Situ Plug-in Classic Traditional LED Picture Light with Remote

The traditional library picture light, with a modern LED and a remote. The Situ Plug-in Classic pairs a short bar of solid mahogany, clear acrylic or frosted acrylic with brass or antique bronze end caps or finials, then dims from a remote and switches off on a timer. It is built in Sarasota, Florida.

We choose it for traditional and Transitional rooms: libraries, dens, dining rooms and studies with oil paintings, portraits and gilded frames up to 40 in wide.

Where It Works Best

• Libraries and dens: portraits and oils among wood paneling
• Dining rooms: a traditional landscape over the sideboard
• Studies: a framed piece above the desk
• Clubs and boutique hotels: classic artwork in lounges and corridors

How It Works

• Mount it on the wall or the back of the frame; slide for up to 5 in of height adjustment.
• Plug the power supply into a nearby outlet.
• Dim from the remote and set auto-off after 3, 6 or 9 hours.
• Pivot the bar 60° to aim the light down the canvas.

Pick a Style

• Solid mahogany: warm wood with brass end caps, the most traditional look
• Clear acrylic: a light, glass-like bar with brass or antique bronze end caps or finials
• Frosted acrylic: a softer glow with brass or antique bronze end caps
• Artwork: up to 40 × 36 in (102 × 91 cm)

Specifications

• Brand: Situ Art Lighting (Sarasota, Florida, USA)
• Fixture: Plug-in traditional LED art light with remote
• Bar: Solid mahogany, clear acrylic or frosted acrylic, 9–12 in (23–30 cm) with caps
• Metal: Brushed brass or antique bronze
• Arm projection: 10½ in (26.7 cm) from the wall
• Aiming: 60° tilt
• Vertical adjustment: 5 in (12.7 cm)
• Light output: 250 lm
• Color rendering: 95+ CRI
• Color temperature: 3000K
• Control: Remote dimming, auto-off after 3, 6 or 9 hr
• Power: Plug-in, 12V, 5W; UL / cUL / ETL / cETL listed power supply
• Mounting: Wall or artwork
• Recommended artwork: Up to 40 × 36 in (102 × 91 cm)
• LED life: 70,000+ hours
• Art protection: No UV or infrared in the beam; the canvas stays cool
• Location: Dry interiors only
• Origin: Built by Situ in Sarasota, FL, USA
• Warranty: 3 years, limited, from Situ

Who It Is Not For

• Modern and minimalist interiors: the slim Plug-in Vision bar nearly disappears above the frame.
• Artwork wider than 40 in: a longer Vision bar lights it more evenly.

Why We Carry Situ

Situ Art Lighting builds every light in-house in Sarasota, Florida, and rates each model by the artwork size it covers rather than raw lumens, which makes choosing the right light simple. Metropolitan Decor is an authorized Situ retailer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which style suits a traditional room?

For paneled libraries and gilded frames, mahogany with brass caps is the natural pick. For a lighter Transitional room, clear or frosted acrylic keeps the look traditional but airier.

How big a painting can it light?

Frames up to 40 in across and 36 in high (102 × 91 cm).

Does it need an electrician?

No. It plugs into a standard outlet and mounts to the wall or the back of the frame.

What is the difference between end caps and finials?

An end cap closes each end of the bar with a simple round cap. A finial adds a small turned ornament, the detail seen on antique library lights.

Is the light warm enough for oil paintings?

Yes. It is 3000K with 95+ CRI, warm enough to flatter oils and gilding while keeping colors accurate.

Can I return it?

Every order is final sale. Check the style against your wall and artwork first; send us the measurements or a photo and we will confirm the choice with you.

Shipping

• In-stock items ship within 2–3 business days from the United States.
• All orders are final sale.