Product Description
George Nelson Bubble Lamp® Cigar Pendant
With its simple, sculptural shape and abundant diffused light, the George Nelson Bubble Lamp® is an icon of modern design. First designed in 1947, the lamp is made of innovative taut plastic that coats a steel wire frame. From the forming of the wire frame, to the spraying of the vinyl form, each lamp is built to George Nelson’s original specifications. The George Nelson Bubble Lamp® series is featured in the Museum’s collection.
•Pendant fixture. Requires hardwire installation.
•6-foot cord.
•5.25” diam. stainless steel ceiling plate.
•Requires one 150W max incandescent bulb (not included).
•UL Listed.
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History
Mid-Century Design
Following World War II, a number of factors combined to foster a new direction in home products and furniture. New materials, such as molded plywood and plastic, and advances in mass production techniques opened a world of design options. Through the efforts of companies like Herman Miller, their longtime design director George Nelson, and the influential team of Charles and Ray Eames, these new designs could be produced for a broad market. A new vocabulary of ergonomic form, versatile function, and synthetic material emerged—and some of the most beloved furniture of the century was created.
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