Verpan

Moon Opal Pendant plastic material / Acrylic - Ø 44.5 cm / Verner Panton, 1960

Verner Panton Moon Opal Pendant Light, a lighting icon from 1960

Created in 1960, the Moon Opal pendant lamp is one of the first lighting fixtures designed by Verner Panton. This reissue recreates the original design in a translucent white Acrylic version, which is visually lighter and particularly soft when lit. With its ten ring-shaped slats arranged in a fan-like pattern around the light source, Moon forms a dynamic, graphic sphere. Depending on the viewing angle, its appearance changes, emphasizing its sculptural character.

An iconic creation by Verner Panton

With Moon, Verner Panton explored the relationship between light, form, and perception as early as 1960. The lamp is distinguished by ten superimposed rings that filter the light and partially conceal the bulb. This interplay of layers produces soft, enveloping lighting without direct glare. The silhouette evokes at once a celestial body, a fan, and a kinetic sculpture, true to the Danish designer’s experimental approach.

Light filtered through ten slats

The opaline acrylique slats reflect and diffuse light while creating effects of shadow and depth. Their fan-shaped arrangement forms an elliptical sphere around the bulb. This construction gives the Moon designer pendant a particularly expressive presence, whether it’s on or off. In this Opal version, the Translucent white Acrylic produces a warmer, softer, and more poetic light.

A design that changes depending on your perspective

Moon is never seen in quite the same way depending on where you stand. From the front, the rings form a regular, graphic structure. From the side, the slats reveal more of their depth and layering. This constant variation is an integral part of the light fixture’s identity and transforms the pendant into a true architectural element within the space.

Where to install the Moon Opal pendant light?

The Moon Opal pendant light naturally finds its place above a dining table, in a living room, or in an entryway. With a diameter of 44.5 cm, it makes a strong visual statement without appearing out of proportion. Its diffused light makes it particularly well-suited for social spaces where soft, glare-free lighting is desired.

Does the Moon pendant light provide enough light for a dining room?

Yes, provided you choose a bulb suited to the room’s size and intended use. The Moon emits a soft, filtered light rather than very direct lighting. It is therefore particularly well-suited as a dining room pendant light when you want to create a pleasant glow around the table. For a large room, it can be supplemented with other light sources.

Can the slats on the Moon pendant light be adjusted?

Yes. The ten slats are mobile, allowing you to change the shape of the fixture and the way the light is diffused. This adjustability enhances the fixture’s dynamic character and lets you slightly customize its appearance to suit the desired ambiance.

What type of bulb should be used with the Moon Opal pendant light?

The Moon Opal works with an E27 bulb rated up to 60 W (not included). A warm-white LED bulb is particularly well-suited for accentuating the soft glow of the Opaline acrylique. The ceiling rose is included, and the cable measures up to 250 cm, making it easy to install in rooms with varying ceiling heights.

With its fluid form, filtered light, and heritage from Verner Panton, the Moon Opal goes beyond mere lighting. It serves as a sculptural presence in the room, capable of transforming the atmosphere while preserving the graphic impact of the design conceived in 1960.

In detail:

• Variation : Ø 44.5 cm / Opaline

• Brand : Verpan

• Designer : Verner Panton

• Type : Pendant

• Colour : Opal white / Cable: white fabric - White ceiling rose

• Material : Matte opal acrylic slats - Structure: Chromed metal - Ceiling rose: Painted metal

• Dimensions : Ø 44.5 cm - Cable: L 250 cm max.
• Weight : 6.16 lb
• Characteristics : Reissue of the original 1960 model designed by Verner Panton—Adjustable slats to control the light—Recommended bulb (not included): 1 x E27, max. 60W—Ceiling rose included