DCW Mantis BS3 table lamp

DCW Mantis BS3 is a table lamp by DCW, designed in 1951 by Bernard Schottlander and inspired by the dynamism of Alexander Calder's sculptures. Its slender aluminium and steel frame in a matte black finish evokes the silhouette of a praying mantis: a minimal structure supporting an elongated curved diffuser, counterbalanced by a circular base with a round weight. The E14 lampholder accommodates an LED source up to 15W, providing direct light emission, with a switch conveniently integrated on the diffuser. The lamp rotates horizontally through 360° and adjusts vertically across 4 positions of 20° each, thanks to essential pivots designed for simple, immediate movement.

Timeless and refined, Mantis BS3 is designed for indoor use with an IP20 protection rating and a supply voltage of 220-240V. Its maximum dimensions of 820 × Ø 200 mm make it ideal as a reading or task light on a desk or side table. It pairs beautifully with a contemporary living room or a design-led bedroom. The E14 LED bulb is not included and the lamp is not dimmable.