Tampon Chandelier

Tampon Chandelier

Tampon Chandelier


Joana Vasconcelos is the creator of this chandelier made mostly of Tampons. Actually, it is made of stainless steel, cotton thread, steel cables, and approximately 14,000 OB tampons.
 

Image of chandelier made mostly of tampons

Chandelier made mostly of tampons


Joana Vasconcelos’ tampon chandelier is titled, “A Noiva” (The Bride)
 

Tampon chandelier created by Joana Vasconcelos

Tampon chandelier created by Joana Vasconcelos


“The Bride” is approximately 20 feet high and 11.5 feet wide.
 

Joana Vasconcelos' chandelier, "The Bride"

Joana Vasconcelos' chandelier, "The Bride"


Joana Vasconcelos’ tampon chandelier was created in 2001.
 

Tampon chandelier (close-up)

Tampon chandelier (close-up)


From a distance it may be hard to tell what “The Bride” is made out of. Get closer and there is no doubt.
 

tampon chandelier (detail)

Tampon chandelier (detail)


Vasconcelos’ “The Bride” tampon chandelier was produced and restored with the support of Johnson & Johnson (makers of the OB brand of tampons).
 


This is a video interview (sub-titled) with the artist and creator of the tampon chandelier, Joana Vasconcelos.