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M&S slashes price of chic table lamp that's sold out five times before

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Fashion and beauty aside, Marks & Spencer's sale is also known to churn out some pretty good deals on homeware, too. This year the retailer has slashed the prices on everything from bedding to crockery, luggage to cookware. But if there's one item we've all had our eye on and been patiently waiting to hit the sale, it's the store's best-selling checkerboard lamp, otherwise known as M&S's Kirsten Ceramic Table Lamp.

Quick overview

Originally £59 before being reduced to £49.50, it's been discounted even further to just £39.50 in the M&S sale.

Selling out five times since it initially launched back in February 2023, it's had shoppers *so* impressed that they've been buying multiple.

🛍️ Product on sale: Kirsten Ceramic Table Lamp
💰 Best deal we've found: £39.50 down from £49.50
⭐ Average star rating: 4.9 out of 5
🛒 Reasons to buy: A stylish addition to your home, adds a sprinkle of charm to classic interiors, looks more expensive than it is

A stylish addition to your home, and great for adding a pop of colour, the viral checkerboard lamp shoppers describe as "beautifully designed" and "great quality" has hit the sale. Get it for 20% less now at Marks & Spencer. 

£39 at Marks & Spencer

Available in four gorgeous colours: green, blue, dark red and yellow, it features a very on trend scallop-edged shade and checkerboard base for a sprinkle of kitsch charm.

The lampshade itself is designed with coordinating colourful piping along the scallop edge, which gives it a very luxury feel. It has been described by shoppers as looking "much more expensive than it is" and being the "perfect addition" to their bedside table.

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Add a touch of colour to your interior this year. (Marks & Spencer)
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A brilliant conversation starter, shoppers have even said they've received compliments. (Marks & Spencer)
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Available in four colours, it's been described as a "lovely cheerful lamp". (Marks & Spencer)

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The ever-so-slightly irregular checkerboard pattern gives it a modern feel, while the canvas-like lampshade brings it all together nicely.

Great for adding a touch of character to your bedroom, living room, dining space or upstairs landing, it's compact enough to sit comfortably in any corner, and will no-doubt get plenty of compliments for visitors.

Available now with 20% off, we suggest adding it to your shopping basket promptly, before it inevitably sells out for a sixth time running.

Rated 4.9 out of five by shoppers, it's no surprise it's selling fast over on M&S.

  • "Super cute small lamp. I had my eye on it for a while and great to get at 20% off."

  • "Beautiful lamp. Absolutely love everything about it."

  • "This is a lovely lamp and has already been commented on by friends and family. It’s just the right size for my kitchen and is certainly value for money."

  • "Such a cute little table lamp! Looks very expensive and beautiful!"

  • "I’ve got a green one today, it looks so nice in my living room. Very cute, well made, I’m thinking about getting a red one for my bedroom as well, in love!"

  • "Fantastic lamp. Love the design. I ended up buying another."

  • "I love this lamp! It is so cute, really well-made and looks a lot more expensive than it is. I bought the green and am seriously tempted to buy the red colour too!"

  • "Cutest little table lamp, perfect for any room. I’m only disappointed that I didn’t get the matching candle or vase."

Shop now: Kirsten Ceramic Table Lamp, Green | £39.50 (Was £49.50) from Marks & Spencer

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Shop now: Kirsten Ceramic Table Lamp, Red | £39.50 (Was £49.50) from Marks & Spencer

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Shop now: Kirsten Ceramic Table Lamp, Blue | £39.50 (Was £49.50) from Marks & Spencer

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Shop now: Kirsten Ceramic Table Lamp, Yellow | £39.50 (Was £49.50) from Marks & Spencer

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If that wasn't enough, there's even a matching vase to complete the look. Available in the green colourway, it features that same distinctive checked pattern, and is designed with a tall, cylindrical shape, making it the perfect vessel for showcasing your favourite blooms.

Available now for £15, shoppers dub it "fantastic value for money".

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Available in three vibrant shades, this contemporary lamp is art-deco inspired with a cylindrical base, cone top and contrast trim. 

£39 at Marks & Spencer

Quite simply a "really lovely lamp", as one shopper describes it, this pick is made from a glossy ceramic painted with green stripes and finished with a cone-shaped shade. 

£41 at Marks & Spencer