The packed electric lamp has a back wall with a first sleeve comprising a base and a first fixation wall with an opening, and a second sleeve comprising a top and a second fixation wall with an opening. Side walls are connected to the back wall and fastened to the first and second sleeves by means of folded tongues. The lamp is held fixed in the with respective end portions. The packing keeps the lamp securely fixed in place, while nevertheless a substantial portion of the lamp is visible. The packing may be readily shaped from its blank and simultaneously made to hold the lamp.