness spec, and a 6-9W LED is the correct bulb. The 6-ft cord with inline switch means the lamp must sit within outlet reach, and setup is only fitting the pre-wired globe to the base, with no hardwiring. The globe is designed in Canada, a design authorship credit rather than a made-in-Canada fabrication claim, and it is sold only at Simons, refreshed each season, so it may not be restocked. The material reads soft and classic, pairing with warm neutrals, marble, travertine, wood and brass, and clashing with glossy lacquer and chrome. At roughly a third the price of the 770 CAD handmade Quebec Danoise pendant, the tradeoffs are the absence of downward task light, the outlet-proximity constraint, seasonal rather than permanent availability, and styling that narrows to natural and warm surfaces.
Verified claims
- Light diffusion
- The spherical frosted white globe diffuser distributes light evenly without harsh hotspots, producing soft, diffused, glare-reducing ambient light.
- Ambient lighting
- The 8-inch globe radiates a 360-degree ambient wash with a ceiling bounce and no downward task focus, providing ambient lighting for living rooms, bedrooms, and offices.
- Design heritage
- The white globe on a slim base is a documented 1930s French Art Deco night-lamp archetype.
- Silhouette
- The globe shape reads soft and classic, not architectural or task-oriented.
- Brand positioning
- Simons Maison is the retailer's exclusive in-house label, refreshed each season.
- Provenance
- Designed in Canada is a design credit, not a made-in-Canada fabrication claim.
- Palette pairing
- Suits marble, travertine, wood and brass; clashes with glossy lacquer and chrome
- Style register
- The globe reads soft and classic, with a warm presence, and the design values are modern/contemporary and elegant/serene rather than flashy.
- Material continuity
- The marble-effect alabaster finish extends across the base and globe as a single continuous soft material, with no separate metal stem.
- Bulb guidance
- The lamp requires an E26 bulb up to 40W (not included), and the 40W maximum is a socket safety limit, not brightness — a 6-9W LED is the right bulb.
- Placement
- The 8-inch globe floats 18 inches up, above the tabletop rather than resting on it.
- Cord and switch
- The 6-ft / 183 cm cord carries an inline on/off switch with no dimming, so the lamp must sit within outlet reach.
- Sight line
- Keep the glowing orb at or below your seated sight line on a lower table.
- Scale
- An 8-inch globe raised on an 18-inch body, not a table-hugging sphere like Pablo Designs' 8.75-inch Bola
- Price positioning
- At 249 CAD it runs about a third the price of the 770 CAD made-in-Quebec Danoise pendant.
- Seasonal availability
- Simons Maison refreshes each season, so this piece may not be restocked.
- Assembly
- Assembly is fitting the pre-wired globe onto the base; no hardwiring or electrical work, all parts ship in the box.
- Certification
- UL certification covers the lamp's E26 socket, cord and inline switch.
- Material composition
- The merchant lists the composition as 'Alabaster' and names the finish 'marble-effect alabaster', but the listing does not confirm whether it is genuine solid alabaster or an alabaster-style composite; treat it as an alabaster-finished piece rather than assuming solid stone.
- Bulb color temperature
- Simons Maison does not publish a recommended color temperature; the listing specifies only a type E26 bulb with a 40W maximum. For a warm, calming glow, a warm-white E26 LED around 2700K works within that limit.
Product record
- Title
- Marble-Effect Alabaster Globe Table Lamp
- Brand
- Simons Maison
- Price
- 249 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 5 sourcesUses
Adding a warm, calming glow to a living room or bedroom
This globe table lamp suits someone looking to create a calming atmosphere in a living room, bedroom, or office. Its spherical globe gives off warm light with a soft glow and gentle shadowing when lit, and the inline cord switch makes it easy to turn on and off from wherever the 6-foot cord reaches an outlet. Note that it requires an E26 bulb of up to 40 watts, which is not included, and some assembly is needed.[1,2]
Adding a soft, luxurious accent to a living room, office, or bedroom
This marble-effect alabaster globe lamp works as a decorative piece when styling a living room, office, or bedroom, where the merchant says it brings an on-trend touch of luxury and a calming atmosphere. It can sit on a coffee table or side surface alongside other decor, as shown in the product's lifestyle imagery. Note that the luxurious, refined look described is the merchant's characterization.[1,2,3]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Marble-Effect Alabaster Globe Table Lamp: Choose this if you want a versatile table lamp for a living room, office, or bedroom that the merchant describes as blending timeless elegance with contemporary design, with a marble-effect alabaster base, large frosted white globe, and a calming, warm-glowing ambiance. It stands 18 inches tall with an 8 inch diameter, plugs in via a 6-foot cord with an inline switch, and is UL certified and commercial grade. Note that it requires an E26 bulb up to 40 watts (not included) and some assembly.[1,2,3] | Marble Spherical Base Table Lamp: Choose this if you want a dimmable table lamp with a honed Volakas marble base in tones of white and a generously sized tapered off-white linen shade on a brushed nickel plated fitting, which the retailer positions as complements to many interior styles and as suited to a bedroom or living room. It has a dimmer switch rated up to 100 W, is listed as commercial grade, and measures 17 x 19 x 17 inches (43.25 x 48.25 x 43.25 cm), offered in Black and White variants. Note that it requires one E26 LED bulb that is not included, and the marble's colour and texture may vary between pieces.[4] | Beige Travertine Spherical Base Table Lamp: Choose this for a bedroom or living room accent lamp with a natural-stone look: Simons describes a honed cream travertine sphere base paired with a generously sized ivory linen shade and champagne plated fitting that, with a bulb, casts a warm glow. It is dimmable via a dimmer switch rated up to 100 watts, comes in commercial-grade construction at roughly 17 by 19 by 17 inches, and works beautifully alone or paired, per the retailer. Note that it requires one E26 LED bulb that is not included, and the travertine's colour and texture may vary piece to piece.[5] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Right-side table lamp with a smooth cylindrical marble-effect base supporting a large spherical frosted white globe; a slim metallic disc sits between globe and base.
- Globe shape and finishLarge near-perfect spherical globe sitting atop the base, smooth frosted white finish that diffuses light with soft shadowing on its right side.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.04 · w 0.26 · h 0.26 (high) - Base geometryTall vertical rounded cylinder base with a gently domed top edge, straight sides and a flat bottom, proportionally narrower than the globe.
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x 0.62 · y 0.27 · w 0.16 · h 0.39 (high) - Marble-effect surfaceBase shows pale off-white color with subtle darker gray irregular veining and speckling consistent with a marble or stone effect.
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x 0.64 · y 0.31 · w 0.10 · h 0.28 (high) - Metal spacerThin circular metallic disc between globe and base, visible as a narrow reflective ring with a warm silver tone.
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x 0.64 · y 0.24 · w 0.10 · h 0.04 (high) - Light casting and shadowGlobe lit from camera-left producing a soft highlight on the left hemisphere and a gentle shadow falling to the right onto the wall behind.
Other
Lifestyle scene showing the lamp placed on a wooden oval coffee table with decorative props including a small vase with branches, stacked books and a textured tray; neutral textured wall background and a boucle upholstered object in the foreground right.
- Table surfaceOval wooden coffee table with visible wood grain and rounded edge supporting the lamp and props.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.55 · w 0.84 · h 0.30 (medium) - Vase and branchesSmall matte light-brown ceramic vase with tall thin twig-like branches placed to the left of the lamp.
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x 0.10 · y 0.16 · w 0.18 · h 0.28 (high) - Stacked booksTwo stacked books lie flat on the table to the left of the lamp; the top book has a prominent bold title on its spine.
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x 0.08 · y 0.38 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high) - Book spine text“DAZED”
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x 0.10 · y 0.39 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (high) - Small trayRectangular light beige textured tray with scalloped edge detail placed near the front of the table.
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x 0.20 · y 0.48 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (high) - Foreground upholsteryCurved boucle upholstered object in cream color occupies the lower right foreground and partially occludes the table edge.
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x 0.68 · y 0.62 · w 0.30 · h 0.36 (high) - Wall textureNeutral light beige plastered wall with subtle mottled texture and soft shadows behind the lamp.
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x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.60 (medium) - Shot compositionVertical lifestyle crop framing the lamp approximately right of center with props to the left and foreground object at lower right; soft directional lighting from left.
Colors
frosted white· globe#F6F1EDpale marble white· base#EEE9E4warm silver· spacer disc- Globe shape and finishLarge near-perfect spherical globe sitting atop the base, smooth frosted white finish that diffuses light with soft shadowing on its right side.
- 02
Product
A table lamp with a glowing spherical white globe mounted on a rounded cylindrical alabaster-effect base with a thin metallic disk between globe and base; visible from near-frontal angle standing on a wooden coffee table.
- Globe shadeLarge perfectly spherical opal/white glass globe that is lit and emits warm light; globe sits concentrically above the base and has a smooth matte luminous finish.
1 region
x 0.59 · y 0.06 · w 0.30 · h 0.26 (high) - Mounting diskThin circular metallic disk or collar directly under the globe, with a warm brass-like tone separating globe from base.
1 region
x 0.63 · y 0.28 · w 0.18 · h 0.04 (high) - Base shape and finishTall rounded cylindrical base with slightly rounded top edges, smooth stonelike surface showing subtle darker flecks and cloudy marks consistent with a marble or alabaster effect.
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x 0.60 · y 0.30 · w 0.18 · h 0.44 (high) - Visible surface marksSeveral irregular darker gray flecks and cloudy spots scattered across the base surface; marks vary in size and are unevenly distributed.
2 regions
x 0.63 · y 0.44 · w 0.08 · h 0.12 (medium); x 0.66 · y 0.60 · w 0.06 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Lifestyle scene showing the lamp placed on a round wooden coffee table with decorative objects, warm wall background, visible seating at lower right, and soft directional lighting that creates warm highlights and shadows.
- Table topOval wooden coffee table with visible wood grain and rounded edges supporting the lamp and other decor pieces.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.48 · w 0.76 · h 0.28 (high) - Books and textTwo stacked books placed to the left of the lamp; the top book spine displays a bold title.
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x 0.11 · y 0.46 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high) - Transcribed book title“DAZED”
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x 0.13 · y 0.50 · w 0.14 · h 0.05 (high) - Small book subtitle“30 Years Confused The Covers That Launched a Movement”Partial
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x 0.25 · y 0.50 · w 0.20 · h 0.05 (medium) - Ceramic vaseSmall glossy ceramic bud vase in a warm mustard/amber tone holding several thin twig-like branches, placed near the stack of books.
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x 0.09 · y 0.24 · w 0.12 · h 0.22 (high) - Decor trayRectangular shallow decorative tray with scalloped edges in a textured stone or concrete finish placed near the front edge of the table.
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x 0.27 · y 0.60 · w 0.20 · h 0.09 (high) - Seating visiblePortion of a textured boucle or sherpa-upholstered seating element visible at the lower right foreground.
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x 0.72 · y 0.60 · w 0.28 · h 0.34 (high) - Background wallTextured plaster or stucco wall in warm neutral beige tones forming the backdrop; lighting creates soft shadows and vignetting behind the lamp.
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x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.60 (high) - Lighting and shadowsWarm ambient lighting with the lamp switched on producing a visible glow and soft downward shadow on the table surface and faint halo on the wall.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.08 · w 0.44 · h 0.56 (high)
Colors
warm off-white· globe shadelight alabaster gray· basewarm brass· mounting disk#D4AD83black on white· book spinePackaging- Globe shadeLarge perfectly spherical opal/white glass globe that is lit and emits warm light; globe sits concentrically above the base and has a smooth matte luminous finish.
- 03
Product
Close-up of a table lamp showing an off-white spherical diffuser, a shallow circular saucer, and a rounded cylindrical marble-effect base with subtle grey veining; lower view shows white power cord with inline rocker switch and two-prong plug emerging from the base onto a wood surface.
- Globe diffuserUpper half of a smooth matte off-white spherical diffuser visible; edge curves into frame at top center.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.00 · w 0.84 · h 0.36 (high) - Saucer plateThin shallow circular saucer or collar between globe and base, pale slightly metallic or painted finish, sits flush on top of the base.
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x 0.37 · y 0.29 · w 0.26 · h 0.05 (high) - Marble-effect baseRounded cylindrical base with a smooth matte stone texture and subtle irregular grey veining spots and streaks on a warm white background.
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x 0.22 · y 0.18 · w 0.56 · h 0.48 (high) - Base lower curvatureLower portion of the base visible resting on the surface, shows a soft rounded bottom edge.
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x 0.12 · y 0.46 · w 0.76 · h 0.28 (high) - Inline rocker switchWhite rectangular inline rocker switch on the cord with an oblong recessed rocker button in the center.
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x 0.60 · y 0.70 · w 0.26 · h 0.20 (high) - Two-prong plugWhite non-grounded two flat-blade plug with molded grip and short flexible strain relief at base of blades.
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x 0.80 · y 0.80 · w 0.16 · h 0.16 (high) - Power cordWhite electrical cord consisting of two parallel insulated conductors running from the base, visible as two adjacent white cables lying on the wood surface.
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x 0.02 · y 0.66 · w 0.74 · h 0.32 (high)
Other
Image is a vertically split detail composition showing upper lamp close-up and lower detail of base and cord on a wooden tabletop with soft directional lighting and cast shadows.
- Shot compositionVertical two-panel style crop with an implied horizontal divider roughly at the middle; upper panel focuses on globe and upper base, lower panel focuses on base bottom, cord, switch, and plug.
- Background and surfaceLamp sits on a warm medium-toned wood surface with visible grain; background behind upper lamp is a soft neutral wall with diffused shadow bands.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium) - Lighting and shadowSoft directional light from the right casts gentle shadows of the cord and plug and creates subtle highlights on the globe and base.
- Image qualityHigh resolution with clear texture detail on the stone-effect base and wood grain; no legible printed text present in the visible area.
Colors
warm off-white· globe diffuserpale cool white· saucer platewarm white with grey veining· marble-effect basebright white· power cord and switch- Globe diffuserUpper half of a smooth matte off-white spherical diffuser visible; edge curves into frame at top center.