It is not difficult to find a lamp, but finding the right atmosphere is slightly more complicated. Many people think light must stay where the wire is attached to the wall, which is a rather unpractical way of thinking. A proper mood should move with you, whether you sit by the table inside or decide it is a fine evening to sit on the steps outside.
The Zafferano push-up lamp handles this task nicely. It is a rechargeable cordless table lamp with touch controls that does not need a plug to function. You simply push the top down, and the hidden lid rises to show the light source. It has a sensible IP54 rating, meaning it tolerates some rain if you leave it on the terrace.
Another useful detail is the hidden control system under the base. It lets you change the light temperature from very warm to standard white, which is practical when the northern darkness comes early. The battery keeps going for around twelve hours, so it outlasts most dinner conversations.
The company behind it, Zafferano, was started in 2001 by a Venetian designer named Federico de Majo. He grew up working on the hot glass-blowing factory floors in Murano. The company actually started by making wine glasses for restaurants, but they created these cordless lamps because restaurant owners needed something that did not blow away or burn the outdoor tables.
This Zafferano push-up table lamp is also available on Amazon.
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