The lamp is part of the Nelson Bubble Lamp series, designed by American industrial designer George Nelson in 1947. The Cigar model has an elongated cigarette shape with parallel lines that accentuate its silhouette. The lamp casts a soft, even light.
The frame of the shade is made of steel wire, which is coated with a translucent plastic polymer.
The Nelson Bubble Lamp collection offers several sizes as well as designs.