The glass is frosted — mold-blown with a subtle hand-textured surface that gently catches the light. The bulb is visible through the glass when the lamp is lit, which is part of the Darby's design intent. Because of this, your bulb choice has a strong visual effect.

A G9 bi-pin LED bulb in warm white (2700K), at 3–4W. Because the glass is transparent, the bulb's appearance matters: choose a small, slim G9 LED with a clean, narrow profile — vintage-style filament G9 bulbs look particularly elegant. Avoid oversized capsule bulbs that may show too prominently or sit too low in the cylinder.

It's a warm, slightly weathered bronze tone with a fine vibration-brushed surface texture — not a high-gloss finish. The brushwork softens the bronze and gives it a hand-finished, tactile quality. Black and Nickel are flatter, more uniform finishes by comparison.

The Darby is slim and tall — 12.5 cm wide and 51 cm tall (∅ 4.9″ × H 20.1″). It works beautifully as a vertical accent above a bedside table, beside a mirror, or framing an entryway. For wider spaces or as the only light source over a bed, consider pairing two side by side.

Yes — paired with a dimmable G9 LED bulb and a TRIAC-compatible wall dimmer (e.g. Lutron Skylark, Leviton Decora), the Darby dims smoothly. Note: not all G9 LEDs are dimmable, so check the bulb specifications before purchasing.

The Vibration Brushed Bronze finish is sealed and stable — it will not patina or tarnish significantly under normal indoor conditions. Black and Nickel finishes are also stable. If you prefer a finish that ages naturally over time, look at our other unsealed brass collections.

Switch off the wall power and let the bulb cool. Wipe the clear glass cylinder with a soft cloth and mild glass cleaner — because the surface is textured, fingerprints and dust show easily, but they wipe off cleanly. Dust the brass body with a soft dry cloth.