Artemide

Artemide Calipso Pendant

Name: Artemide Calipso Pendant
Brand: Artemide
SKU: 16023652
Price: 1080.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

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16023652

Artemide Calipso Pendant

£1,080.00 GBP

Large Artemide Calipso pendant with organic honeycomb apertures for warm, even ambient light. Available in 2700K or 3000K; suspended on aircraft cables. IP20.

Create even ambient light with honeycomb apertures
Suspend on ultra-thin aircraft cables for a clean silhouette
Choose 2700K or 3000K colour temperature
Specify for interior use — IP20 rated
Benefit from a five-year manufacturer warranty

The Artemide Calipso pendant, designed by Neil Poulton, is a large-scale suspended ceiling light that reads as both a sculptural object and an ambient luminaire. The range explores an impure, organic geometry derived from an image-based algorithm, producing a honeycomb array that feels simultaneously natural and engineered.

The fixture takes the form of a shallow circular disc made from a dense cluster of vertical cylindrical tubes of varying diameters. This irregular honeycomb arrangement defines the pendant visually and optically; the perimeter presents a subtle ribbed texture formed by the convex tube surfaces. Colour temperature options are available in 2700K and 3000K.

The Calipso shown features a matte light grey exterior and a mosaic-like translucent underside where each tube acts as an individual light aperture. The combination of a structured outer shell and a complex internal geometry gives the piece a refined, architectural presence suitable for considered interiors.

Light is emitted through the cellular array to produce even, comfortable ambient illumination and soft shadowing rather than a single glare source. The design positions the pendant between residential and professional use, where sculptural ambience is required over purely task lighting.

The pendant is suspended by four ultra-thin aircraft cables with a separate, thicker electrical cord rising to the ceiling connection. The product has an IP20 rating, indicating interior use in dry zones. The provided data does not specify lamp/driver inclusions or dimming compatibility; please contact us for technical confirmation.

At Lighting Design Online we treat the Calipso as a design-led choice: a sculptural ambient fitting that resolves the need for even ceiling illumination while adding clear visual character. We offer project-friendly support and professional assurance to help specify the correct variant and to confirm technical details so your outcome is both deliberate and durable.

Dimensions

Height (cm): 7.5
Maximum drop (cm): 200
Diameter (cm): 52.6

Functionality

Operating voltage: 220-240V
F-norm rated: No
Cable excluded?: No

Certifications & Ratings

Recommended application surface: Ceiling
Product warranty: 5 years
IP rating: IP20
CE (EU directive) compatible?: Yes
Safety classification: Class I
Interior / exterior restrictions: Interior Use Only

Artemide Lighting

Italian Lighting

Artemide is an Italian lighting house known for a practice that blends design rigour with emotional expression. Working with designers such as Neil Poulton, the brand produces pieces that read as architectural and tactile refined forms, considered optics and an emphasis on durable production. Calipso reflects Artemides approach: inventive geometry married to high-performance ambient light. For architects and designers the brand offers dependable design intent and build quality suited to considered residential and professional interiors.

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Manufacturer Part Numbers

2700K	0213W10APP
3000K	0213010APP

FAQs

How is the Calipso pendant suspended?

The pendant is suspended by four ultra-thin aircraft cables; a separate, thicker electrical cord extends from the disc to the ceiling connection point.

What colour temperatures are available?

This product is offered in 2700K and 3000K options.

Is the Calipso suitable for bathrooms or outdoor spaces?

No. The Calipso has an IP20 rating, which is suitable for interior dry zones only; it is not rated for wet or outdoor locations.

Are lamps or an LED driver included?

The provided data does not specify whether lamps, an LED module or a driver are included. Contact Lighting Design Online for confirmation and technical details.

Delivery & Returns

Please review our Shipping and Returns policies to learn how your order will arrive to your project.

We gladly offer our guests up to 30 days from delivery to return or exchange this merchandise to ensure your satisfaction. To process a return or exchange, we require you to provide the original receipt. Before finalizing your purchase, please verify measurements, finishes and light sources. Delivery and handling fees are not refundable. Please Note: Custom or Made-to-order items cannot be returned or exchanged. For more information, please see our Terms & Conditions.

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