Overview

VENICE is a wall light designed by Adolfo Abejón for the brand FARO. It is intended for those looking for a lamp with its own character, without taking up too much space or feeling overly ornate. Its compact size makes it suitable for the bedroom, living room, hallway or bathroom, where a focused light is needed that also adds something visually to the space.

The cobalt blue ceramic shade is handmade in a workshop in Barcelona. That detail sets it apart from other mass-produced lamps: each piece has its own presence, with small natural variations from the craft process. The bracket is made of aluminium with a gloss black finish, and the whole unit mounts directly to the wall thanks to a slot system that simplifies installation.

FARO is a Spanish company with decades of experience in interior lighting. Its catalogue combines careful design with quality materials, considering both aesthetic appearance and everyday functionality.

Installation and specifications

Before installing the wall light, check that the area of the wall where it will be fixed has a prepared electrical outlet. Installation must be carried out by an electrician or a person with basic knowledge of electricity. The built-in slot system makes placement and adjustment easy without the need for special tools beyond the usual ones. Remember to purchase separately an LED bulb with an E27 base and a maximum wattage of 15 W.

The ceramic shade can be cleaned with a soft, slightly damp cloth. Avoid abrasive products or solvents that may damage the finish. The gloss black aluminium body can be cleaned in the same way. Do not handle the lamp while connected to the power supply, and do not touch the bulb immediately after switching it off, as it may be hot.

• Brand: FARO
• Category: Interior
• Subcategory: Surface-mounted luminaire
• Mounting: Wall
• Main material: Gloss blue ceramic
• Body material: Aluminium
• Body finish: Gloss black
• Maximum wattage: 15 W
• Light source: E27 LED
• Bulb included: No
• Voltage: 100 V - 240 V
• Height: 174 mm
• Length: 200 mm
• Total diameter: 164 mm
• Net weight: 1.67 kg

Design and use

The VENICE wall light occupies a specific place in the space without trying to be the centre of everything. It is a lamp that works well both on its own and as part of a larger wall composition, for example, on either side of a mirror in the bathroom or flanking the headboard in a bedroom.

The cobalt blue ceramic shade is the most striking element of the ensemble. That intense, brilliant tone works well alongside white or neutral-coloured walls, but can also be integrated into more colourful settings if chosen with care. Ceramic has a texture and presence that plastic or glass cannot offer. Being handmade in Barcelona, the result is a piece with a degree of uniqueness: it is not the same lamp reproduced identically thousands of times.

The metal bracket, in aluminium with a gloss black finish, acts as a counterpoint to the blue of the shade. The combination is elegant without being ostentatious. The gloss black adds a more contemporary touch, and works well in modern-style interiors or in spaces where different materials are mixed.

In the living room, this wall light can be used to create ambient lighting that complements the general illumination. Placed at the right height, it projects light in a directed manner without causing glare. In the dining room, two units at the same height on either side of a wall can create a balanced composition that reinforces the atmosphere of the space without the need for additional decorative elements.

In the bedroom, the wall light is a clear improvement over the bedside table lamp: it frees up surface space, visually tidies the room and provides more localised light for reading or creating ambience before sleep. In the bathroom, where lighting tends to be functional and little considered, this wall light adds warmth. Installed next to the mirror, it improves facial lighting and adds a design touch that transforms the overall perception of the space.

In hallways, where space is limited and ceiling lights dominate by default, a wall light like VENICE offers another option. Fixed to the wall at mid-height, it creates a warmer, more distributed light that eases movement without the harshness of a downlight.

The fact that it is also available in black, pink, white and striped makes it possible to adapt the same lamp to very different settings. The cobalt blue version is the most striking, but the other finishes allow for more discreet integration or specific combinations depending on the colour of the space. If several rooms are visible within the same sightline, choosing the same model in different colours can serve as a connecting thread without feeling repetitive.

The light it produces will depend on the bulb chosen, within the 15 W limit. With a warm-temperature E27 LED bulb, you get that soft, diffused ambient light that encourages rest or conversation. In a work room or more functional areas, a cooler light temperature may better suit the requirements.

Questions and answers

Does the ceramic shade come attached to the bracket, or does it need to be assembled when installing the wall light?

The shade is installed using a slot built into the design of the wall light itself. The system is designed to make assembly straightforward and not require any additional steps or specific tools for that part of the process.

Does the VENICE wall light accept any E27 LED bulb, or are there wattage restrictions?

The maximum accepted wattage is 15 W. Within that limit, any LED bulb with an E27 base can be used. The bulb is not included with the product and must be purchased separately.

Can the gloss black aluminium body be installed in a bathroom without any issues?

The wall light is classified as an interior luminaire. For bathroom installations, it is advisable to verify that the exact location complies with the applicable safety regulations based on the moisture zones defined for that type of space.

After-sales support

If upon receiving the product you notice any manufacturing defect or damage during transport, you have 30 days to report it. Each case is handled individually to find the most appropriate solution. For any enquiry related to defects or product replacement, write to us and we will advise you on how to proceed.

Estimated delivery	Thu 12 Nov – Wed 18 Nov (United Kingdom)
Delivery cost	£4.95
Dispatched from	Spain

How delivery works

Martsella works with brands and their partner warehouses across Europe. Your order is sent straight from the warehouse that holds the item, so an order with several items may arrive in separate parcels. Each parcel gets its own tracking link.

14-day returns

Changed your mind? You can cancel within 14 days of delivery without giving a reason. How to send items back and what a return costs is on our Returns & Refunds page. If an item is faulty, damaged or not what you ordered, we cover the cost of returning it.

How to cancel

Email info@martsella.com with your order number before the cancellation period ends, or use the model cancellation form on our Returns & Refunds page. You do not have to use the form.