Louis Poulsen

Doo-Wop Pendant

$1,347.25 $1,585.00

The fixture primarily provides a downward directed soft light by means of the white lacquered inner conical reflector. The outer reflector, the main shade, contributes to directing the light up- and downwards, while at the same time spreading the soft diffused light. The inside of the main shade is illuminated through an opening in the inner conical reflector.

Originally introduced in the 1950s, the pendant was developed by the Navy Buildings Department and Louis Poulsen. It was used extensively in Navy buildings, including canteens and offices, due to its unique lighting and utility. Known then as the Navy Pendant, it was discontinued from Louis Poulsen's catalog in the early 1980s. The design, reminiscent of the 1950s New Look, was reintroduced as Doo-Wop in 2012 with new colors and a brass version, followed by copper and stainless steel editions in 2017. The production methods remain unchanged, with shades still spun by hand and finished with a fine rolled edge. The brass version, spun from a solid brass plate, is particularly challenging to craft and features a polished appearance.

Height: 9.7"
Diameter: 11.1"
Cable Length: 144"

Materials:
Shade: Spun Aluminum or Spun Brass or Copper
Suspension: Spun Aluminum
Struts: Stainless Steel

1 x 15W LED A-19 Medium
Cord type: 3-conductor, 18 AWG white PVC power cord
Damp location
cULus Listed

Designer

The Louis Poulsen design team developed the Toldbod family based on the light distribution of the PH Ellipse reflector: the last street light concept by Poul Henningsen. The first introduction was the Toldbod 290 outdoor family in 1982.

Brand

Established in 1874 as a lighting manufacturer, Louis Poulsen has become one of the world's leading producers of lighting. This success is attributed to collaborations with renowned designers and architects like Arne Jacobsen, Øivind Slaatto, Poul Henningsen, and Verner Panton.

Designer
Louis Poulsen