Black metallised PH 2/1 designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
PH 2/1 designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
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Louis Poulsen

PH 2/1 Pendant

The fixture design is based on the principle of a reflective three-shade system, which directs the majority of the light downwards. The 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.

Poul Henningsen designed the three-shade system in 1925/1926 for a Paris exhibition and worked with Louis Poulsen until his death in 1967. His aim was to create glare-free lighting, directing light where needed and producing soft shadows using incandescent bulbs. The PH 2/1 Pendant is part of the three-shade family, which includes around 1,000 models, such as table, floor, wall lamps, and chandeliers. Early shades were metal with painted undersides for different light effects, later incorporating glass for added room illumination. Henningsen’s design, based on the logarithmic spiral, ensured even light distribution and controlled glare. The model numbers refer to the size of the top shade, with hybrid models like the PH 2/1 created for lower hanging heights.

Finish
Black Metallised
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Details

7.9"Ø x 5.5"H, Cable Length: 144"
Materials
Shades: Handblown white opal glass, sandblasted on the undersides
Suspension: Spun aluminum
Light Source
1 x 20W LED G16.5/IF Candelabra
Certification
cULus Listed, Dry Location

Louis Poulsen offers a 5-year warranty on lighting fixtures, and a 2-year warranty on portable fixtures, such as table and floor lamps, and on separately purchased components, such as replacement parts.
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Designer

Louis Poulsen was established in Copenhagen in 1874, and its story began with the introduction of fine wines to the Danish market. By 1892 its focus had shifted towards lighting, and in 1924 its collaboration with Poul Henningsen began, followed by Arne Jacobsen in 1960 and later Verner Panton. Its collection spans pendants and ceiling lamps, floor, table and wall lamps, and outdoor lighting.

Poul Henningsen (1894-1967) was a highly influential Danish designer, architect, writer, and cultural critic, renowned for his pioneering work in lighting design, which remains integral to Louis Poulsen’s heritage. Born in Copenhagen to writers Agnes Henningsen and Carl Ewald, Henningsen initially practiced functionalist architecture but became famous for his innovative lighting designs. During WWII, he briefly served as the head architect for Tivoli Gardens before fleeing to Sweden, where he joined a community of Danish artists.

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Brand

Louis Poulsen was established in Copenhagen in 1874, and its story began with the introduction of fine wines to the Danish market. By 1892 its focus had shifted towards lighting, and in 1924 its collaboration with Poul Henningsen began, followed by Arne Jacobsen in 1960 and later Verner Panton. Its collection spans pendants and ceiling lamps, floor, table and wall lamps, and outdoor lighting.

Designer

Designer

Poul Henningsen (1894-1967) was a highly influential Danish designer, architect, writer, and cultural critic, renowned for his pioneering work in lighting design, which remains integral to Louis Poulsen’s heritage. Born in Copenhagen to writers Agnes Henningsen and Carl Ewald, Henningsen initially practiced functionalist architecture but became famous for his innovative lighting designs. During WWII, he briefly served as the head architect for Tivoli Gardens before fleeing to Sweden, where he joined a community of Danish artists.

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