The shade for standing lamps is held by five interwoven strips also in maple which are smoothed down and oiled. The soft edges provide the lamp with a visual delicateness in contrast to the vigor of the materials used. In a slow-drying process, the strips are dried naturally to maintain their form. The maple wood makes the refreshingly cool light of the energy-saving fluorescent lamp glisten and transforms it into a warm yet powerful and comfortable light while bestowing a unique atmosphere to the room.With its native maple and archetypal form, Arba creates both an intimacy and understated simplicity. The light coming through the cylindrical diffusor enables you to see the vitality of the wood grain and makes the natural features of objects much more distinct. Arba combines comfort and sustainability while imparting restful images of nature along with peace and tranquility.