Modern sphere lamp crafted of glass, aluminum, and brass The VL Studio family derives from a lamp designed by architect Vilhelm Lauritzen for Radiohuset (The Radio House, headquarters of the Danish Broadcasting Corporation) in Copenhagen in the 1940s. The name "Studio" was chosen because some of the lamps were used outside the studio to indicate-with either a red or green light-whether recording was taking place. Lauritzen was the architect behind Radiohuset, a functionalist design, which was inaugurated in 1945. Radiohuset is a "gesamtkunstwerk"-like most of Lauritzen's buildings-meaning that he designed all of the interiors and every detail of the building. The fixture emits a diffused, glarefree light. The triplelayered opal glass provides a comfortable light distribution and radiates a pleasantly delicate glow to its surroundings. The untreated brass will change over time and develop a patina. Uses one dimmable 40watt LED bulb Approx. 12.6"Dia x 12.1"T Cord length: 8 ft. UL listed Made in Denmark Weight, 17.4 lbs Boxed weight, approximately 20.4 lbs