Tom Rossau TR42 Pendant, Natural Birch Veneer, 2 Sizes

Tom Rossau’s early TR10 hourglass, split in half: a birch vessel of light inspired by ancient pottery.

The TR42 reimagines Tom Rossau’s TR10 by cutting the hourglass in half. Made exclusively in birch veneer, its curved strips form a vessel shape inspired by ancient Greek and Roman pottery, cut and shaped so the wood bends naturally. It gives a soft, warm glow and comes in a compact 11.8" × 13" or a larger 15.75" × 21.65".

Specifications

• Brand: Tom Rossau (Copenhagen, Denmark)
• Model: TR42 Pendant
• Designer: Tom Rossau, 2023
• Type: Vessel-shaped pendant of curved birch strips: the TR10 hourglass cut in half
• Colors: Natural Birch
• Sizes: 11.8" diameter × 13" high (30 × 33 cm); 15.75" × 21.65" (40 × 55 cm)
• Weight: 4.21 lb (small); 5.31 lb (large)
• Materials: Hand-assembled strips of birch veneer
• Light source: One E26 socket, max 60W incandescent or 15W LED; bulb not included (Tom Rossau recommends a warm 2700K A19/A60 LED of 5–8W)
• Dimming: Dimmable with dimmable LED bulbs and a compatible wall dimmer (not included)
• Suspension: Suspension cable: 98.4" (2.5 m) on the small, 106.3" (2.7 m) on the large
• Canopy: 3.5" × 3.5" × 3.3" polypropylene canopy in white; works on sloped ceilings
• Assembly: Arrives fully assembled
• Electrical: 120V, UL listed (US version)
• Origin: Handmade in Copenhagen, Denmark
• Warranty: 2 years (24 months) against manufacturing defects
• Lead time: US stock options (15.75 × 21.65 in (40 × 55 cm)) ship in about 3 business days. Every other option is handmade to order in Copenhagen and delivered in about 10 weeks (70 days).
• Item numbers (MPN): 11.8 × 13 in (30 × 33 cm): 986; 15.75 × 21.65 in (40 × 55 cm): 987

Features

• Vessel shape inspired by ancient pottery
• Natural birch only
• Two sizes
• One E26 bulb, dimmable with a dimmable LED
• Handmade in Copenhagen

Best for

Dining tables, kitchen islands, bedrooms and cafés. Pair it with the Tom Rossau TR10 pendant light, Tom Rossau TR5 pendant light and Tom Rossau TR747 pendant light.

Who this is not for

• Damp rooms: birch must stay dry.
• Anyone who wants a white or metallic finish.

About the designer

Tom Rossau grew up in Odsherred, the curving coastal landscape north-west of Copenhagen that has drawn painters for generations, and his first lamps appeared in 2005. Every Tom Rossau lamp is still built by hand in the company’s own workshop on Frederiksberg Allé in Copenhagen, by a single lamp builder who signs the card that comes with it.

Why we carry it

We have been curating design-led lighting since 2009, and the TR42 connects Tom Rossau’s history with something new, and its birch glow is irresistible.

Buy once: durability and care

Dust the birch strips with a soft, dry brush; keep the lamp away from water, steam and humid rooms, because moisture softens the veneer and can make stained colors bleed. Like all natural wood, the birch slowly develops a patina and may shift its shape very slightly over the years: Tom Rossau calls it a living material. Tom Rossau covers manufacturing defects for 2 years. Have a licensed electrician install hardwired fixtures.

Frequently asked questions

What sizes does the TR42 pendant come in?

11.8" × 13" (30 × 33 cm) and 15.75" × 21.65" (40 × 55 cm).

What bulb does the TR42 pendant take?

One E26 bulb, not included: max 60W incandescent or 15W LED.

How long is the TR42 cable?

98.4" on the small and 106.3" on the large.

Is the TR42 pendant dimmable?

Yes, with a dimmable LED bulb and a compatible dimmer (not included).

What color does the TR42 come in?

Natural birch only.

How long does the Tom Rossau TR42 pendant light take to arrive?

US stock options (15.75 × 21.65 in (40 × 55 cm)) ship in about 3 business days. Every other option is handmade to order in Copenhagen and delivered in about 10 weeks (70 days).

Trade pricing for design professionals

Interior designers, architects, restaurateurs, hospitality buyers and home stagers can apply to the MetropolitanDecor Trade Program for trade pricing on Tom Rossau and the rest of our catalog, a dedicated trade support line, and free catalogs. Applying takes about three minutes; our trade team reviews every application personally, usually within one business day. Lighting a restaurant, a hotel floor or a whole home? Send us the list and we will confirm stock and lead times for every piece.

Delivery & returns

US stock options (15.75 × 21.65 in (40 × 55 cm)) ship in about 3 business days. Every other option is handmade to order in Copenhagen and delivered in about 10 weeks (70 days). Orders over $100 ship free by ground to the 48 contiguous states. All sales are final, so check the size and finish above before ordering; if your order arrives damaged or isn’t what you ordered, contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos and we’ll make it right.

Please note: Because this item is made to order or specially sourced, it is final sale.