Louis Poulsen PH 2/1 Pendant

Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen to the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never graduated as an architect, but studied at The Technical School at Frederiksberg, Denmark from 1911-14, and then at Technical College in Copenhagen from 1914-17. <br><br> He started practicing traditional functionalistic architecture, but over the years his professional interests changed to focus mainly on lighting which is what he is most famous for. He also expanded his field of occupation into areas of writing, becoming a journalist and an author. <br><br> His lifelong collaboration with Louis Poulsen Lighting began in 1925 and lasted until his death. To this day, Louis Poulsen Lighting still benefits from his genius. Poul Henningsen's pioneering work concerning the relations between light structures, shadows, glare, and color reproduction—compared to man’s need for light remains the foundation of the lighting theories still practiced by Louis Poulsen Lighting.

The beautifully crafted PH 2/1 Pendant (1926) provides a unique and soft illumination. This PH 2/1 Pedant, part of the PH Collection, is based on the principle of a reflecting multi-shade system, producing glare free illumination. The shades are drawn over a logarithmic spiral, with the center of the light source placed in the spiral's focal point. The shades are specially designed to correspond in a relationship of 3:2:1, which provides that each shade evenly decreases the amount of light.Designed by: Poul Hennignsen

• CUL listed for dry locations
• Glare-free light
• Symmetric light distribution
• Opal glass and matte underside reflect the light downwards
• Iconic design
• Fixture illuminates itself
• Suitable for repetitive installations
• Belongs to a family of chandeliers and wall lamps
• Fixture is designed based on the principle of a reflective three-shade system, which directs the majority of the light downwards
• Shades are made of hand-blown opal three-layer glass, which is glossy on top and sandblasted matte on the underside, giving a soft and uniform light distribution
• Features:White opal glass and high luster chrome plated finish
• PH collection
• Collection: PH
• Country of Origin: Denmark
• Distressed: No

• Accommodates: 1 x 40W, G16.5 120v candelabra bulb

• Cord length: 12'
• Overall dimensions: 5.5''H x 7.9'' Dia
• Assembled Weight: 3 lbs