Serax

Leo 01 Table lamp ceramic white / Medium - H 40 cm

Serax Leo 01 Table Lamp: Lighting Reduced to the Essentials

With Leo 01, Claire Horsten has designed a table lamp for Serax in which just a few basic shapes are enough to create a strong presence. A wide, dome-shaped lampshade rests on a vertical cylindrical base, creating a silhouette that is both geometric and soft. Made entirely of mat white stoneware, Leo focuses less on ornamentation and more on proportions, the material itself, and the way light reveals its volumes. The collection comes in three heights— 31 cm for Small, 40 cm for Medium, and 56.5 cm for Large—allowing the same formal language to be maintained across different scales.

Claire Horsten: Ceramics as a Sensitive Language

Belgian designer and ceramicist Claire Horsten holds a master’s degree in interior architecture. Her practice lies at the intersection of object design, sculpture, and interior design. Ceramics play a central role in her work. She favors clean lines and pays particular attention to the material, its irregularities, and the craftsmanship involved. Her creations thus seek a balance between simplicity, presence, and tactile richness.

A soft, almost monolithic geometry

Leo’s strength lies in the clarity of its construction. The generous dome of the lampshade appears to rest simply atop a cylindrical shaft, creating a highly legible composition. The curves of the dome soften the verticality of the base and give the lamp an almost monolithic appearance.

The mat white finish reinforces this impression. Devoid of any pronounced sheen, it allows shadows to naturally highlight the contours. The slightly mineral-like appearance of the sandstone also lends a subtle depth to a deliberately unadorned form. The eye is thus drawn to the volume rather than the color.

Which size of the Leo lamp should you choose?

The choice depends mainly on the piece of furniture and the desired effect. The 31-cm Leo Small is suitable for smaller spaces and small accent pieces. The 40-cm Medium offers an intermediate size that’s easy to place on a console table, a chest of drawers, or an end table. At 56.5 cm tall, the Large version has a more imposing presence and becomes a true decorative statement piece on a dresser or a large low cabinet.

For the Large version, the diameter reaches 36.5 cm, which requires a sufficiently spacious stand to allow the shade to “breathe.” It is therefore less suitable for a small bedside table or a compact desk.

What type of bulb should you use with the Leo 01 lamp?

The Leo 01 uses an LED bulb E27, not included. It features a pull-cord switch, which is convenient for everyday use. The maximum wattage and cable length are not specified in the available data, so it’s best not to make assumptions about them.

Where should you place a mat white stoneware lamp?

Thanks to its monochromatic finish, Leo blends easily into contemporary, minimalist, or cozier settings. The mat white pairs particularly well with wood, stone, travertine, linen, or wool. When placed on a dark piece of furniture or against a colored wall, however, the lamp takes on a more graphic quality and strongly highlights its silhouette.

Available in three sizes, Leo 01 allows you to vary the scale without losing the purity of its design. A sandstone lamp where the simplicity of the forms, the softness of the Mat white, and the presence of the material are enough to create a unique lighting fixture.

In detail:

• Variation : H 40 cm

• Brand : Serax

• Designer : Claire Horsten

• Type : Table lamp

• Colour : Mat white

• Material : Sandstone

• Dimensions : Ø 27.5 x H 40 cm
• Weight : 8.8 lb
• Characteristics : Corded switch - Bulb (not included): 1 x LED bulb E27