Cocoon pendant lamp by Frits Friedel Wauer for Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s

Friedel Wauer cocoon pendant lamp for Goldkant Leuchten from the 1960s. This pendant lamp is executed in cocoon technique and emits a soft, diffused light thanks to the transparent, open structure of the material, which evenly filters the light when illuminated. The cocoon material was sprayed with synthetic resin onto a metal wire frame, a technique developed by Frits Friedel Wauer and later attributed to him by Flos. The method was inspired by the natural process of a silkworm enclosing itself, which also explains the name ‘cocoon’. This pendant lamp is executed in cream-coloured cocoon material, produced by Goldkant Leuchten and marked with the manufacturer’s logo (see photos). The dimensions are 50 × 43 × 43 cm (W×D×H), with a cord length of approximately 190 cm, and it is suitable for light sources up to a maximum of 100 watts. Source: Vintageinfo.be. The condition of this pendant lamp is good. The cocoon material shows slight discolouration consistent with age and material. The lamp functions properly.