Poul Henningsen
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Product • By Louis Poulsen • PH 5-4½ & PH 6½-6
PH 5-4½ & PH 6½-6
Throughout his life, PH sought to create glare-free light, direct light where it was most needed, and create soft shadows, using incandescent bulbs as a light source. The four-shade system was launched in 1931 to create a fixture which could be mounted high up and serve as an alternative to the commonly used chandeliers. The PH four-shade light was designed to increase the amount of light emitted horizontally to provide greater illumination of walls and shelves than was possible using standard three-shade lights. It was removed from the Louis Poulsen standard range in the 40s, but was redesigned in 1979 by two Danish architects – Sophus Frandsen and Ebbe Christensen – for the Charlottenborg exhibition building in Copenhagen, although in a l... More
Product • By Louis Poulsen • PH 3½-3 Glass Pendant
PH 3½-3 Glass Pendant
The PH 3½-3 Glass Pendant is one of many advanced projects undertaken by Poul Henningsen in the development of his world-famous three-shade system from 1926. Poul Henningsen devoted most of his life to taming electric light. He based his three-shade design on a logarithmic spiral to make optimum use of the light source. He was constantly doing calculations and tests. The form of the shades was determined by the way they were required to shape and reflect the light, and the lamp was designed to be glare-free. The white opal glass shades soften the overall look of the lamp and illuminate its surroundings with a perfect, harmonious and glare-free light that only the classic three-shade system is capable of emitting. The shades are mouth-blown... More
Product • By Louis Poulsen • PH 2/1 Table
PH 2/1 Table
The fixture provides soft lighting. PH 2/1 is designed on the principle of a reflecting multi-shade system, creating harmonious and glare-free lighting. The shade design is based on a logarithmic spiral, with the centre of the light source placed in the spiral’s focal point. More
Product • By Louis Poulsen • PH Snowball
PH Snowball
The fixture emits comfortable glare-free diffuse light. Matt painted undersurfaces and glossy top surfaces result in an attractive reflection of the diffused light, creating uniform light distribution around the fixture. When the light is switched on, the top portion is illuminated while the bottom part remains dark.Poul Henningsen designed his first lights back in 1925-1926 for an exhibition in Paris. His work with Louis Poulsen continued right up until his death in 1967. Throughout his life, PH sought to create glare-free light, direct light where it was most needed, and create soft shadows, using incandescent bulbs as a light source. Poul Henningsen designed Snowball in 1958, and it was exhibited together with PH 5 at the Danish Museum o... More
Product • By Louis Poulsen • PH 5 Mini
PH 5 Mini
The fixture provides 100% glare-free light. Its design is based on the principle of a reflective three-shade system, which directs majority of the light downwards. The fixture emits both downward and lateral light, thus illuminating itself.The PH 5 Mini, with a diameter of 30 cm, is a scaled down version of the iconic PH 5 (50 cm in diameter). It was designed by Poul Henningsen (PH) in 1958, who sought to create the ultimate glare-free pendant. The PH 5 is glare-free no matter how it is installed or what light source is used. PH 5 Mini is being launched in the classic white version and a modern white model. It is also available in six colour versions, where the colour is darkest at the top and gradually lightens moving down from shade to sh... More
Product • By Louis Poulsen • PH Artichoke
PH Artichoke
The fixture provides 100% glare-free light. The 72 precisely positioned leaves form 12 unique rows of six leaves each. They illuminate the fixture as well as emitting diffused light with a unique pattern. The fixture provides decorative and comfortable lighting. For the energy saving LED variant the quality of light and atmosphere surrounding the product is kept at the highest level. The PH Artichoke Black is introduced in 2020. With a perfect matt black finish, this version consolidates a bold look for an edgier interior without compromising on either design or quality of light.
PH Artichoke was designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for the Langelinie Pavillonen restaurant in Copenhagen, where it still hangs today. PH Artichok... More
Product • By Louis Poulsen • PH 3/2 Table
PH 3/2 Table
The fixture is designed based on the principle of a reflective three-shade system, which directs the majority of the light downwards. The shades are made of mouth-blown opal three-layer glass, which is glossy on top and sandblasted matt on the underside, giving a soft and diffuse light distribution.Poul Henningsen designed the three-shade system back in 1925-1926. The first lights using the system were designed by PH in cooperation with Louis Poulsen for an exhibition in Paris. This partnership continued right up until his death in 1967. Throughout his life, PH sought to create glare-free light, direct light where it was most needed, and create soft shadows, using incandescent bulbs as a light source.PH 3/2 Table is a member of the three-sh... More
Product • By Louis Poulsen • PH 5 pendant lamp with sophisticated hood system for glare-free light
PH 5 pendant lamp with sophisticated hood system for glare-free light
The PH 5 pendant lamp is a renowned lighting fixture designed by Poul Henningsen in 1958 for Louis Poulsen. It remains a popular choice for its timeless design and glare-free light distribution.
Product DescriptionSuspended shade luminaire with four shades to minimize direct view of the lamp. Designed to provide illumination for large rooms. Features an iconic design and is available in two dimensions. Can be mounted on a 4” octagonal junction box (USA only). Relamping is done by removing the bottom-center glare shield held in place with spring-loaded tabs.
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Light description- Spherical light distribution- Top trumpet-shaped shade provides vertical illumination of the room- Three lower shades primarily direct lig... More