Elstead Taiko 2 Light Wall Light - Olde Bronze

Kindling caught mid air

Taiko takes its name from a cluster of slender steel rods that spike out above and below a plain linen drum shade, as if a scattering of kindling had been caught mid air. It is an unusual, sculptural shape for a wall light, closer to a piece of art than a conventional fitting, and no two rods sit at quite the same angle.

Steel rods in olde bronze

The rods are steel, finished in a dark olde bronze tone that reads as aged metal rather than a polished, shiny fitting. They are arranged asymmetrically around a plain linen drum shade in a soft neutral tone, which calms the composition down and diffuses the light evenly rather than competing with the sculptural frame.

How It Works

Two E14 bulbs sit inside the linen shade, hidden from view, so the light spills out softly through the fabric rather than shining directly. It is wired to Class I standard, which means it needs an earthed supply, and it will dim if you fit dimmable E14 bulbs.

Where It Works Best

At just over 60cm tall, Taiko makes a genuine statement either side of a bed, flanking a fireplace, or on its own in a hallway, living room or dining room where you want a talking point rather than background light. It also works well as a soft accent in a kitchen diner. Its contemporary, architectural shape suits modern interiors best, somewhere the sculptural top and base have a plain wall to stand out against.

An Unexpected Turn for Elstead

Elstead Lighting is a British decorative lighting group and distributor whose roots trace back to The Elstead Forge in Alton, Hampshire, and the company remains under the same Lucas family leadership today. Its catalogue leans heavily traditional and country house in style, so Taiko marks a rare step into something more architectural and sculptural, proof the brand can turn its hand to a different aesthetic when a design calls for it.

Good To Know

• Steel frame with a plain linen drum shade
• H 60.2cm x W 25cm x D 12.5cm projection from the wall
• Two E14 bulbs required, not included
• Class I, requires an earthed supply
• Dimmable when fitted with dimmable bulbs
• 2 year warranty
• We're unable to deliver this item to AB, DD, GY, HS, IM, IV, JE, KW, PA, PH, TR and ZE postcodes

Questions People Ask

How many bulbs does the Taiko wall light need? Two E14 bulbs, which are not included, sit inside the linen shade.

Is the Taiko wall light dimmable? Yes, as long as you fit dimmable E14 bulbs. Standard, non dimmable bulbs will not dim even on a dimmer circuit.

Does the Taiko wall light need to be earthed? Yes. It is wired to Class I standard, so it needs an earthed supply rather than a double insulated one.

How tall is the Taiko wall light? It measures 60.2cm from top to bottom, with the linen shade around 25cm wide and the fitting projecting about 12.5cm from the wall.

602mm x 250mm x 250mm x 125mm

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