Description
The Impossible 85cm Flared Pendant Light is a wide, sculptural shade built from a single continuous piece of woven painted metal mesh. Its form takes its cue from a flared hat rather than a lens: a narrow, waisted crown gathers the mesh at the top before it opens outward into a broad skirt, with the hem turned up at the rim. Measuring 85cm across at its widest point, it stands 35cm in height and hangs on a fixed drop of 230cm. The fitting is one unbroken woven body, not a group of separate shades. Designed by Massimo Mussapi, it is offered with an integrated LED module rated 3 x 10W at 2700K, giving 3000 lm and dimmable, or in an E27 version taking 1 x E27 100W max, with lamps not included on those versions.
This is a piece for rooms with height to give it room to breathe. It suits an entrance hall, a stairwell, a double-height living space or a generous dining area, where the wide skirt can be read from below and the woven texture catches the light. The 230cm drop is set at manufacture and cannot be shortened on site, so it is best planned into tall spaces from the outset. It works equally well over a large table or as a single focal fitting in an open-plan room.
The shade is formed from painted metal mesh, with the metalwork offered in Black, Burnished, Gold or White. Wipe the mesh gently with a soft dry cloth to lift dust, avoiding abrasive cleaners and liquids on the finish. The listing carries 8 variants across the LED and E27 options. It sits within our Impossible range for those seeking a matching family of fittings.
Specification
| Type |
Pendant Lights |
| Diameter |
85cm |
| Height |
35cm |
| Drop |
230cm maximum |
| Light source |
integrated LED 3 x 10W, dimmable, 2700K, 3000 lm (no lamp to buy); or 1 x E27 100W max, lamps not included, on the versions supplied without the LED module |
| Metal finish |
Black, Burnished, Gold, White |
| Suitable for |
Indoor use only |
Frequently Asked
What is the shade made from?
The shade is a single continuous piece of woven painted metal mesh. There is no glass or separate diffuser: the mesh frame itself is the shade, offered in Black, Burnished, Gold or White.
Do I need to buy a lamp for this pendant?
It depends on the version. The integrated LED version has a built-in module of 3 x 10W at 2700K, giving 3000 lm, so no lamp is needed. The E27 version takes 1 x E27 100W max and lamps are not included, so you would supply your own.
Can the drop be shortened to suit a lower ceiling?
No. The drop is 230cm and is fixed at manufacture, so it cannot be shortened on site. Please plan it into a suitably tall space before ordering.
What are the overall dimensions?
The fitting has a diameter of 85cm across its widest point, a height of 35cm and a maximum drop of 230cm.
Is the light dimmable and what colour temperature does it give?
On the integrated LED version the light is dimmable at 2700K. On the E27 version the colour temperature and dimming depend entirely on the lamp you choose to fit.
How much does it weigh?
The net weight is not given to us, so we cannot confirm it. Please ask and we will look into it for you.