Mid-century cocoon pendant lamp, Italy 1960s

Mid-century cocoon pendant lamp made in Italy in the 1960s. Mid-century cocoon pendant lamp made in Italy in the 1960s. The key feature of this iconic hanging lamp by architect Achille Castiglioni is the new material used to make it. The frame is metal covered in Cocoon spray-on plastic. In the United States, after World War II, a new type of fiberglass-reinforced spray-on plastic coating called Cocoon was invented to protect disarmed warships. This innovative material was imported to Italy by Arturo Eisenkeil, a small manufacturer from Merano, which used this resin to make lampshades and then put it on the market. Vintage cocoon is very good vintage condition, no damage. Wiring replaced. Dimensions: Width: 37 cm / 14.6 inches Height: 31 cm / 12.2 inches Lamp height with cable: 100 cm / 39.4 inches Lamp requires European E27 lightbulb and compatible with E26 USA socket. Works with standard bulbs, LED or halogen, 220V for Europe and 110V for the USA. We offer a secure worldwide shipping. Each of our lamp is shipped in a personal custom-made wooden box. If you have any questions, please contact us. We're always in touch!