The reaction of [2-PyLi] with [Cp(2)Pb] produces [Pb(2-Py)(3)Li . THF]
(1), containing the first example of a Lore oxidation state group 14
tris(pyridyl) ligand. The solid-state structure of 1 is that of a cage
resulting from the symmetrical complexation of the Li+ cation by all
the pyridyl-N centers of the [Pb(2-Py)(3)](-) anion.