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What are George Nelson Bubble Lamps made of?

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What are George Nelson Bubble Lamps made of?
George Nelson Bubble Lamps are made of steel wires, which form a durable framework for the lamp. A plastic polymer material spread over the wires forms the shade which is translucent to give the lamp a soft glow. Inspired by Swedish lamps, these mid-century modern light fixtures are still made by the legendary furniture manufacturer Herman Miller today. Shop a range of George Nelson Bubble Lamps on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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George Nelson "Bubble Lamp", USA circa 1952
By George Nelson
Located in Culver City, CA
USA, 1952 George Nelson & Associates for Howard Miller Clock Company. Sprayed fiberglass over metal frame with steel braces. 26”dia x 11”h Ref. L5278 $ 3,200
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Vintage 1950s American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel

Mid-century design cocoon hanging by George Nelson lamp , 1970s
By George Nelson
Located in Delft, NL
Mid-century design cocoon hanging by George Nelson lamp , 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Plastic

George Nelson, Cigar Wall Sconce, Plastic, Walnut, Nickel, Herman Miller, 1952
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in High Point, NC
An early-production Cigar Bubble wall sconce in plastic polymer, walnut and brushed nickel; designed by George Nelson and produced by Herman Miller, USA, 1952. Variable dimensions...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nickel

George Nelson "Half Nelson" Lamp for Koch Lowy #2
By George Nelson
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic George Nelson Half lamp for Koch Lowy. In brass finish. Very good overall conditon. The shade pivots to aim light. The switch has minor edge paint loss, shade has a minor h...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Aluminum

Cocoon lamp by George Nelson, Italy 1960s
By George Nelson
Located in Hannover, DE
An absolute rarity! A cocoon pendant lamp designed by George Nelson in the 1960s. The lampshade is made of original resin. It is in good vintage condition. The shade has no holes o...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Resin

Cocoon lamp by George Nelson, Italy 1960s
By George Nelson
Located in Hannover, DE
An absolute rarity! A Cocoon pendant lamp designed by George Nelson in the 1960s. The pendant lamp features a design similar to Achille Castiglioni's lamps. The lampshade is made of ...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Resin

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