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What are George Nelson Bubble Lamps made of?
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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.
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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
Category
Vintage 1950s American Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
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
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
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...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
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...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
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...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
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 ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Resin


