The Most Versatile Take on the Lamp That Started It All Understated and matte, the all Black Humble One is the most versatile finish in the range, equally suited to a minimalist bedroom, a restaurant table or a garden bench, carrying the same exposed bulb, cordless design as the very first lamp Humble made. Choosing Black Matte black is the most neutral of One's finishes, working in almost any setting without competing with other colours or materials nearby. For a warmer, more textured alternative in the same shape, the wood or cinnamon finishes are the alternative. How It Works One charges on a Qi wireless dock or via the included USB-C cable, 4 to 6 hours for up to 140 hours of light on its lowest of three brightness levels. Its exposed E27 bulb is fully replaceable, and the lamp's modular, battery powered build means every part is designed to be maintained rather than thrown away. It carries an IP65 rating and comes complete with the lamp, its LED bulb, a USB-C cable and a storage bag. Where It Works Best Being IP65 rated, this One suits bathroom zones 1 and 2 as readily as a garden bench or a restaurant table outdoors (see our bathroom lighting zones guide for what each zone allows). Its neutral matte black finish makes it an easy fit for almost any room, indoors or out. Made By Humble Humble was founded in Amsterdam in 2018 by Jorren Teertstra and fellow Dutch industrial design engineers Gert, Tom, Lenny and Douwe, with the aim of a wireless alternative to candlelight. One was their first product, and this matte black finish remains the most direct expression of that original, versatile design. Good to Know Finish: Matte black Light source: Exposed, replaceable E27 LED bulb Brightness: 3 levels Charging: Qi wireless dock or USB-C, 4 to 6 hours for up to 140 hours of light Included: Lamp with LED source, USB-C cable, storage bag Rating: IP65 Returns: standard 14 day return, unused and in original packaging Questions People Ask Is matte black a good starting point if I am new to the Humble range? Yes, it is the most neutral finish and works in almost any setting, a sensible first choice before exploring the wood or colour options. How many brightness levels does it have? Three, adjustable from the lamp itself, covering everything from a low ambient glow to a brighter, more usable light. Is the matte finish likely to show fingerprints? It is designed to resist marking under normal handling, and a quick wipe keeps it looking clean.
