Abyss No. 31 Table Lamp in Stoneware and Glass
by Ceren Gürkan · İstanbul, Turkey

25x22x42cm (10x9x17")Blown GlassStoneware

Part of Ceren Gürkan’s Abyss series, this one-of-a-kind lamp adds hand-blown glass to her usual stoneware, extending a body of work inspired by canyons and cliffs carved by erosion. Its organic, intentionally unreadable form was shaped in a meditative state alongside music.

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FAQ
What bulb does this lamp use and is it included?

It takes a G9 bulb. The listing does not state whether a bulb is included — use Chat with the maker on this page to confirm.

Will the plug work in my country?

The lamp comes with a Type C/E (EU) plug and runs on 220-240V. Adaptation to other plug types is available upon request.

Is this a one-of-a-kind piece?

Yes, it is a unique piece from Ceren Gürkan's Abyss series, not a reproducible edition.

Can I customize the size, color, or form?

No, customization is not available for this piece.

How long does it take to ship?

It is in stock and usually ships within 1-2 weeks.

How should I care for the stoneware and glass?

The maker can confirm specific care instructions — use Chat with the maker on this page.

Can I return this lamp if I change my mind?

Yes, it falls under the standard 14-day return policy since it is not made to order.

Is the lamp dimmable?

The listing does not specify dimmability — use Chat with the maker on this page to confirm.

What is a bedside lamp?

A bedside lamp is a small table lamp placed on a nightstand or shelf next to the bed, made for low, warm light rather than full room illumination. It usually covers three jobs: reading before sleep, finding your way at night, and adding character to the surface it stands on.

What is the difference between a bedside lamp and a table lamp?

Bedside lamps are a type of table lamp, defined by scale and quality of light rather than by category. A bedside lamp is typically 40–60 cm tall, warm, dimmable, easy to switch off by feel, and modest in output. A general table lamp can be far larger and brighter because nothing about it has to be usable half-asleep. Many sculptural pieces work in both roles; a tall, wide-shaded lamp designed for a console rarely works the other way around.

How tall should a bedside lamp be?

Between 40 and 60 cm for a standard bed and nightstand. Rather than measuring the lamp alone, sit on the edge of the bed: the bottom of the shade should sit between your chin and your eyes so the bulb stays hidden. Low beds and low nightstands need smaller lamps — 25–35 cm is often right.

What size lamp should I choose for my nightstand?

Keep the lamp narrower than the nightstand and leave usable surface beside it. As a rule of thumb, the widest point of the lamp should be no more than about two-thirds the depth of the nightstand, with a base around 10–16 cm across. If the lamp overhangs the edge or you have to move it to put a book down, it is too big.

How bright should a bedside lamp be?

Less than most people expect. Around 100–300 lumens is right for ambient bedside light, and 250–450 lumens for reading in bed with the light aimed at the page. Dimmability matters more than maximum output, because the same lamp has to serve reading and the minute before sleep.

What is the best light color for a bedroom?

Warm, between 2200 K and 2700 K. Amber-toned light in the evening is easier on the eyes and less stimulating than neutral or cool white. Where a very low night light is needed — for a child, or for moving around at night — the softest, warmest setting available is preferable to a brighter cool one.

Do you need two matching bedside lamps?

Not necessarily. A matching pair gives a calm, symmetrical bedroom and is the safe choice with a formal headboard. Two pieces sharing a material or a maker but differing in form often looks better in a collected interior. Since much of ADORNO's catalogue is made to order, a second piece from the same studio can frequently be arranged — contact the curation team to check.

Do you have cordless or rechargeable bedside lamps?

Yes. Several designers make wireless and rechargeable lighting, which is useful when the socket is in the wrong place, when you want to carry the light to another room, or on a nightstand where a trailing cable spoils the piece. Availability changes as pieces are one-off or limited, so browse the current Battery-Operated Lights selection or ask us for a specific request.

What materials make the best bedside lamps?

Ceramic, stoneware, alabaster, marble, hand-blown glass, brass, steel and solid wood. All age well, all feel substantial at close range, and each handles light differently — stone and alabaster glow from within, opaque ceramic and metal shades throw a defined pool of light downward for reading.

Can a bedside lamp be used elsewhere in the house?

Yes, and most are better for it. The same scale suits a console table, a desk, a bathroom shelf, a windowsill or a hallway. A dimmable bedside lamp on a dining sideboard is one of the simplest ways to soften a room in the evening.

Are designer bedside lamps worth it?

A bedside lamp is switched on and off every day and sits within arm's reach, so material quality and light quality are noticed constantly. A well-made piece in ceramic, stone or glass also functions as a sculptural object during daylight hours, which mass-produced nightstand lamps rarely do. Buying from independent studios means the piece is made in small numbers by the person who designed it.

Description

Abyss No. 31 extends Ceren Gürkan’s Abyss series — her tribute to canyons carved by long-term erosion, and to the feeling of standing at a canyon’s rim, on the edge of a rock, or in the wet dark of a cave — into a new material combination, adding hand-blown glass alongside her usual stoneware.

As with the rest of the series, the form is intentionally organic and not easy to read at a glance, developed in a meditative state with music playing and a quiet mind. This piece is handmade from stoneware and hand-blown glass and, like every Abyss piece, produced as a one-of-a-kind object.

This lamp takes a G9 bulb.

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About Ceren Gürkan Visit Showroom →

Ceren views design as an exploration of material memory and the emotional resonance of form. Based in Istanbul, the ceramic artist and designer works with glass, clay, and wood, treating them as living narratives shaped by craftsmanship and time.Through her brand Maiizen, she reinterprets traditional glass-blowing to create sculptural lighting installations. In her independent practice, she works with stoneware and porcelain to investigate the raw boundaries of form and the tactile honesty of the medium. Her work is an invitation to observe the subtle rhythms of nature and the quiet interaction between light, surface, and human touch.
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