The Louis Poulsen PH 2/1 Table Lamp is a remarkable lighting piece. In 1925 - 1926, Poul Henningsen came up with the three - shade system, and the initial lights using this system were crafted for a Paris exhibition. His collaboration with Louis Poulsen lasted until his passing in 1967. Throughout his career, Henningsen was focused on creating glare - free lighting. He aimed to direct light precisely where it was most required and generate soft shadows, using incandescent bulbs as the light source. The PH 2/1 Pendant belongs to the three - shade family, and there are 19 versions available today. Over the years, around a thousand models have been made, including table, floor, and wall lamps, as well as chandeliers that were quite popular in the 1930s for lighting high - ceilinged private homes. Henningsen was the first to take a scientific approach to light, basing his design on the logarithmic spiral. This design results in an even distribution of light across the entire shade curve. The even light, combined with the diffuse reflection through the glass, helps control glare and shadow. Each shade reduces the light amount equally because of its distance from the light source. The PH light model numbers indicate the shade size, with each top shade having corresponding middle and lower shades. The PH 2/1 Pendant has an approximately 20 cm top shade and uses lower shades from the 1/1 model, introduced to allow the pendants to hang at lower heights. The lamp's fixture design is based on a reflective three - shade system that directs most of the light downwards. The shades are made of hand - blown, opal, three - layer glass, glossy on top and sandblasted matte on the underside, providing a soft and uniform light. Features of this lamp include being part of the PH Collection, designed by Poul Henningsen in 1925/1926, suitable for indoor use, having a high - luster plated finish and white opal glass. It comes with a 3 - conductor, 18 AWG black PVC power cord, is suitable for repetitive installations, has a timeless design, belongs to a family of chandeliers and wall lamps, is UL Listed, and is dry - rated for indoor use. It's available in Black Metalized, Chrome, or Brass finish. The overall size is 7.9' Dia x 14' H, the base is 4.7' Dia, and the cord length is 120'. The shades are made of mouth - blown white opal glass, and the top plate, base, and stem are made of brass metalized, black metalized, or high - lustre chrome - plated, machined brass. This item is covered by our 30 - day return policy.
Using your Louis Poulsen PH 2/1 Table Lamp is a breeze. Simply plug the 3 - conductor, 18 AWG black PVC power cord into a suitable indoor power outlet. You can place it on a tabletop or any flat surface in your room. Since it's designed for indoor use, don't use it outdoors. When it comes to maintenance, gently dust the lamp regularly to keep it looking its best. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive materials on the hand - blown opal glass shades as this may damage the finish. If you need to replace the incandescent bulb, make sure the lamp is turned off and has cooled down first. This will prevent any risk of burns. Remember, this lamp is UL Listed, so you can trust its safety. If you're not satisfied with your purchase, you can return it within 30 days as per our return policy.
