Designer Table Lamp | Handcrafted in NZ | Tōtara Post #47 – Shades at Grays
Turn around time 7 - 10 days | Shipped nationwide
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Authentic tōtara fence post upcycled by shades at grays to unique lamp with edison bulb, lit.
Authentic tōtara fence post upcycled by shades at grays to unique lamp with edison bulb, lit, polished smooth top grain.
Authentic tōtara fence post upcycled by shades at grays to unique lamp with edison bulb, lit, close up of original barb wire.
Close up of wood grain and original marks and barb wire, polished with natural bees wax.
Authentic tōtara fence post upcycled by shades at grays to unique lamp with edison bulb, lit, back view.
Shades at Grays

Designer Table Lamp | Handcrafted in NZ | Tōtara Post #47

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Own a piece of Aotearoa's past with this Edison Lamp crafted from reclaimed tōtara

This captivating table lamp isn't just illumination, it's a conversation starter. Handcrafted from a salvaged tōtara fence post, it whispers tales of New Zealand's rich history.

Tōtara, one of the country's oldest and most revered trees, served as a cornerstone for Māori and European settlers alike.

Its enduring strength made it the ideal material for carving, housing, and of course, fencing.

This particular section likely stood sentinel over rural landscapes for well over a century, silently observing the evolution of New Zealand's agricultural ingenuity.

I have retained the original barb wire, cleaned it up and filed its sharp points. There is also an original staple hole.

The addition of a vintage-inspired edison bulb provides a warm and inviting glow, making it a perfect lamp for any room in your home.

It also makes a meaningful gift for those who appreciate the beauty and sustainability of natural timber.

Each lamp comes with a description of its individual history.

Dimensions:

  • Height, with bulb 35 cm; width 11 cm; length 33cm.
  • Weight: 1.7 kg

The history of the timber has been retained by leaving any surface marks, while exposing and polishing the beautiful grain.

The vintage E27 40W screw fit Edison bulb has a lamp life of about 1500 hours and can be easily changed for any number of similar bulbs that are generally freely available in New Zealand.

Each lamp is independently tagged and tested. We recommend a maximum 40W bulb.

Your Edison lamp has a felt pad on the base to protect any surface you choose to put it on.

With black fittings, this lamp has a long lead with an in-line switch.

Delivery

We have a $7 flat fee for delivery in the Wellington area, and a (free) click and collect service from Plimmerton, Wellington.

Delivery charges outside of Wellington will be calculated at check-out.

Deliveries to Australia may be subject to custom regulations regarding the importation of timber and are the responsibility of the purchaser.

Thank you for supporting a small NZ business.