Nelson Lantern Bubble Pendant

The Nelson Lantern Bubble Pendant is part of the Nelson Bubble Lamps, a series of lights in elegant, spherical silhouettes. The pendant echoes the traditional lantern shape, transformed into a minimal expression for contemporary spaces. George Nelson, inspired by a set of silk-covered Swedish hanging lamps, designed the series in 1952. Use with up to 150 watt bulb. Light bulb not included. Hardwiring required. A Soft Radiance The simple and elegant shape of a traditional lantern shade made contemporary, the Nelson Lantern Bubble Pendant delicately hangs overhead with the help of a 6-foot cord and ceiling plate. George Nelson designed the Bubble Lamps In 1952. He was inspired by a set of Swedish hanging lamps that were tediously crafted with a silk covering. The bigger challenge, however, was their expensive price. Nelson decided to make his own set, and arrived at an innovative process that replaced the silk shade with a translucent plastic material.