Cestita Batería Portable Lamp by Miguel Milá for Santa & Cole
Cestita Batería Portable Lamp by Miguel Milá for Santa & Cole
$1,120.00
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The Cestita has always looked like something you would pick up and carry. The Batería version finally lets you: Miguel Milá's cherry wood lantern now runs on a rechargeable battery, with its opal globe glowing wherever you set it down.
The Design Story
Miguel Milá created the Cesta in 1962 together with its smaller sibling, the Cestita; both take their name from the Spanish word for basket. In 2017 Santa & Cole released the Batería edition, replacing the cord with a lithium battery and a built-in 2.5 W LED. The cherry wood structure and curved handle are unchanged, so the lamp keeps its crafted, furniture-like character. The globe comes in white opal glass or a lighter white opal polyethylene. A switch on the lamp gives three levels of light.
About the Designer
Miguel Milá (Barcelona, 1931–2024) was a pioneer of Spanish industrial design. He drew lamps meant to be lived with for decades, and the TMM, Cesta, M64, FAD and Estadio families he created are still made by Santa & Cole today.
Why You'll Love It
- Miguel Milá's lantern form, finally cordless
- Cherry wood handle that invites you to carry it
- Choice of opal glass or polyethylene globe
- Three intensities and up to 24 hours on the minimum setting
- Built-in LED, so there is no bulb to buy
Made for Real Life
It gives a warm, even glow that is perfect for dinner, a bath or a late conversation. On the highest setting expect about five hours; on the lowest it lasts about a day. Polyethylene is the practical pick for homes with children, while glass has a deeper, more luminous surface. Wipe the cherry wood with a dry cloth and clean the globe with a slightly damp cloth. Keep it out of the rain and away from damp storage.
Product Details
| Brand origin | Santa & Cole, Barcelona, Spain 🇪🇸 |
|---|---|
| Designer | Miguel Milá |
| Year | 2017 (cordless version of the 1962 Cestita) |
| Structure | Cherry wood |
| Lampshade | White opal polyethylene or white opal glass |
| Height | 36 cm (14.1 in) |
| Width | 22 cm (8.6 in) |
| Light source | Built-in LED, 2.5 W, included |
| Color temperature | 2700 K |
| Dimming | Switch on the luminaire with 3 intensity levels |
| Battery | Lithium; about 5 h on high, 12 h on medium, 24 h on minimum |
| Charging | Charger included; charging time 6.5 h |
| Location | Indoor; do not leave outdoors permanently |
| Santa & Cole item no. | CESTC01, CESTC02 |
Where It Shines
Carry it from the dining table to the bedroom, or set it on a bookshelf among ceramics. It pairs naturally with the corded Cesta for a family look across a room.
Who This Is Not For
Not a reading lamp; it is designed for ambient light. It is not intended to be left outdoors permanently.
Frequently Asked Questions
Glass or polyethylene: which shade should I choose?
Opal glass has a richer, more luminous surface; opal polyethylene is lighter and more resistant to knocks.
How long does the battery last?
About 5 hours on high, 12 hours on medium and 24 hours on minimum.
How long does it take to charge?
About 6.5 hours with the included charger.
Is the handle real wood?
Yes, the structure and handle are cherry wood.
When was the battery version introduced?
In 2017, based on Miguel Milá's 1962 Cestita.
How long until it ships?
It is in stock and ships within 2–3 business days.
Shipping
| Processing Time | In stock, ships in 2–3 business days (Quick Ship). |
|---|---|
| Ships From | United States 🇺🇸 |
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