{"product_id":"fontanaarte-bis-tris-table-lamp-stacked-glass-discs","title":"FontanaArte Bis and Tris Table Lamp, Stacked Glass Discs, Brass or Chrome, 16.9 in","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe FontanaArte Bis and Tris table lamp is a 1954 design of two shallow glass discs floating one above the other on a slender metal stem. The upper disc shades, the lower disc catches and spreads the light, so the lamp throws a broad, direct pool of light onto a desk, a console or a side table while the discs glow softly at their edges. At 16.9 in tall and 15 in across, it is a compact, elegant work and reading lamp, offered in brass with black glass or chrome with white glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bis and Tris table lamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e FontanaArte, Milan, Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem numbers (MPN):\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass\/Black F228005150TNN1; Chrome\/White F228005150CBN1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plug-in desk and table lamp, direct light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e desks, consoles, side tables, studies, living rooms, hotel rooms, offices and restaurants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16.9 in (43 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 in (38 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight source:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 x E12 bulbs, 30W maximum each (bulbs not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct light, on\/off switch on the cord (not dimmable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 110 V plug-in; black power cable with switch and plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRating:\u003c\/strong\u003e IP20, dry indoor locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chrome-plated brass frame; sandblasted glass discs, upper disc internally painted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinishes available:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass\/Black, Chrome\/White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e UL pending\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e FontanaArte Historical Archive (1954)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic, Retro, Transitional, Contemporary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/1264\/8406\/files\/ul-pending-certification-mark.png\" alt=\"UL pending certification mark: UL listing for the US market is in progress\" width=\"72\" height=\"72\"\u003e UL certification for the U.S. market is in progress for this lamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLight quality and how it performs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBis and Tris is a direct-light lamp. Four small E12 bulbs sit between the two glass discs; the upper disc, painted on the inside, blocks upward glare and reflects the light down, while the sandblasted lower disc softens it before it reaches the table. The result is a wide, even circle of light, ideal for writing, reading or lighting a display of objects on a console, with a gentle glow at the edges of the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith four sockets up to 30W each, the lamp can be bright enough for real desk work. Choose warm 2700K LED candelabra bulbs for a living room, or 3000K for a study. It has a simple on\/off switch on the cord and is not dimmable, so set the mood with your choice of bulb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize and placement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 16.9 in (43 cm) tall with 15 in (38 cm) discs, Bis and Tris fits a standard desk, a side table of 16 in or more, or a console. On a desk, place it to the side opposite your writing hand so the light falls across the work without shadow. On a side table beside a sofa, the discs sit just below eye level, which keeps the light useful for reading without glare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts low, horizontal silhouette also suits window ledges and deep sills, as the maker's photography shows, where it frames the view at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStudies and home offices.\u003c\/strong\u003e A classic desk lamp with real task light and a timeless form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiving rooms.\u003c\/strong\u003e On a side table or console it gives a focused pool of light for reading and sets off books, ceramics and art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHotels, offices and restaurants.\u003c\/strong\u003e Guest-room desks, executive offices, reception counters and restaurant host stands benefit from its direct light and mid-century elegance. It plugs in, so no wiring is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStyle and pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBis and Tris was designed in 1954 and comes from the FontanaArte Historical Archive, the company's collection of mid-century designs. Brass with black glass is warm and dramatic, at home in Classic and Retro rooms with walnut, leather and dark walls. Chrome with white glass is lighter and crisper, suited to Transitional and Contemporary rooms with pale wood and linen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose Bis and Tris\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA 1954 design from the FontanaArte Historical Archive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect, glare-free task light from two stacked glass discs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour bulbs for genuinely useful desk light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo finishes: brass with black glass or chrome with white glass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact 16.9 in height fits desks and side tables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnplug and let the bulbs cool before cleaning. Wipe the glass discs with a soft, lint-free cloth; dust the metal frame with a dry cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners on the brass or chrome. Dry indoor locations only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Bis and Tris a good desk lamp?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It gives direct light from four bulbs between two glass discs, which suits reading and writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e 16.9 in (43 cm) tall with 15 in (38 cm) discs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat bulbs does it take?\u003c\/strong\u003e Four E12 bulbs, up to 30W each. Bulbs are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it dimmable?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. It has an on\/off switch on the cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich finish should I choose?\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass\/Black for warm, dramatic rooms; Chrome\/White for lighter, contemporary rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the light glare?\u003c\/strong\u003e The upper disc is painted on the inside, so it blocks upward glare and sends the light down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho designed it?\u003c\/strong\u003e It comes from the FontanaArte Historical Archive and dates from 1954.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for hotel rooms or offices?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It is a plug-in desk lamp that works well on guest-room desks and in offices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Bis and Tris UL certified?\u003c\/strong\u003e UL certification for the U.S. market is pending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be used outdoors?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. It is rated IP20 for dry interiors only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrade \u0026amp; project orders\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterior 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@graph\": [{\"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is Bis and Tris a good desk lamp?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes. 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