Moon lamp product image (primary)
A small table lamp with a vertically ribbed amber glass dome shade sitting on a matte black cylindrical base and short vertical back support, placed on a square two-tier side table next to a tan leather sofa.

Simons Maison

Moon Lamp

CA$279.00CAD
In Stock

The Moon Lamp is an LED table lamp with an asymmetric, dome-shaped shade that projects a soft, layered light effect. It is commonly used as a night light or ambient lighting in living spaces, and is also popular as a decorative gift item. Made from ABS and polycarbonate, it features a built-in LED and a rechargeable lithium battery; dimensions are 6.75" x 8" x 13.75" (17 x 20 x 35 cm) with a 39.5" (1 m) cord.

Color
shiny black
Material
ABS and polycarbonate
Style
modern, minimal
Category
Home & Garden > Lighting > Lamps

Color

Black

Size

ONE SIZE

Specifications

A minimalist moon lamp that creates a dreamlike glow with its reflective inner patterns and built-in LED light.

Built-in LED light with lithium battery; ABS and polycarbonate construction; reflective inner patterns creating illusion of two interlaced moons.

Color
shiny black · black
Material
ABS and polycarbonate
Secondary
polycarbonate
Style
modern, minimal
Occasion
everyday, gift
Gender
unisex
Condition
new
Dimensions
6.75x8x13.75 in
Category
Home & Garden > Lighting > Lamps

Additional Attributes

  • minimalist design
  • celestial symbolism
  • poetic ambiance
  • finely-worked patterns
  • illusion of two interlaced moons
  • built-in LED light
  • lithium battery
  • shiny black lampshade
  • matte base
  • asymmetric suspended shape
  • sculptural calmness

Product Insights

The Moon Lamp by Simons Maison is a designer lighting piece that uses an asymmetrical suspended form and internal light refraction to create a dynamic two-moon optical illusion from any angle, offering a serene, sculptural presence whether on or off. Priced at CAD 279—roughly ten times a basic moon lamp—it delivers a poetic, weightless aesthetic with a durable ABS/polycarbonate body and cordless rechargeability, but at the cost of non-replaceable built-in LED and battery, which some buyers report degrading within weeks, leading to eventual tethered use.

Verified claims

Design story
The lamp intentionally uses an asymmetrical form and abstract double-moon illusion to evoke serenity, avoiding a realistic moon sphere.
Optical effect
The lamp's internal patterns refract light to create an optical illusion of two interlaced moons from any angle, and casts soft layered shadows.
Illusion
Light refraction through inner patterns creates a dynamic two-moon illusion that shifts with viewpoint.
Differentiation
Unlike 3D-printed single-moon lamps, this lamp projects two overlapping moons via internal reflectors.
Design intent
Asymmetric suspended form and cross-cultural moon symbolism give the lamp a poetic, weightless presence.
Maintenance
Use mild soap and a soft cloth; avoid ammonia cleaners.
Serviceability
Built-in LED and battery are not user-replaceable.
Build quality
ABS and polycarbonate body: 3-4× impact strength, self-extinguishing, high-gloss finish.
Appearance
Two-moon optical illusion and sculptural off-state form, grounded in emotion-driven design.
Price comparison
At CAD 279, roughly ten times the $18–$29 of budget moon lamps.
Sculptural form
Asymmetric form and glossy-matte finish create a sculpture when off
Value proposition
At CAD 279, the lamp costs about 10x a budget moon lamp but is a designer piece
Scale
6.75-inch width leaves two-thirds of a standard 18-inch nightstand free.
Placement
Cordless and rechargeable for placement on shelves, alcoves, and windowsills.
Off-state aesthetics
Sculptural lamp remains a decorative object when switched off.
Material
Some buyers report battery failure within a week; sealed battery eventually requires constant USB.
Battery and LED
Sealed battery and LED are non-replaceable; buyers report battery degradation within weeks, requiring tethered use.
Cleaning
Clean polycarbonate shade with mild soap and soft cloth to prevent micro-scratches.

Product record

Title
Moon Lamp
Brand
Simons Maison
Price
279 CAD
Availability
In stock

Image Analysis

3 images
Moon lamp product image (primary)
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Product

A small table lamp with a vertically ribbed amber glass dome shade sitting on a matte black cylindrical base and short vertical back support, placed on a square two-tier side table next to a tan leather sofa.

  • Shade shape and textureDomed, vertically ribbed glass shade with warm amber illumination concentrated toward the center and darker at the top and edges.
    1 regionx 0.49 · y 0.25 · w 0.13 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Lamp base and supportMatte black cylindrical base with a short round footprint and a matching vertical rear support that rises behind the shade.
    1 regionx 0.55 · y 0.35 · w 0.08 · h 0.25 (high)
  • Light qualityWarm yellow-orange light emitted through the ribbed glass creating visible vertical light bands and a soft pool of light on the table surface.
    1 regionx 0.46 · y 0.39 · w 0.25 · h 0.18 (high)
  • PlacementLamp is positioned near the rear-right corner of the top surface of a small two-tier square side table beside a sofa arm.

Other

Lifestyle scene showing the lamp on a two-tier metal-and-white side table in a living room setting with a tan leather sofa and folded knit throw; stacks of books on the floor and lower shelf; soft directional lighting and mild shadowing.

  • Side table constructionSquare two-tier side table with chrome tubular frame and white top and lower shelf surfaces holding decorative items and books.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.45 · w 0.46 · h 0.43 (high)
  • Sofa arm and throwTan leather sofa arm visible at right with a ribbed off-white knit throw draped over the back and side.
    1 regionx 0.66 · y 0.31 · w 0.32 · h 0.53 (high)
  • Book stacksMultiple stacks of books and magazines on the floor in front of the side table and several books on the table lower shelf.
    2 regionsx 0.04 · y 0.68 · w 0.40 · h 0.29 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.74 · w 0.29 · h 0.18 (medium)
  • Translucent box textLincoln
    1 regionx 0.33 · y 0.70 · w 0.20 · h 0.06 (medium)
  • Wall-mounted shelf and decorCurved wooden wall shelf with small decorative objects visible on the upper left of the image.
    1 regionx 0.05 · y 0.02 · w 0.45 · h 0.20 (medium)
  • Lighting and shadowingWarm localized lamp light produces soft shadows around objects on the table and a gentle gradient on the nearby wall; overall scene lit with warm ambient light.

Colors

amber glass· shade#8C816Cmatte black· base and support#15110Csoft white· table topPackagingtan leather· sofa visible adjacent to lamp#AA844D
Moon lamp product image 2
02

Product

A small table lamp with a vertical cylindrical stem and a translucent domed shade that emits warm amber light; lamp sits on a three-legged wooden side table. Shade shows vertical ribbed texture and visible internal glow; stem appears matte and dark.

  • Overall geometryLamp consists of a short vertical cylindrical stem that rises from the tabletop and curves slightly at the top to meet a domed, hemispherical shade.
    1 regionx 0.46 · y 0.30 · w 0.15 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Shade material and textureDomed shade is translucent glass with visible vertical ribbing or fluted texture; interior is lit and shows a warm amber glow concentrated near the center.
    1 regionx 0.50 · y 0.30 · w 0.10 · h 0.15 (high)
  • Shade appearanceShade surface is glossy and reflects a small rectangular highlight near its upper front edge.
    1 regionx 0.52 · y 0.29 · w 0.05 · h 0.04 (high)
  • Stem finishVertical stem appears smooth and dark with a matte finish and rounded top where it meets the shade.
    1 regionx 0.46 · y 0.33 · w 0.05 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Mounting on tableStem attaches directly to the wooden tabletop surface; no visible external cord is present in the cropped area.Partial
    1 regionx 0.44 · y 0.44 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium)

Other

Lifestyle scene showing the lamp on a small wooden side table between upholstered seating under angled natural light; strong sunlight casts rectangular highlights and shadows across the floor and furniture.

  • Side tableSmall wooden side table with a sculpted three-legged form and curved top surface, visible grain and a warm brown finish; a small stack of magazines rests on the tabletop beside the lamp.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.44 · w 0.27 · h 0.17 (high)
  • Seating visibleTwo upholstered furniture pieces flank the table: a left-side cushioned sofa section and a right-side ottoman, both in a light beige fabric with visible seam piping.
    2 regionsx 0.02 · y 0.33 · w 0.40 · h 0.37 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.46 · w 0.34 · h 0.27 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowsStrong directional sunlight from upper left casts bright rectangular highlights and long soft shadows across the floor and the right ottoman; indoor ambient light is warm near the lamp.
  • Background and compositionScene framed under a sloped ceiling or wall plane with neutral paint; composition centers the lamp and table between seating, image has soft film-like grain.

Colors

matte black· lamp stemwarm amber· lamp shade#C37B45
Moon lamp product image 3
03

Product

Top-down closeup of a table lamp showing a ribbed amber glass dome shade that is lit and a matte dark gray cylindrical stem with a round base.

  • Ribbed glass shadeSemi-spherical glass shade with closely spaced radial ribbing converging at a small central point on the top; the shade is internally lit and glows warm amber from the light inside.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.24 · w 0.34 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Shade surface reflectionsSpecular reflections of the environment visible on the outer surface of the glass, appearing as bright white rectangular highlights on the shade.
    1 regionx 0.26 · y 0.30 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Matte cylindrical stemVertical rounded stem attached to the side of the shade, with a smooth matte dark gray or charcoal finish and a tapered top where it meets the shade.
    1 regionx 0.07 · y 0.22 · w 0.12 · h 0.42 (high)
  • Round baseCircular flat base matching the stem's matte dark gray finish, partially visible at the bottom of the stem and sitting on the tabletop.
    1 regionx 0.05 · y 0.58 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (medium)
  • Light glow on tableWarm orange light from the lamp casts a radial glow and soft shadows on the wooden tabletop below and around the lamp.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.54 · w 0.40 · h 0.40 (medium)

Other

Scene is a top-down lifestyle shot with shallow depth of field showing a laptop and an open book on a wooden table; soft directional lighting and bokeh blur in the background.

  • Shot compositionTop-down angled closeup framing the lamp in the left-center foreground with a laptop upper-right and an open book lower-right, with strong foreground focus and blurred background.
  • Laptop propPart of a laptop keyboard and screen visible and out of focus in the upper-right area of the image.
    1 regionx 0.55 · y 0.02 · w 0.42 · h 0.30 (medium)
  • Open book propOpen book with visible photographic images on its pages placed on the table beneath and to the right of the lamp; pages are in focus near the lamp and blur toward the edge.
    1 regionx 0.54 · y 0.56 · w 0.40 · h 0.36 (high)
  • Table surfaceWood tabletop with a warm brown finish visible across the image and forming the primary surface for the lamp, laptop, and book.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.40 · w 0.60 · h 0.56 (high)
  • Depth of field and lightingShallow depth of field produces strong bokeh on background elements and a concentrated warm light on foreground objects from the lit lamp.

Colors

warm amber· glass shade#D3750Bcharcoal gray· stem#1A2331charcoal gray· base#442512

Reddit Insights

5 threads · r/INEEEEDIT, r/3Dprinting, r/mildlyinteresting, r/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon, r/malelivingspace

Reddit users are generally positive about moon lamps for their realistic moon-like appearance and ambient light, though they note potential issues with battery life, cosmetic defects on cheaper models, and the finicky nature of levitating versions.

positive sentiment75% match

Most comments express satisfaction with the lamp's aesthetics and functionality, but a significant minority report durability and reliability problems.

Themes

Aesthetic Appealpositive
Quality and Durability Issuesnegative
DIY 3D Printing Experienceneutral
Levitating Featuremixed

Use Cases

  • Night light / ambient lighting
  • Decorative piece
  • Gift

Watch Out For

lowCheaper Amazon moon lamps may arrive with unexpected etched text or other cosmetic flaws.
highThe rechargeable battery may fail after a short period, and customer service from some sellers is unhelpful.
mediumLevitating moon lamps can be unstable and easily fall off the magnetic base, becoming a hassle to realign.
highThe 3D printed shell is fragile and can break if dropped, especially by children.

Compared To

vs cheaper Amazon moon lamps

Users warn that cheaper versions may arrive with cosmetic defects like etched letters, but the light effect is still enjoyable.

Source Threads

  • Long 3D print time for moon lamp

    My current print is at 57 out of 60 hours. Pucker factor 11.

    u/bobombpomr/3DprintingView thread →

  • Battery failure on moon lamp

    I bought one of these awhile ago but the battery in it failed after less than a week. Wouldn’t hold any charge, company was unwilling to work with me for a return or exchange too. Legitimately was so pretty though and mine definitely looked like the moon too. I hope yours doesn’t suffer the same fate!!!

    u/xN00dzxr/mildlyinterestingView thread →

  • Levitating moon lamp alignment issues

    it's a cool idea, but 99% of the time within a few hours of setting it up it'll get bumped or something and fall off and I just don't feel like hunching over it for another 5 minutes trying to get it perfectly aligned again.

    u/JackhorseBowmanr/malelivingspaceView thread →

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/decor/lighting/desk-lamps/moon-lamp--20829-25201301?colourId=0
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