FontanaArte Uovo Table Lamp

The Uovo Table Lamp by FontanaArte has been around since 1972, designed by Ben Swildens, and it still feels surprisingly current. It’s based on something very simple, an egg shape, which gives it a quiet, almost familiar presence rather than anything overly designed or decorative.

The shade is made from white satin blown glass, so when it’s on, the light doesn’t feel sharp or directed. It spreads gently through the glass and feels soft in the room, more like ambient light than a focused lamp. The base is plain painted metal, kept out of the way visually so the glass form does most of the talking. The switch and cable are straightforward and practical, with dimming built in so you can easily tone it down when needed.

It comes in different sizes, and that really changes how you use it. The smaller one tends to sit quietly on a bedside table or shelf, while the larger version feels more like an object you place in a room rather than just a lamp. It’s not trying to stand out, but it has a calm presence that tends to settle in naturally once it’s in place.

About your delivery

We aim to get your items to you as soon as possible.
For regular sized packages we use an overnight courier company, usually either DPD or APC.
For oversized, heavy or awkward packages a more bespoke delivery service will be provided.
Once your order has been despatched, you will receive a tracking link by email so you can follow your delivery to your door.
Free Delivery offer only applies to UK mainland purchases. We reserve the right to make additional charges for overseas deliveries and for remote parts of the UK, including Isle of Wight, Isle of Man, Northern Ireland, Shetland, and the Highlands.

What happens when I order?

If your order is in stock, you should have your item(s) within 3-5 days of placing your order, but please note there can be a small increase in delivery time during busy periods.
Free Click & Collect is available from all of our showroom locations and from our warehouse in Ludlow. This can be selected as an option within our checkout. PLEASE NOTE: Stock is not held in our stores and your order will need to be transferred from our warehouse to the relevant store - this can take 4-8 days. For in stock items, the fastest way to receive your order is to have it delivered directly to you.

Returns

All goods can be returned within 30 days of delivery if they do not meet your requirements.
Returned goods must be returned with all parts, packaging, and instructions in perfect condition for a refund to be issued.
The customer is responsible for selecting a suitable means of returning the goods to us. For any questions, please contact: customerservice@hollowaysofludlow.com
Once we receive your order a refund can take up to 14 days to be visable in your account.

For more information, please view our full Delivery & Returns page.