Calmares II ceiling lamp by Tom Strala
What is ugly?
Ugly is the illuminant of CALMARES. A light ring attached to a rectangular plastic bulky and clumsy. It is the first energy-saving bulb with an electric control gear and usual bulb socket from 1983. CALMARES multiplies this misshaped energy-saving bulb 13 times and transforms this absurd circular shape into a charming light sculpture full of grace. Thus, our perspective on the single energy-saving bulbs is changed and our perceptions and sense of ugliness is transformed.
What is ugly?
Ugly is the illuminant of CALMARES. A light ring attached to a rectangular plastic bulky and clumsy. It is the first energy-saving bulb with an electric control gear and usual bulb socket from 1983. CALMARES multiplies this misshaped energy-saving bulb 13 times and transforms this absurd circular shape into a charming light sculpture full of grace. Thus, our perspective on the single energy-saving bulbs is changed and our perceptions and sense of ugliness is transformed.
What is ugly?
Ugly is the illuminant of CALMARES. A light ring attached to a rectangular plastic bulky and clumsy. It is the first energy-saving bulb with an electric control gear and usual bulb socket from 1983. CALMARES multiplies this misshaped energy-saving bulb 13 times and transforms this absurd circular shape into a charming light sculpture full of grace. Thus, our perspective on the single energy-saving bulbs is changed and our perceptions and sense of ugliness is transformed.
Designer___Tom Strala
Manufacturer___limited edition of 125 pieces
Color___white coated
Material___aluminium, white coated
Measures___L160 W60 H65 cm
Period___2010
Condition___good
Divers___European plug (up to 250V)