George Nelson Bubble Floor Lamp

The cigar lotus floor lamp brings this classic george nelson design to a floor setting.

George nelson bubble floor lamp.

The nelson bubble lamps by herman miller are instantly recognizable as important pieces of mid century modern design and can even be found in the permanent collection of the moma in new york. Built to last a lifetime the original george nelson bubble lamp cigar lotus floor lamp is solidly constructed of brushed nickel plated steel. The bubble lamps are still produced according to nelson s original design and are available in a range of pendants floor table and wall lamps. Nelson came across a swedish spherical lamp that captured the design values of the era but it was far too expensive.

Why we love nelson bubble lamps when you see a george nelson bubble lamp the light is instantly recognizable as a special piece of mid century modern design. The creation of nelson bubble lamps by herman miller george nelson was already an accomplished architect and professor when he developed the first bubble lamp in 1947. It is available in three sizes and comes with a 9 foot plug in cord. An assortment of lights in various spherical silhouettes the nelson bubble lamps add a touch of softness and luminosity to interiors.

The nelson bubble lamp collection designed by george nelson includes pendants wall sconces floor lamps and table lamps. An assortment of lights in various spherical silhouettes the nelson bubble lamps add a touch of softness and luminosity to interiors. Each lamp stand has a 6 5 pound steel base for stability a 9 foot cord and an easy to use on off floor switch. With an elongated sphere lampshade and a stable steel base the nelson cigar lotus floor lamp brings a sculptural presence to any interior.

Designed by george nelson in 1952 these elegant fixtures are fashioned from a sturdy lightweight steel frame yet have a delicate floating quality whether in ceiling hung floor table or wall mounted.