In 1925 - 1926, Poul Henningsen crafted the ingenious three - shade lighting system. The initial lights using this system were created for a Paris exhibition. His long - standing collaboration with Louis Poulsen lasted until his passing in 1967. Throughout his career, Henningsen was dedicated to developing glare - free lighting. He aimed to direct light precisely where it was most needed, and when using incandescent bulbs, he could create soft shadows. The PH 2/1 Pendant is part of the three - shade family, with 19 versions available today. Over the years, about a thousand models have been made, including table, floor, and wall lamps, and chandeliers that were very popular in the 1930s for lighting high - ceilinged private homes. Henningsen was a pioneer in taking a scientific approach to light, using the logarithmic spiral as a base. Thanks to the design based on this spiral, light is evenly distributed across the entire shade curve. The combination of this even light distribution and diffuse reflection through the glass effectively controls glare and shadows. Each shade reduces light equally based on its distance from the source. The PH light model numbers indicate the shade size, with each top shade having corresponding middle and lower shades. In the pure models like the 2/2, the top shade is about 20 cm. The PH 2/1 Pendant has an approximately 20 - cm top shade but uses lower shades from the 1/1 model, introduced to allow the pendants to hang at lower heights. The fixture is designed with a reflective three - shade system that directs most of the light downwards. The shades are made of hand - blown, opal, three - layer glass. The top is glossy, and the underside is sandblasted matte, resulting in a soft and uniform light spread. Features: It's part of the PH Collection, designed by Poul Henningsen in 1925/1926. It's suitable for indoor use, with a high - luster plated finish and white opal glass. It has a 3 - conductor, 18 AWG black PVC power cord, making it great for repetitive installations. It has a timeless design and belongs to a family of chandeliers and wall lamps. It's UL Listed and dry - rated for indoor use, available in Black Metalized, Chrome, or Brass finishes. Size: 7.9' Dia x 5.5' H with a 144' cord length. Materials: Shades are hand - blown white opal glass, sandblasted on the undersides for uniform light. The suspension is high - luster chrome - plated, spun aluminum. Returns: This item is covered by our 30 - day return policy.
Using your Louis Poulsen PH 2/1 Pendant is simple. First, find a suitable indoor spot with a high ceiling where you want the soft, uniform light. Hang it using the provided high - luster chrome - plated, spun aluminum suspension and the 3 - conductor, 18 AWG black PVC power cord. Make sure to connect it to a proper power source. As for maintenance, since the shades are made of hand - blown white opal glass, clean them gently with a soft, dry cloth to avoid scratches. If there are stubborn stains, you can use a mild glass cleaner, but be careful not to get the electrical parts wet. Also, always check the cord for any signs of wear and tear regularly. When it comes to replacing bulbs, use incandescent bulbs as they work best with the design to create that glare - free and shadow - softening effect. Remember, this pendant is for indoor use only, so don't expose it to moisture or outdoor elements. If you're not satisfied, you can return it within 30 days according to our return policy.
