Mid-Century Modern Cocoon Pendant by Friedel Wauer for Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s

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Extra-large cocoon pendant lamp by friedel wauer for goldkant-leuchten, germany, 1950s–60s

a rare extra-large cocoon pendant lamp designed by friedel … Read more Extra-large cocoon pendant lamp by friedel wauer for goldkant-leuchten, germany, 1950s–60s

a rare extra-large cocoon pendant lamp designed by friedel wauer for goldkant-leuchten (friedel wauer gmbh & co. Kg), wuppertal, germany. The company was founded around 1948, originally under the name cocoon-leuchten international, and became one of the earliest pioneers of cocoon lighting technology.

this impressive pendant features 16 wave-shaped metal ribs forming an elegant sculptural frame, which has been expertly coated in the company’s signature “cocoon” resin — a technique friedel wauer developed by observing the self-wrapping behaviour of silkworms. The result is a warm, organic, softly diffused light characteristic of early cocoon lamps.

the pendant retains its original white-painted bakelite socket, complete with the manufacturer’s label still present, a detail rarely found intact. The lamp has been fitted with a 150 cm cable and a new canopy.

friedel wauer is widely credited — and acknowledged by flos — as the originator of the cocoon-spraying technique used on metal frameworks. In the late 1950s, arturo eisenkeil introduced this technology to italy, where he collaborated with dino gavina, achille and pier giacomo castiglioni, and carlo and tobia scarpa, ultimately leading to the founding of flos. Early german cocoon lamps from wauer’s workshop therefore hold an important place in the history of postwar european lighting design.

dimensions
height: 44 cm
diameter: 50 cm
cable length: 150 cm

condition
very good vintage condition, with minimal signs of age. Fully functional, with original socket and new canopy.

a highly collectable and historically significant example of early cocoon lighting — exceptionally rare in this extra-large size. This piece has an attribution mark,
i am sure that it is completely authentic and take full responsibility for any authenticity
issues arising from misattribution,
up to 250v (europe/uk standard).the wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise. See less