Alvar Aalto (Finnish 1898-1976)
Beehive Pendant Light, model A332
constructed from six dark blue enamelled aluminium bands with pierced polished brass mounts to diffuse the light
stamped with manufacturer’s name and model number
35cm high, 33cm diameter

One of Alvar Aalto’s most iconic lighting designs, the Beehive pendant light was devised in 1953 for use in Finland’s University of Jyväskylä.

This is an early example of model A332 with six rings, much rarer than the five-ring model A331.

Good condition, ready to hang