Fabula Mansfield Single Table Lamp Base - Black - Base Only

A Tiered Base Waiting for Your Shade

The Mansfield table lamp base brings stepped sculptural profile in matt black, allowing you to pair it with any shade that suits your scheme. The wide, tiered footprint gives the base genuine presence even without a shade attached, while the matte finish keeps it discreet. This is a foundation that does its job without demanding attention, leaving the spotlight for whichever shade you choose.

Choosing Your Finish

Matt black reads as simple and grounded without any plastic or budget appearance. It sits equally at home in contemporary minimalist schemes and period interiors, and the soft surface texture suits the tiered silhouette by avoiding any competing shine. Fingerprints and dust don't show on matte finishes the way they do on gloss, making this a low maintenance choice for long term use.

How It Works

One E27 lamp holder accepts bulbs up to 60W maximum, so you can adjust brightness to suit different moods and activities. The base uses a simple toggle switch on the power cord, making on and off control straightforward. Class I electrical standards require a proper earth connection in the wiring. If you choose dimmable bulbs and have a compatible dimmer installed, light adjusts smoothly across the full range.

Where It Works Best

Bedside tables, living room consoles, study desks, dining room sideboards all provide natural homes for this base. The neutral finish and modest footprint suit bedrooms, living rooms, studies and dining areas without introducing any colour or style conflict. The main advantage is pairing it with a shade that matches existing room decoration rather than accepting a fixed design combination.

Design Details

The stepped profile isn't purely visual. Those tiers create subtle shadow lines that add interest without ornamentation, and the wide base provides a low centre of gravity that keeps the lamp stable even when topped with a substantial shade. The design is honest and straightforward, letting the materials do the work.

Good to Know

• Takes one E27 bulb, maximum 60W, bulbs not included
• Dimmable if used with dimmable bulbs and a compatible dimmer
• Class I electrical rating, requires an earth connection
• Suitable for dry indoor areas only
• Made from iron
• Height 15cm, diameter 15cm at widest point
• Weighs 1.4kg
• 1 year warranty
• Base only, shade not included
• Unfortunately we're unable to deliver this item to Northern Ireland, the Scottish Highlands, the Isle of Wight, Jersey or Guernsey

Questions People Ask

What shade size works best with this base?
Any shade with a standard E27 fitting will work, which covers the vast majority of shades sold separately. Check the fitting before purchasing to be certain, but most modern shades will pair without any issue.

Is the base stable enough for larger shades?
Yes. The wide tiered footprint and 1.4kg weight create a stable platform that resists tipping even with a fairly substantial shade mounted on top. It stays firmly in place without wobbling under normal use.

Can I use this with a dimmer switch?
Absolutely. Install dimmable bulbs and wire in a compatible dimmer switch, then adjust the light from the wall control. Most modern dimmers work without fuss on straightforward lamp setups like this.

Height: 15cm
Diameter: 15cm

We offer free standard delivery on orders within the UK Mainland* (an additional fee applies for the Isle of Wight, the Isle of Man, the Scottish Isles, parts of Scotland, Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, the Channel Isles and International).

*Collingwood orders under £150 incur a delivery fee of £9.95 inc. VAT.
*Any order under £49 incurs a delivery fee of £9.95.