Curious Lighting Pieces: Vintage Charm Meets Creative Design
Curiosity has always been the spark behind design innovation. In lighting, it often manifests through unusual forms, rare materials, and a nostalgic touch that tells a story.
In today’s article, we explore unique and curious lighting pieces — designs that blend craftsmanship, eccentricity, and a dash of history.
If you’re drawn to vintage lighting or collect unconventional design objects, these selections will inspire you to see light as both function and art.
1. Bake Me A Cake Table Lamp – Northern Lighting
A lamp with a story as delightful as its name!
Bake Me A Cake by Northern Lighting combines Scandinavian simplicity with a surprising origin. The base is made of natural oak, while the smoke-tinted glass dome gently diffuses light.
What makes it truly curious? It’s produced by Norwegian prison inmates through a collaboration between designers Morten & Jonas, the Norwegian Correctional Services, and Northern Lighting.
It’s both a conversation starter and a beautiful kitchen or dining table piece.
Price: £339.00
2. Muuto Cosy in Grey Table Lamp
Designed by Harri Koskinen for Muuto, this transparent lamp embodies minimalist elegance.
Made from mouth-blown grey glass with a visible bulb at its center, it celebrates simplicity while offering soft, warm light.
It pairs beautifully with dimmable bulbs, creating a calm, atmospheric glow — ideal for reading corners or modern bedrooms.
Price: £175.00
3. Muffin Upside Down Ceiling Light
The Muffin Ceiling Lamp, created by Dan Yeffett and Lucie Koldova in the Czech Republic, brings vintage charm into a contemporary setting.
Its amber-tinted blown glass and oak bulb holder resemble the top of a freshly baked muffin — playful yet elegant.
Perfect for those who love industrial-style lighting with a softer edge, this pendant adds warmth and character to any room.
Price: £722.00
4. Eichholtz Sargent Table Lamp
A bold, dome-shaped lamp that makes a statement.
The Sargent Lamp from Eichholtz features a glass dome resting on a decorative plinth, housing three exposed bulbs.
Mix different bulb shapes — globe, pear, or tube — to create your own sculptural light composition.
It’s ideal for spaces that crave both conversation and curiosity.
Price: £240.00
5. Bronze 90° Wall Light
Looking for a rugged, industrial vibe? The Bronze 90 Degree Wall Light features a glass dome protected by a metal cage — perfect for porches, hallways, or exterior walls.
Its robust design gives any space a vintage nautical appeal, while the warm glow softens its bold form.
Price: £135.00
6. Black & Brass Spider Ceiling Light
A chandelier with personality!
This Spider Style Ceiling Light spreads across six adjustable brass “legs,” each holding a bulb of your choice. Mix and match shapes — from globes to tubes — and adjust each arm for a dynamic play of light.
It’s the perfect blend of industrial artistry and modern flexibility.
Price: £609.00
Curiosity Illuminated
Each of these pieces proves that lighting can go beyond function — it can express creativity, craftsmanship, and even humor.
From Muffin-shaped pendants to Spider-inspired chandeliers, these curious designs illuminate not just spaces but also imaginations.
At Vitalux, we celebrate lighting that tells stories and evokes emotion — where design meets curiosity and innovation shines through every detail.
What do you think? Would you buy any of them?
