Visual Comfort Bau 18" LED Picture Light by Sean Lavin | Black, Brass or Nickel

Sean Lavin's Bau 18 Picture Light is built on the same hardware-free principle as the Agra but scaled up for larger works — an 18-inch wall-mounted arm in steel or Natural Brass whose 90-degree pivoting head delivers 711 lumens of 3000K light at 90 CRI precisely where the artwork needs it. At this output and color accuracy, the Bau renders oil paintings, photography, and mixed-media work with the fidelity of a professional gallery installation, without the institutional hardware that usually implies.

The driver is housed in the junction box, keeping the bar's profile to a slim 3-inch height across its 18-inch span. The acrylic shade diffuses the LED source cleanly, eliminating hot spots along the beam path. Available in Nightshade Black, Natural Brass, and Polished Nickel — three finishes that cover the full range of contemporary, warm-traditional, and cool-modern interior palettes. Natural Brass is a living finish; Black and Nickel are stable and low-maintenance.

ETL dry-rated for interior installation, dimmable at 120–277V via ELV, TRIAC, and 0–10V protocols, and warranted for five years, the Bau 18 is specified equally in residential living rooms and dining rooms, hospitality corridors, and commercial gallery environments where a professional-grade picture light is required without the bulk of a museum-spec fixture. Free shipping at MetropolitanDecor.com.

Designer/Brand: Sean Lavin / Visual Comfort & Co.

Specifications

• Wattage: 18.8W
• Lumens: 711 delivered lm
• CCT: 3000K
• CRI: 90
• Dimensions: 18"L × 8"W × 3"H | Extension: 8" minimum
• Weight: 3.5 lbs
• Pivot Range: 90°
• Voltage: 120–277V
• Dimming: ELV, TRIAC, 0–10V compatible
• Location Rating: ETL Dry Rated
• LED Lifespan: 50,000+ hours (L70)
• Warranty: 5 Years
• SKU(s): MD-VCC-SLPC11830B (Nightshade Black), MD-VCC-SLPC11830NB (Natural Brass), MD-VCC-SLPC11830N (Polished Nickel)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How large a painting does the Bau 18 illuminate effectively?
A: The 18-inch arm and 711-lumen output covers paintings up to approximately 36 inches wide evenly. For larger works — 48 inches or wider — consider two Bau 18s mounted on either side, or the Plural Dome 24 picture light which is specifically designed for wider coverage.

Q: Why choose the Bau 18 over the Agra 12?
A: The Bau 18 uses 3000K light versus the Agra's 2700K, producing slightly cooler, crisper illumination better suited to photography, prints, and works where accurate color temperature matters more than warmth. The Bau also delivers 711 vs 446 lumens, making it better for larger works or dimmer rooms where the Agra's output would leave the painting underlit.

Q: Does the pivot head lock in position once adjusted?
A: Yes — the 90-degree pivot head is designed to be set once during installation and hold its angle securely. It is not intended to be adjusted frequently, but it can be repositioned if artwork placement changes.

Please note: Because this item is made to order or specially sourced, it is final sale.