What Is a Piano Lamp?

Piano lamps are distinguished from other desk lamps by several features. The lampshade is typically hooded and downward facing to provide a focused light source devoid of glare. Overall they are slim and vertical in design, though their thin shades are often long and rectangular. The arm or stem is usually flexible for easy shade height adjustment.

Befitting their traditional purpose, piano lamps are very elegant in appearance. They typically feature a bronze, brass, silver, or gold finish, though black and brown finishes are also common. The weighted base can be made from wood, metal, or marble. A different visual effect can be achieved by using a piano desk lamp with a shorter or longer lamp stem.

Alternative Uses for Piano Lamps
If you enjoy the look of piano lamps but don't have a piano in your home, don't worry. Piano lamps are commonly put to a variety of uses:

• As desk lamps, the longer shades and focused light of piano lamps makes greater use of desk space and reduces eye strain.
• The flexible arms of piano lamps make them excellent reading lights. Place one on an end table in your bedroom or study.
• If you require additional lighting for a vanity or dresser, piano lamps are a stylish option.
• For people who enjoy gaming, piano lamps perfectly complement poker tables, chessboards, and other board game tables.