Nelson Pear Lotus Table Lamp

Elegant form, soft light

Bringing a graceful presence to a table setting, the Nelson Pear Lotus Table Lamp is set on a steel base that is available with or without a walnut cover, and includes an 86-inch plug-in cord. A pull chain with a solid walnut end provides a convenient way to turn the lamp on and off. In 1952, a set of Swedish hanging lamps were introduced into the American market and George Nelson was impressed enough to want one for his office. When he learned that it was available at a Swedish import store in New York, he hurried to acquire one. The steep price tag, for that time, prevented him from buying one but it also inspired him to design his own. The result was a timeless collection of lamps with elemental, spherical shapes that complement contemporary interiors as easily and beautifully as they did mid-century homes.