Capsule Alabaster Portable Lamp by Carpyen
Capsule Alabaster Portable Lamp by Carpyen
$1,040.00
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Capsule is alabaster reduced to its most essential shape. It was designed by Foster + Partners, the London architecture studio founded by Norman Foster in 1967, as a family of cylinders with smooth curves.
The result is an even, quiet light that shows off the depth and texture of the stone.
The Design Story
Foster + Partners drew Capsule in 2022 for Carpyen as a family of lamps that could sit in a home or a public room. Each body is individually cut and shaped from alabaster extracted in northern Spain, which supports local manufacturing. Because the stone is natural, the color and veining change from one lamp to the next. A slender aged brass base lifts the cylinder, and a discreet touch dimmer lets you soften the light to a candle-like 1800 K.
About the Designer
Foster + Partners was founded by Norman Foster in London in 1967 and is one of the world's most influential studios of architecture, engineering and design. Its work spans buildings, cities, industrial design and lighting, always multidisciplinary, built on innovation, technical excellence and sustainability.
Why You'll Love It
Capsule has the calm of an object that has been edited down. The glow is uniform, with none of the hot spots you get from a bare bulb, and the stone shows its cloudy depth best when dimmed. Three sizes let you build a trio on one surface. Touching the base to dim it feels natural, and there is no switch to spoil the line.
Where It's Best Placed
It is at home on a sideboard, a bedside table or a console, wherever the stone can be seen from the front. It works equally well in a residential setting and a hotel or restaurant. It is designed for indoor, dry spaces.
Product Details
| Designer | Foster + Partners, 2022 |
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| Type | Capsule Portable Lamp |
| Finishes | Alabaster / Aged Brass |
| Dimensions | Ø 13 cm (5.1 in) × H 19.5 cm (7.7 in); Ø 16.6 cm (6.5 in) × H 25.2 cm (9.9 in); Ø 20 cm (7.9 in) × H 30.2 cm (11.9 in) |
| Materials | Structure: alabaster. Base: aged brass |
| Light source | Integrated LED |
| Power | 7, 12 |
| Color temperature | 1800-2700 K |
| Light output | 500 lm, 980 lm |
| CRI | 95 |
| Voltage | 100-240 V / 50-60 Hz |
| IP rating | IP20 |
| Electrical class | Class II |
| Certification | CE |
| Weight | 3.7 kg (8.2 lb) – 8.5 kg (18.7 lb) |
| Use | Indoor |
| Made in | Barcelona, Spain |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Finishes, Sizes and SKUs
| Ø 13 cm (5.1 in) × H 19.5 cm (7.7 in) / Alabaster / Aged Brass | LM-CARPYEN-1001010 (Carpyen ref. 1001010) |
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| Ø 16.6 cm (6.5 in) × H 25.2 cm (9.9 in) / Alabaster / Aged Brass | LM-CARPYEN-1001011 (Carpyen ref. 1001011) |
| Ø 20 cm (7.9 in) × H 30.2 cm (11.9 in) / Alabaster / Aged Brass | LM-CARPYEN-1001012 (Carpyen ref. 1001012) |
About Carpyen
Carpyen was founded in Barcelona in 1948 and still makes its lamps in its own Barcelona workshops, joining art, craft and industry from classic standards to fully custom pieces. Its lights hang in hotels such as the Mercure Versailles, Paris J'adore and L'Esquisse, and the brand received an ADI-FAD Delta award in 1982.
Questions We Hear Most
Who designed the Capsule lamp?
Capsule was designed in 2022 by Foster + Partners, the London architecture studio founded by Norman Foster in 1967, for Carpyen.
Is every Capsule lamp different?
Yes. Each body is cut and shaped individually from natural alabaster, so color and veining vary from lamp to lamp.
How does the Capsule lamp dim?
It has a discreet touch dimmer in the base. Light moves through a warm range of 2700 K down to 1800 K.
What are the Capsule lamp sizes?
The smallest is 13 cm (5.1 in) wide and 19.5 cm (7.7 in) high, the middle one 16.6 cm (6.5 in) wide and 25.2 cm (9.9 in) high, and the largest 20 cm (7.9 in) wide and 30.2 cm (11.9 in) high.
What light source does the Capsule Portable Lamp use?
The Capsule Portable Lamp uses an integrated LED, so there is no bulb to buy or change.
Where is the Capsule Portable Lamp made?
In Barcelona, Spain. Carpyen has made its lamps there since 1948, in its own workshops.
Can I return the Capsule Portable Lamp?
All Carpyen orders are final sale, so please check the measurements and finish before ordering. We're glad to help you choose first.
Shipping Info
| Lead Time | In U.S. stock: leaves our warehouse in 3–5 business days. Not in U.S. stock: crafted for you in Barcelona and delivered in about 4–6 weeks. |
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| Ships From | United States, or Barcelona, Spain 🇪🇸 |
| Warranty | 2-year manufacturer warranty |
All Carpyen orders are final sale. Need help choosing a size or finish? Our design team is happy to help before you order.
Shipping & Returns
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Because many of our pieces are made to order or specially sourced, most items are considered final sale.
What are the items you could return?
1. Items received damaged or broken
2. Incorrect items that were shipped
3. Defective items
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