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Liuto
An instrument made of light
A natural alabaster globe beneath a brass arm lined with polished marble and agate beads, like the tuning pegs of an old lute catching candlelight.
- SizeØ 14 × H 62 cm
- Stone beadsGreen, beige or brown
- FinishAntique bronze or gold
- BulbE26 / E27, max 40 W
Named after a lute
Liuto is the Italian word for lute
Picture an old lute resting against a plaster wall: the long neck, the row of carved tuning pegs, the rounded body that holds the sound.
The Liuto alabaster wall sconce is that instrument reimagined in stone and brass. A slender brass hairpin arm rises from the wall, lined on both sides with polished natural stone beads in marble and agate. Below it, a ribbed collar wraps the neck of the light like windings of string, and at the base sits a natural alabaster globe, the body of the instrument. Instead of music, it holds light.
Switch it on and the alabaster warms from within, revealing soft, cloud-like veining, while the stone beads catch the glow like pegs in candlelight. Choose green, beige or brown stone with an antique bronze or gold frame, and the Liuto becomes a collected object for Art Deco, Mediterranean, eclectic and modern classic interiors, at home beside a bed, along a hallway or on a living room wall.
Naturally unique veining
No two pieces of stone are ever the same
The alabaster globe and every marble and agate bead are cut from natural stone, so each piece carries its own veining and subtle variation in colour. The sconce you receive may differ slightly from the images shown, which makes your Liuto truly one of a kind.
A natural mark of real stone, not a quality defect.
Size and anatomy
One size, drawn to scale, with every part explained
Height62 cm24.4″
Globe diameterØ 14 cm5.5″
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Natural stone beads
Polished marble and agate beads in green, beige or brown, set on both sides of the arm like tuning pegs.
-
Brass hairpin arm
A slender U-shaped brass arm in antique bronze or gold, rising from a round wall plate.
-
Ribbed collar
A finely ribbed, gently waisted neck that frames the globe like the windings of a string.
-
Alabaster globe
A natural white alabaster sphere that glows warm and soft, with cloud-like veining.
Tip: wall sconces usually look best with their centre about 150–170 cm (60–66″) from the floor. Beside a bed, mount a little lower so the globe sits near reading height.
×2
Better Together
Buying a pair?
Select the option marked (*2) and two sconces together come at a better price than buying them separately. Made for both sides of a bed, a mirror or a doorway.
Specifications
Everything you need to know before ordering
Height62 cm24.4″
Globe diameterØ 14 cm5.5″
BulbE26 / E27max 40 W
Materials & colour
MaterialsNatural alabaster, brass, natural marble and agate beads
Frame finishAntique bronze or gold
Stone bead colourGreen, beige or brown
Alabaster colourWhite, with natural veining
Electrical
VoltageAC 110–240 V
Maximum power40 W
ControlPush-button switch, not dimmable
RatingIP20, indoor dry locations only
Ordering
SizeØ 14 cm × H 62 cm / Ø 5.5″ × H 24.4″
Preparation time5–10 days before dispatch
Pair optionTwo sconces at a better price with (*2)
Questions, answered
About the stone, the light and your order
The stone
Are the globe and beads real stone?
Yes. The globe is natural white alabaster, and the beads are natural marble and agate, not glass, resin or plastic.
Will my Liuto look exactly like the photos?
Very close, but not identical. Because every globe and bead is natural stone, each has its own veining and slight colour variation. This is a natural feature of real stone, not a defect.
Which stone colour should I choose?
Green beads add depth and a botanical, collected feel. Beige beads are soft and warm, ideal for light, neutral rooms. Brown beads feel earthy and rich, beautiful with dark wood and leather.
Antique bronze or gold?
Antique bronze has a darker, aged tone for vintage, eclectic and Mediterranean rooms. Gold is brighter and warmer, ideal for Art Deco and modern classic interiors.
The light
Which bulb does the Liuto use?
It takes an E26 or E27 bulb, up to 40 W. E26 is standard in the US, Canada and Mexico; E27 is standard in Europe and many other countries.
What bulb gives the best glow?
A warm white LED bulb (2700–3000K) brings out the candle-like glow of the alabaster globe and stays cool to the touch.
Is it dimmable?
No. The Liuto turns on and off with a push-button switch and is not dimmable. Its alabaster globe already softens the light into a warm, gentle glow.
Can I use it in a bathroom?
No. The Liuto is rated IP20 for indoor, dry rooms only. It suits bedrooms, hallways, stairways, living and dining rooms, but should not be installed in bathrooms or other damp areas.
Ordering and installing
How big is the Liuto?
It measures Ø 14 cm × H 62 cm (Ø 5.5″ × H 24.4″), a tall, slender sconce that makes a statement on its own or in a pair.
How high should I mount it?
As a guide, place the centre of the sconce about 150–170 cm (60–66″) from the floor. Beside a bed, a little lower works well for reading.
Will it work with the voltage in my country?
Yes. The Liuto runs on AC 110–240 V, which covers the US, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and most other countries.
How do I install it?
The Liuto mounts directly to the wall. For safety, we recommend installation by a qualified electrician.
Can I buy two at a better price?
Yes. Choose the option marked (*2) to get two sconces together at a lower price than buying them one by one.
How soon will my order ship?
Each sconce is prepared at our factory in 5–10 days, then dispatched to you. You will see the delivery estimate for your country at checkout.
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Liuto
An instrument made of light
A natural alabaster globe beneath a brass arm lined with polished marble and agate beads, like the tuning pegs of an old lute catching candlelight.
- SizeØ 14 × H 62 cm
- Stone beadsGreen, beige or brown
- FinishAntique bronze or gold
- BulbE26 / E27, max 40 W
Named after a lute
Liuto is the Italian word for lute
Picture an old lute resting against a plaster wall: the long neck, the row of carved tuning pegs, the rounded body that holds the sound.
The Liuto alabaster wall sconce is that instrument reimagined in stone and brass. A slender brass hairpin arm rises from the wall, lined on both sides with polished natural stone beads in marble and agate. Below it, a ribbed collar wraps the neck of the light like windings of string, and at the base sits a natural alabaster globe, the body of the instrument. Instead of music, it holds light.
Switch it on and the alabaster warms from within, revealing soft, cloud-like veining, while the stone beads catch the glow like pegs in candlelight. Choose green, beige or brown stone with an antique bronze or gold frame, and the Liuto becomes a collected object for Art Deco, Mediterranean, eclectic and modern classic interiors, at home beside a bed, along a hallway or on a living room wall.
Naturally unique veining
No two pieces of stone are ever the same
The alabaster globe and every marble and agate bead are cut from natural stone, so each piece carries its own veining and subtle variation in colour. The sconce you receive may differ slightly from the images shown, which makes your Liuto truly one of a kind.
A natural mark of real stone, not a quality defect.
Size and anatomy
One size, drawn to scale, with every part explained
Height62 cm24.4″
Globe diameterØ 14 cm5.5″
-
Natural stone beads
Polished marble and agate beads in green, beige or brown, set on both sides of the arm like tuning pegs.
-
Brass hairpin arm
A slender U-shaped brass arm in antique bronze or gold, rising from a round wall plate.
-
Ribbed collar
A finely ribbed, gently waisted neck that frames the globe like the windings of a string.
-
Alabaster globe
A natural white alabaster sphere that glows warm and soft, with cloud-like veining.
Tip: wall sconces usually look best with their centre about 150–170 cm (60–66″) from the floor. Beside a bed, mount a little lower so the globe sits near reading height.
×2
Better Together
Buying a pair?
Select the option marked (*2) and two sconces together come at a better price than buying them separately. Made for both sides of a bed, a mirror or a doorway.
Specifications
Everything you need to know before ordering
Height62 cm24.4″
Globe diameterØ 14 cm5.5″
BulbE26 / E27max 40 W
Materials & colour
MaterialsNatural alabaster, brass, natural marble and agate beads
Frame finishAntique bronze or gold
Stone bead colourGreen, beige or brown
Alabaster colourWhite, with natural veining
Electrical
VoltageAC 110–240 V
Maximum power40 W
ControlPush-button switch, not dimmable
RatingIP20, indoor dry locations only
Ordering
SizeØ 14 cm × H 62 cm / Ø 5.5″ × H 24.4″
Preparation time5–10 days before dispatch
Pair optionTwo sconces at a better price with (*2)
Questions, answered
About the stone, the light and your order
The stone
Are the globe and beads real stone?
Yes. The globe is natural white alabaster, and the beads are natural marble and agate, not glass, resin or plastic.
Will my Liuto look exactly like the photos?
Very close, but not identical. Because every globe and bead is natural stone, each has its own veining and slight colour variation. This is a natural feature of real stone, not a defect.
Which stone colour should I choose?
Green beads add depth and a botanical, collected feel. Beige beads are soft and warm, ideal for light, neutral rooms. Brown beads feel earthy and rich, beautiful with dark wood and leather.
Antique bronze or gold?
Antique bronze has a darker, aged tone for vintage, eclectic and Mediterranean rooms. Gold is brighter and warmer, ideal for Art Deco and modern classic interiors.
The light
Which bulb does the Liuto use?
It takes an E26 or E27 bulb, up to 40 W. E26 is standard in the US, Canada and Mexico; E27 is standard in Europe and many other countries.
What bulb gives the best glow?
A warm white LED bulb (2700–3000K) brings out the candle-like glow of the alabaster globe and stays cool to the touch.
Is it dimmable?
No. The Liuto turns on and off with a push-button switch and is not dimmable. Its alabaster globe already softens the light into a warm, gentle glow.
Can I use it in a bathroom?
No. The Liuto is rated IP20 for indoor, dry rooms only. It suits bedrooms, hallways, stairways, living and dining rooms, but should not be installed in bathrooms or other damp areas.
Ordering and installing
How big is the Liuto?
It measures Ø 14 cm × H 62 cm (Ø 5.5″ × H 24.4″), a tall, slender sconce that makes a statement on its own or in a pair.
How high should I mount it?
As a guide, place the centre of the sconce about 150–170 cm (60–66″) from the floor. Beside a bed, a little lower works well for reading.
Will it work with the voltage in my country?
Yes. The Liuto runs on AC 110–240 V, which covers the US, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and most other countries.
How do I install it?
The Liuto mounts directly to the wall. For safety, we recommend installation by a qualified electrician.
Can I buy two at a better price?
Yes. Choose the option marked (*2) to get two sconces together at a lower price than buying them one by one.
How soon will my order ship?
Each sconce is prepared at our factory in 5–10 days, then dispatched to you. You will see the delivery estimate for your country at checkout.
Customer Reviews
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Natural stone lighting
The quiet glow of alabaster
Sculpted by nature, refined for modern spaces. Discover light with a softer point of view.
Hand-finished in stone
The alabaster edit
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The only shade that glows from inside.
Most shades block light and let it out at the edges. Yet, this stone-textured lampshade manages to achieve exactly that.
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Translucent properties
Alabaster is translucent. Switch it on and the whole shade lights up from within, veining and all, instead of glowing only where the bulb sits. There is no bright spot to look at, because the light source is the entire surface.
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Naturally formed
The veining was decided underground, long before anyone cut it. Every shade carries its own pattern and its own faint colour shift — so the piece that arrives is not the piece in the photograph, and that is the point.
03
Durable and long-lasting
Resin and acrylic imitations go amber and brittle within a few years of sitting next to a warm bulb. Stone does not age that way. The shade you unpack is the shade you will have in twenty years.
Designed for better living
Stone Light Fixtures
Natural stone is different from metal or glass. Understanding these points before you buy ensures there won't be any surprises after installation.
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Light Color Defines the Look
Use warm white (2700K). The stone itself has an off-white, creamy tone; cool light passing through it makes it look grayish and dingy, whereas warm light brings out that honey-like hue seen in the photos.
02
Clean Only with a Dry Cloth
Alabaster is a natural stone that absorbs water and cleaning agents, which can leave permanent stains. Disconnect the power, let the bulb cool down, and then wipe the fixture with a soft, dry cloth—do not use water or spray cleaners.
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It is heavier than it looks.
The density of the stone is far greater than that of a glass shade of the same size; ensure the ceiling's load-bearing capacity is sufficient for safety.
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Natural Alabaster Lamps
Alabaster is translucent, so the light travels through the stone rather than escaping at the edges — the whole shade glows, veining and all. Every piece carries a pattern that was decided underground, which is why no two are alike.
Unique veining
Soft, natural translucency
Will not yellow
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Industrially Replicated Surface
Limitations of resin
Resin is cast in moulds, so the "veining" repeats from one shade to the next and the light passes through evenly with no depth to it. It also ages differently: sitting close to a warm bulb, resin tends to amber and grow brittle within a few years.
Prone to yellowing
Uniform light transmission
Repeating pattern
THE ART OF ALABASTER
Light, hidden within every texture.
The natural texture of alabaster brings a warm, mineral quality to the space. (Please contact us if you require a specific texture.)
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Pure
A pure white texture reminiscent of fresh snow—warm, smooth, and refined.
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Ink-Dyed
Deep, inky patterns flow across a white base.
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Lightning Pattern
A dynamic pattern resembling a bolt of lightning streaking across the sky.
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Ice-Crackle Pattern
Fine, intricate cracks evoking the aesthetic beauty of a sheet of ice at the moment it shatters.
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Snowflake Pattern
A pattern as light and airy as falling snowflakes, with every single flake unique.
Material · Method · Light
The art of alabaster
Every texture tells a story of natural light and patient craftsmanship.
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Crafted from select natural alabaster, preserving its unique veining.
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Meticulously cut and shaped by artisans.
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Repeatedly ground and polished for a smooth, refined texture.
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Carefully assembled and quality-inspected.
Custom Stone Lighting
Crafting Unique Stone Textures for You
We create bespoke stone lighting fixtures featuring unique textures tailored to your specifications.
From one-off custom pieces to multi-unit project orders, we cater to a wide range of custom requirements for residential, hospitality, and commercial interior design.
Custom Stone
From inspiration to the finished product, every detail can be customized.
Custom dimensions
Stone texture selection
Surface finishes
Shapes and profiles
Multi-piece orders
Trade and architectural projects
Stone sample service
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