Abacus is a collection of pendant lamps with pure and refined forms. The name evokes the most ancient calculating instrument, the Abacus, to which the sculptural and elegant idea of almost mathematical rigour refers.
Each spherical element is assembled into modules that can be repeated to create an infinity of compositions, outlining new decorative scenarios to suit every need. From the centre of each sphere, radiant light softly spreads through the curved shapes of the opal glass. Made with the excellent production methods that distinguish all TERZANI products, Abacus is made of blown glass, all details are turned in brass, and a sophisticated LED system is developed to create a homogeneous and calibrated light. Abacus is ideal for illuminating domestic environments or to embellish contract spaces, thanks to its formal cleanliness, versatility and striking presence.
Used for centuries as the tool to both teach and communicate mathematics, the abacus was found in one form or another across the ancient world. At Terzani, we saw the beauty in the abacus’ mathematical purity and clean, functional design. In the hands of Terzani’s craftsmen, we’ve turned this inspiration into a new collection of modular pendant lamps whose flexibility allows for complex and beautiful configurations. Each module, or strand, of Abacus contains a custom set of round, hand-blown opal glass which emit a soft and uniform light. And, as the original abacus was used to calculate everything from simple addition to complex formulas, we’ve retained the same scalability. Due to its customization, our Abacus light is just as suitable in a home as a commercial space, and its almost infinite configurations makes sure you always come up with the right solution.
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