About the Piece
A striking Tom Dixon Lens pendant chandelier, an innovative contemporary lighting design composed of approximately 60 individual molded polycarbonate lenses assembled into a dramatic spherical form. Designed by internationally celebrated British designer Tom Dixon, the Lens pendant transforms a simple globe into an extraordinary optical object. Rather than using a conventional continuous shade, Dixon constructed the sphere from repeating transparent triangular modules, each incorporating a circular concentric lens. The result is both sculptural and highly technical. The individual clear polycarbonate lenses refract, magnify and redirect light at multiple angles, creating constantly changing optical effects as the fixture is viewed from different positions. When illuminated, the overlapping lenses produce a luminous, almost crystalline appearance while projecting intriguing patterns of light into the surrounding space. The repeated geometric modules give the chandelier a distinctly futuristic, Space Age and psychedelic character, while the transparent construction keeps the substantial 23-inch sphere visually light and airy. Depending on its surroundings, the Lens can read as a faceted crystal globe, an oversized optical instrument or a molecular sculpture. Founded in London in 2002, Tom Dixon developed his eponymous brand around an experimental approach to materials, manufacturing and contemporary British design. The Lens pendant exemplifies this philosophy, transforming industrial polycarbonate into a sophisticated decorative lighting object. At approximately 23.2 inches in diameter, the chandelier has enough scale to function as a focal point without appearing visually heavy. Its transparent construction makes it particularly effective in contemporary interiors where a solid fixture of similar dimensions might dominate the architecture. The pendant works beautifully suspended over a round dining table, in an entrance hall, above a staircase, within a double-height space, or as a sculptural focal point in a modern living room. Its combination of transparent material and optical texture complements contemporary, Modernist, Space Age, Postmodern and eclectic interiors. The Lens pendant is no longer in production, making surviving examples increasingly interesting for collectors of Tom Dixon's earlier lighting designs. A photograph of Tom Dixon pictured with the Lens pendant is included among the listing images for historical and design reference. Dimensions: 23.2 in. H × 23.2 in. W × 23.2 in. D Diameter: approximately 23.2 in. / 58.9 cm Cable length: approximately 98.4 in. / 250 cm Designer: Tom Dixon Materials: Clear molded polycarbonate Form: Spherical / globe pendant Style: Contemporary / Modern / Space Age Status: Discontinued design
- Dimensions: Height 23 in, Diameter 23 in
- Materials: Plastic
