Bedside & reading
Seated, the bottom of the shade should sit at about eye level so the bulb never shows. A pair on matching nightstands keeps the room symmetrical.
Pair · with a dimmer for reading
Rayonshine
Tessa Molten Table Lamp
Size:Dia 23cm x H 20cm
Color:Gold
Plug Options:US Plug
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01Overview
Sculptural glass table lamp with molten organic shape casts warm light from bedroom to office.
A 9-inch-wide table lamp with an irregular, fluid-glass shade that sits on a polished metal base. The internal bulb glows through the thick glass, creating soft ambient light without a shade. Works on a nightstand, console, or desk in any room with standard outlets.
02Gallery
03Materials & Craft
Glass Shade
Heavy borosilicate glass with organic, hand-formed surface. Light refracts through the thickness, creating warm glow. Available in Gold, Silver, or Rose Gold finishes.
Metal Base
Polished metal base matches glass finish. Houses the inline switch and electrical components. Sits stable on any flat surface.
Bulb & Wiring
Takes E26 or E27 base bulbs (not included). 150cm cord with plug. Choose US, UK, EU, or AU plug at checkout.
04Size
Overall9.1″ diameter × 7.9″ height (23cm × 20cm)
ShadeBorosilicate glass, 9.1″ diameter
Cord150cm (59″) with in-line switch
05Dimensions
06Specifications
MaterialBorosilicate glass shade, iron base with metal finish
Socket or Light sourceE26 or E27 base (standard threaded bulb socket)
Recommended bulb or KelvinAny E26/E27 bulb up to 60W; warm white (2700K) recommended for ambient glow
VoltageAC 110–240V (universal)
PowerDepends on bulb wattage (max 60W)
SwitchIn-line on/off switch on 150cm cord
Cord or Cable150cm (59″) fabric-wrapped with inline switch and plug
EnvironmentIndoor use only
CareWipe glass with soft, dry cloth. Do not submerge. Keep away from direct water spray.
07Downloads
Data SheetComing soonAssembly InstructionsComing soon3D FilesComing soon
08Questions
What kind of bulb do I need?
Any E26 or E27 base bulb works. Warm white LED or incandescent (2700K) shows the glass color best. Bulb not included.
Can I use this in a bedroom?
Yes. The soft refracted light through the glass works well on a nightstand. Use a dimmable bulb if you want to control brightness.
What plug do I get?
Choose US, UK, EU, or AU at checkout. The lamp is dual-voltage (110–240V), so it works anywhere once you select your plug type.
How big is it really?
9 inches wide and 8 inches tall—compact enough for a nightstand or small desk, large enough to see the glass detail from across a room.
Downloads
Rayonshine — Melt & Tessa Molten
Where glass
forgets its
own shape.
forgets its
own shape.
Hand-blown while still molten, each shade cools into a one-of-a-kind drip — sculpture first, light second.
The idea
"Not built, but poured — every shade is glass caught mid-slide, frozen the instant it fell, then left to cool exactly in that shape."
One
Hand-blown, never repeated
Each shade is shaped by a single glassblower while the glass is still workable — no mould, no two pieces identical.
- Individually hand-formed, not cast
- Natural variation is part of the design
Two
A glow with warmth built in
Amber-toned glass tints the light itself — even an ordinary bulb turns into a soft, honeyed wash rather than a harsh point of light.
- Softens light, doesn't just cover the source
- Flatters dark wood, leather, and brass
Three
Sculpture first, fixture second
Switched off, the melted silhouette still holds the room — it reads as a carefully chosen art object on a shelf or ceiling.
- Organic form, no hard edges
- Looks intentional day or night
Every bubble, on purpose
The trapped air and organic drip edge aren't flaws — they're proof the piece was shaped by hand, not a mould.
The process
From furnace to fixture
01GatheringMolten glass is gathered from the furnace.
02ShapingRotated and shaped while still soft.
03The dripGravity pulls the signature melted edge.
04AnnealingSlow-cooled over hours to prevent stress.
IMG SLOTFitting
05FittingHardware fitted, tested, packed.
Specification
What you're bringing home
- Material
- Metal, PVC & plastic with a high-sheen metallic finish (not glass)
- Finishes
- Silver · Gold · Rose Gold · Chrome · Red · Smoky Grey (varies by form)
- Socket
- E26 or E27
- Bulb included
- No — sold separately
- Recommended bulb
- Warm white LED E26/E27, 2700–3000K, 5–10W
- Dimmable
- Yes, with a dimmable bulb and a TRIAC-compatible dimmer switch (pendant forms) · foot switch or in-line on/off switch (floor & table forms)
- Suspension
- 150cm / 59" cable per head (custom lengths available on request)
- Voltage
- AC 110–240V, full-range
- Wiring
- Hardwired, flat ceilings only (pendant forms) · plug with in-line/foot switch (floor & table forms)
- IP rating
- IP20 — indoor use only, not waterproof
- Certifications
- North America · Europe · Australia · Middle East
Multi-head cluster forms (e.g. Round Pendant System) are available in 3/5/7/11/13/16-head configurations, with orb sizes and canopy diameters scaled to configuration — confirm exact figures per SKU before publishing.
Lifestyle
Wherever the light falls
Let the room
hold its own light.
30days
30-day returnsFrom delivery, uninstalled and in the original packaging, with a return authorisation first. No restocking fee. Transit damage reported within 72 h is replaced free.15–35%
Trade programmeInterior designers, architects, contractors and hospitality buyers: discount by order value, replies within 1 business day, NET 30 on approval.
1day
Reply within 1 business dayOrder help, product advice or a 3D request — +1 800-978-5754 or support@rayonshine.com, every day of the year.
Rayonshine · Est. 2013 · Wilmington, Delaware · 1,100+ orders in the last 12 months, 92% to U.S. homes
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Same glass, other forms.
Finish the room in one material — a pendant over the bedside, a chandelier over the table.