IKEA PS 2009 Pendant Lamp (White)
Decorative art, lighting fixture • David Wahl for IKEA
Style & Movement
Contemporary Design / Scandi-Modernism
Medium & Technique
Laser-cut powder-coated steel panels, plastic armature, and electrical components
Creation Period
Circa 2009-2015
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 18-22 inches in diameter; spherical format
Subject Description
A globular pendant lamp composed of overlapping vertical slats or 'petals' with decorative perforations. The design allows light to filter through small dots, creating a patterned shadow effect in the surrounding room.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; the object appears dusty and is currently disassembled or structurally loosened in a storage/thrift environment.
Estimated Market Value
$40 - $80 USD
Auction Estimate
$20 - $50 USD
Provenance History
Mass-produced consumer product; currently located in a retail or second-hand storage facility based on the shelving and price sticker.
Art Historical Significance
Representational of the IKEA PS (Post Scriptum) collections which prioritized high-concept design for mass production. This specific lamp won a Red Dot Award, highlighting its significance in early 21st-century industrial design.
Notable Features
Distinctive perforated dot pattern on petals; award-winning designer collaboration; iconic 2000s flat-pack lighting design.
Condition Issues
Visible surface dust, tangled wiring, and potential bending of the thin metal petals. One petal appears slightly misaligned. Presence of a commercial price sticker on the exterior.
Conservation Recommendations
Thorough cleaning with a damp microfiber cloth, professional electrical testing of the cord and socket, and careful re-snapping of the plastic clips to ensure structural integrity.