Goldkant Leuchten UFO shaped cocoon pendant light 1970

Looking to add a little extra-terrestrial elegance to your home? This vintage UFO-shaped cocoon pendant light from the 1970s is about to take your interior design to the next level! Designed by the legendary German lighting brand Goldkant Leuchten and inspired by the iconic Italian designer Achille Castiglioni, this pendant light brings the perfect mix of retro cool, mid-century modern sophistication, and a dash of space-age flair.

With its sleek, flying saucer shape and soft, glowing cocoon diffuser, this pendant light was designed to illuminate your space with a cozy, warm ambiance that will have you feeling like you're in a sci-fi movie set. 

This pendant light draws its inspiration from the 1970s golden age of design, where futuristic forms and innovative materials ruled the day. Goldkant Leuchten was known for creating stylish, high-quality lighting that brought a space-age vibe to homes, while Achille Castiglioni, a true design legend, helped popularize the use of cocoon materials in lighting. This lamp brings both of those influences together to create something truly unique and timeless.

The cocoon lamp process involves spraying a synthetic resin material over a steel wireframe to create a lightweight, durable diffuser. This technique was pioneered in the 1950s-60s, notably by Achille Castiglioni for Flos. The sprayed cocoon material hardens into a soft, cloud-like structure, allowing the lamp to emit a warm, ambient light. The process combines strength and delicacy, making it iconic in mid-century modern and space-age lighting design.

DIMENSIONS

Height: 20cm
Diameter: 40cm
Cord length: 70cm

PRODUCT DETAILS

Condition: Very good - one small spot on top of the shade. It has a new chrome top, fitting and wire.
Material: Synthetic resin
Fitting: E27
Including light bulb and ceiling cap

Period of production: 1970
Country of origin: Germany