Retro Layers
The Mantis Space Age Table Lamp
The Mantis Space Age Table Lamp
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🚀 A Cosmic Specimen. Prepared for Landing.
Meet The Mantis. Somewhere between an organic lifeform and a lunar landing module, this lamp defies gravity. Its skeletal, matte-finish exoskeleton suspends a crystalline shade that appears to float in mid-air.
Designed with a retro-futurist silhouette, the angular geometry captures the optimism of the Atomic Era while fitting perfectly into modern, maximalist, or gamer setups. The shade features a unique "sugared" surface texture—a specialized 3D printing technique that diffuses light into a soft, nebulous haze, eliminating harsh hot spots.
It is not just a lamp. It is a transmission from the future.
✨ CUSTOMIZE YOUR MISSION You are the commander of this vessel. We offer complete modular customization to fit your interior:
The Chassis (Base): Choose the structural color
The Signal (Shade): Choose the diffusion color (e.g., Solar Flare Orange, Lunar Ice White).
📏 AVAILABLE IN TWO SIZES Select the perfect scale for your space:
LARGE (The Statement Piece)
Height: 13.1 inches (332mm)
Width: 7.9 inches (200mm)
Best for: Side tables, credenzas, living room accents.
SMALL (The Desk Companion)
Height: 10.9 inches (278mm)
Width: 6.7 inches (169mm)
Best for: Desks, bookshelves, nightstands.
🛠 MATERIAL & QUALITY Unlike standard 3D printed decor often made from PLA, The Mantis is engineered using High-Grade PETG.
Heat Resistant: Won't warp under normal use.
Durable: Stronger and more flexible than standard plastics.
Optical Clarity: PETG offers a superior, glass-like light diffusion.
HANDMADE IN CALIFORNIA
Location: Designed, printed, and hand-assembled in our studio in California.
Process: We do not mass produce, and we do not dropship. Every lamp is made to order, ensuring you receive a unique design object, not a generic factory item.
💡 BULB RECOMMENDATION
LED Only: Please use an LED bulb to ensure the longevity of the art piece. (Max 9 Watts).
Note: Bulb not included.
SHIPPING & CARE Your Mantis will be packed securely for its journey to your sector. Because of the unique 3D printing process, slight variations in the texture are normal and make your specific "specimen" one-of-a-kind.
Sculpted by Science, Styled for Your Pad.
Why fill a warehouse when we can print the future? At RetroLayers, our robotic artisans build your home decor layer by layer, but only after you place your order! This high-tech, made-to-order process means zero wasted plastic and no dusty inventory taking up space. We pass those savings on to you, delivering precision-engineered, eco-friendly style straight from the nozzle to your mantle. It’s modern living without the waste!
Let customers speak for us
Good quality - not flimsy. And a little bit of a perfect texture on them.
Perfect I Love it thanks so much!
Absolutely love these stars! Planning to order more, Ive gotten so many compliments. Thank you!
So cute - they add another-worldly/time charm. (Get an odd number, eg 3)
Absolutely beautiful and a great price! Beautiful colors!
I bought this planter to hold my coffee K cups. It feels solid and well-made and the design is perfect and adorable.
I love the design and the colour. The item is exactly as pictured. It shipped quickly and was well packed to avoid damage. I am very happy with napkin holder and the vendor. Would definitely purchase from them again.
The item is exactly as pictured. I loved the design and colour. It adds a bit of fun to my office space. I would definitely purchase from this vendor again.
The item is exactly as pictured. It was shipped quickly. I like that it adds a bit of colour and mid century vibe.
So much fun! Not the same stuff you see everywhere! It was just what I needed!!! Thank you for putting cool stuff into the world and making it more interesting!
Item is lightweight and easy to hang with double sided tape. Nice detail on a 3D product. Seller was easy to work with. Arrived as expected and well packaged.
Really cool little star. Might order more in the future!