Painter’s Garland — Bloomsbury-Inspired Lampshade | 30cm width

This one-of-a-kind lampshade is hand painted with a rhythmic border of stylised leaves, small flowers and decorative arches. The design draws inspiration from the playful painted interiors of Charleston Farmhouse (home of artists Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant, artists who formed part of the Bloomsbury Group) where everyday surfaces were transformed with colour and pattern.

Each motif has been painted freehand, giving the shade a lively, slightly irregular character that feels unmistakably handmade. The palette combines warm terracotta, soft green, ochre and rose on an off-white ground — colours chosen to sit comfortably within both traditional and contemporary interiors.

When lit, the shade casts a soft, warm glow that emphasises the painted pattern and creates a gentle atmosphere in the room. Designed as a decorative object as much as a functional one, it brings a quietly artistic presence to a bedside table, sideboard or reading corner.

As with all Melanie Lewis lampshades, this piece is entirely unique.

Details

• Original hand-painted design

• Painted in artist’s acrylic on fabric

• One-of-a-kind piece

• Suitable for table lamp bases

• Handmade in Shropshire, England

DETAILS

Dimensions:

Width across bottom of shade, 30cm

Width across top of the shade, 10cm

Vertical height to top of lampshade, 16cm

Candle lightbulb:
Eco Halogen max 28W
or
LED 9W

Material: Hand-painted on a quality cotton lampshade base.

Finish: Original artwork – this is a one off piece, painted by me.

Perfect for lovers of decorative interiors, nature-inspired design and artisan craftsmanship, this lampshade makes a unique addition to your hallway, living room, study or bedroom.

SHIPPING

I post all my lampshades in EXTREMELY sturdy boxes that I spent a long time sourcing.  I have not yet had a single shade damaged in transit as a result.  Your shade will come beautifully wrapped in tissue and securely packaged.  I send all my  shades using Royal Mail Tracked 24.

TAKING CARE OF YOUR LAMPSHADE

Care of your lampshade - I have been painting lampshades for nearly 10 years now, using professional artist's paint which is designed to be lightfast and not fade.  You do not need to treat your lampshade any differently to a normal fabric lampshade - a light dust from time to time is all it will need.  The paint sinks into the fabric fibres, as it would on a canvas, so once dry, it effectively becomes part of the shade and will not chip or flake.