Overview
- Unveiled at the Maison&Objet 2026 show in Paris, the piece reimagines the Bic Cristal at a 12:1 scale measuring just under six feet.
- The LED tube is reported to output up to 2,400 lumens, with versions mirroring classic cap colors—red, blue, and black—and a matching 10-foot power cord.
- Designer Mario Paroli created configurations for pendant use, wall mounting, or freestanding floor placement.
- The project marks the pen’s 75th anniversary, tapping into the Cristal’s cultural legacy that spans everyday use and inclusion in major museum collections.
- Media reports indicate a U.S. release later in 2026 at about $350, according to Fast Company, though final retail details have not been confirmed.