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The Ellen Merchant Palmette empire shade in 16cm offers a compact format with the same linocut-printed palm leaf motif on linen as the wider sizes in the range. The small scale suits candelabra and table lamp fittings where a delicate shade is required. Its linen construction diffuses light softly, while the Beryl colourway provides a cool, muted tone to the printed pattern.
A little bit of Ancient Greece meets a lot of groovy. The Palmette takes its cues from the classical palm leaf ornament but adds a playful, undulating wiggle for a decidedly retro twist. Originally hand-carved as a linocut by Ellen to capture that lovely, lived-in texture, it’s a masterclass in contrast. Whether you opt for the zingy ‘Citrine’ or the calm of ‘Beryl’, it’s a striking composition that feels right at home in both cool and warm schemes.
