FontanaArte Bilia Mini Portable Lamp, Cordless Rechargeable LED, USB-C, 10.2 in

The FontanaArte Bilia Mini Portable is a cordless, rechargeable LED table lamp that goes wherever the evening does: from the dining table to a bedside, out to the terrace and back again. It keeps the famous sphere-on-a-cone silhouette at a compact 10.2 in, charges by USB-C, and dims in three steps with a touch of the button on its base. With no cable to route, it is a natural fit for restaurant tables, hotel terraces and any spot in the home that has no outlet nearby.

Quick facts

• Product: Bilia Mini Portable cordless table lamp
• Brand: FontanaArte, Milan, Italy
• Item number (MPN): F247400550NEBW (Glossy Nickel Black); each finish has its own number
• Type: Portable, rechargeable LED table lamp
• Best for: dining tables, bedsides, terraces, restaurant and café tables, hotel lounges, bars, events
• Height: 10.2 in (26 cm)
• Diameter: 4.7 in (12 cm)
• Light source: integrated LED, 1.8W, 100 lm, 2700K, CRI above 90
• Light/dimming: diffused; button on the base steps through three levels (35%, 70%, 100%) and off
• Power: built-in rechargeable battery; charges through a USB-C port on the base, USB cable included
• Charging indicator: red when the battery is low, flashing blue while charging, steady blue when fully charged
• Rating: IP40 per the maker's instruction sheet
• Materials: white blown glass sphere; metal cone
• Finishes available: Glossy Nickel Black, Brushed Nickel, Brushed Copper, Brass, Matt Black, Matt White
• Certification: ETL pending
• Designer: Gio Ponti (original Bilia 1932; Portable version 2026)
• Styles: Modern, Contemporary, Minimalist

ETL certification for the U.S. market is in progress for this lamp.

Light quality and how it performs

The integrated LED sits inside a satin-finished white glass sphere, so the glow is even and soft, like a small moon on the table. At 2700K it is a warm white, and a colour rendering index above 90 keeps food, skin tones and fabrics looking natural, which matters on a dining or restaurant table. Output is 100 lumens at full power: enough for candle-like atmosphere and a pool of light around a place setting, not a reading lamp. Press the button on the base to cycle through 35%, 70% and 100%, then off. The LED on the base tells you the battery state at a glance: red means time to recharge, flashing blue means charging, steady blue means full. If you use it every evening, make recharging part of the routine.

Size and placement

At 10.2 in (26 cm) tall and 4.7 in (12 cm) across, Bilia Mini Portable takes no more space than a wine bottle. On a dining table, one lamp per two to four covers gives a warm, even rhythm; on a long table, space them about 3 to 4 ft apart along the centre line. The low height keeps the glow below eye level so guests can see each other across the table. It also fits a nightstand, a bookshelf, a bathroom vanity shelf away from splashes, or the arm of an outdoor bench on a covered terrace.

Where it works

Dining and living rooms. Put it on the table for dinner, then carry it to the sofa side table or bedside afterwards. No cords across the table, no outlet hunting.

Terraces, balconies and covered porches. Bring it outside for an evening drink and back in when you are done.

Bedrooms and guest rooms. A small, dimmable bedside light where the outlet is in the wrong place.

Restaurants, bars and hotels. Cordless lamps are the standard answer for table lighting in restaurants, hotel terraces, rooftop bars and lounges: staff charge them during the day and set them out at service. Bilia Mini Portable brings a recognisable design-history shape to that role, and the six finishes let you match a brand's metals. It is equally useful for events, pop-ups and retail displays where there is no power at the table.

Style and pairing

The sphere and cone are pure geometry, so the lamp sits easily in Modern, Contemporary and Minimalist interiors. Matt White and Matt Black are the quiet choices for pale or dark tables; Brass and Brushed Copper warm up natural wood and linen; Brushed Nickel and Glossy Nickel Black suit stone, steel and darker hospitality schemes. Grouped in mixed finishes it reads as a set; in one finish along a banquette or bar it creates a calm, repeated rhythm.

Why choose Bilia Mini Portable

• Fully cordless: the lamp goes where the table is, not where the outlet is.
• USB-C charging, with a cable in the box.
• Three light levels and a clear charge indicator on the base.
• Warm 2700K LED with high colour rendering, kind to food and faces.
• Gio Ponti's 1932 silhouette in six finishes.

Care

Clean with a soft, dry cloth only; the maker advises against alcohol and solvents. Do not cover the lamp while it is on or charging. Recharge it when the base indicator turns red, and unplug it once the indicator shows steady blue. The LED is integrated and not user-replaceable. If the glass sphere is ever damaged, stop using the lamp until it is replaced.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use Bilia Mini Portable on a dining table? Yes. It is cordless and 10.2 in tall, so it lights the table without blocking views across it.

How do I charge it? Plug the included USB cable into the USB-C port on the base. The indicator flashes blue while charging and turns steady blue when full.

Is it dimmable? Yes. The button on the base steps through 35%, 70% and 100%, then off.

How bright is it? 100 lumens of warm 2700K light at full power: an atmospheric table light rather than a reading lamp.

Can I take it outside? It is made to be carried around and can come out to a covered terrace or balcony for the evening. It is rated IP40, which is not splash-proof, so bring it in afterwards and keep it out of rain.

Can I replace the bulb? No. The LED is integrated; the maker says LED models need qualified service.

Is it good for restaurants? Yes. Cordless, rechargeable and dimmable, it suits restaurant, bar and hotel tables, and our trade team can quote quantities.

Which finish should I choose? Match the metals already on the table or bar: Brass or Brushed Copper with warm wood, Brushed Nickel or Glossy Nickel Black with stone and steel, Matt White or Matt Black for a neutral look.

Is it certified for the U.S.? ETL certification is pending.

Trade & project orders

Interior designers, architects and hospitality buyers can join the MetropolitanDecor trade program for trade pricing. We also prepare quotes for multi-unit and project orders; contact us with your quantities.

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