The Nelson Cigar Bubble Pendant from Herman Miller is George Nelson's 1952 design that explored how soft plastic could reshape lighting by eliminating glare while maintaining brightness. Nelson developed a technique where spray vinyl is applied over a steel wire frame, creating a taut skin with vertical ribbing that diffuses light evenly in all directions. Each lamp is handcrafted in Michigan, ensuring the sculptural oval form that made these fixtures part of the Museum of Modern Art's permanent collection. The field-adjustable cord allows for customized drop heights in various spaces.