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Flos Parentesi Pendant Ceiling Lamp in White by Achille Castiglioni & Pio Manzu

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Flos Parentesi Pendant Ceiling Lamp in White by Achille Castiglioni & Pio Manzu Borne out of a 1971 collaboration between Achille Castiglioni and Pio Manzù, the Parentesi was named for the parenthesis symbol—a visual reference to the nickel-plated shaped tube that lives on a floor-to-ceiling steel cable. The steel cable can reach up to 157", and the tube allows the lamp head to move vertically along the cable to achieve a customized height. The head fixture is injection-molded black elastomer, equipped with a switch. The Parentesi provides direct lighting and is available in black, nickel, or red. Inspiration behind the design: "Pio Manzù had the original idea for Parentiesi,” explains Achille Castiglioni. “He thought up a fixed vertical boom and a cylindrical box with a slot for the light, which went up and down: you stopped it with a screw. He replaced the boom with a metal cord that, when bent, creates friction and enables the lamp to be in position without requiring any screws." Additional information: Material: Plastic and Steel Finish: White Environment: Indoor - Dry Location Mounting: Ceiling Pendant Lamp (Bulb) Description: 1 x 120W BR-40 Medium Reflector Flood Incandescent (Not Included) Voltage: 120 IP Rating: IP20 Dimmable: Yes (Dimmer not included) Cord Length / Color: 157" - Black (Cord length can be shortened during installation) Switching: Switch made of injection-molded black elastomer (UL-94 HB) housed in fixture head Lamp: IDL00038 Dimension: Ø 4.3 x 157.4 H in Available in other finish options: Black, nickel, red Note: Lamp bulb and dimmer are sold separately.
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 157.4 in (399.8 cm)Diameter: 4.3 in (10.93 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1971
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  • Seller Location:
    Brooklyn, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: FU5400091stDibs: LU3785131438852

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