Marset Tam Tam Decorative Wall Light

The Marset Tam Tam Decorative Wall Light, designed by Fabien Dumas as part of the Tam Tam range, is a wall-mounted decorative fitting that pairs a thin circular backplate with two truncated conical shades in a deliberately asymmetrical composition.

Formally playful yet restrained, the two shades are set at different heights and angles to offer multi-directional illumination. The product is shown in semi-matte silver-grey shades with an off-white mounting plate, creating a modern, minimalist contrast.

Constructed in metal, the Tam Tam uses lacquered aluminium shades with an opalescent methacrylate diffuser over each open end. The combination of lacquered metal and a uniform diffuser gives the fitting a refined, tactile appearance while controlling glare from the lamp.

Light is delivered through the opalescent diffusers for a soft ambient effect and is also reflected from the circular backplate onto the wall, which helps create gentle modelling and depth. The fitting accepts two E12 lamps; compatible lamp examples listed in the product information include E12 CFL Type T2 13W, E12 Type G16.5 40W and E12 LED Type G16.5 5W.

The Tam Tam mounts directly to a wall surface and is supplied with a two-year defects-only warranty as noted in the product data. The product information does not specify a separate driver or transformer; dimming behaviour will depend on the selected lamps and the dimmer used.

At Lighting Design Online we think of this piece as a way to introduce considered, directional ambience without fuss. The Tam Tam’s sculptural geometry and diffused light make it easy to resolve both aesthetic and practical aims, and we can advise on lamp choice, dimming compatibility and placement to ensure a calm, well-balanced outcome.