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Cosmo

Product information: 

2010

h37cm, Ø 34cm

Metal frame with covering with μ thin,
silver Mirrorfoil, in unlighted condition, mirrored,
in lighted condition transparent, 3 m silver text cable; 
Weight of the lampshade 104 g,
Total weight incl. Bulb and cable 346 g

Color: silver
Light Source: Bulb socket E27
(suitable for all illuminate energy efficiency) 

 

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Visual information:
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Photographer: Alexander Böhle

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Photographer: Marc Krause
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© Koelnmesse / Constantin Meyer

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© Vitra, S Version, Vitra stand, IMM 2013

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Photographer: Markus Bassler
Cosmo

COSMO plays with the contrasts like the change from transparency to opacity: Switched off the lamp is an opaque silver object, reflecting the surroundings on the irregular outer surface. Switched on it transforms into a transparent, crystalline form, in which the lamp is exposed like in a mirror cabinet. Numerous light reflections become visible. Furthermore Cosmo has the appearance of an elegant chandelier and at the same time the lightness of a lampion. The foil material appears sketchy, its faceted form though reminds one of the sparkling of a smoothed jewel. Thus the traditional impression of a lampshade merges with the aesthetics of polygons, which we know from 3D programs. Cosmo is made of a thin silver coated foil. Due to its surprising lightness it can be used wherever a chandelier would be too heavy. It perfectly integrates itself into different surroundings and fits well into a contemporary living context. The Cosmo lamps are handmade by a workshop for handicapped people in Germany.