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Mid-Century modern scandinavian Chandelier Centenary Limited Edition PH 1/1 by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen 6 arms

Designer : Poul Henningsen
Brand : Louis Poulsen
Ref : LP047

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Mid-Century modern scandinavian Chandelier Centenary Limited Edition PH 1/1 by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen

THE PH CHANDELIER IS BACK At the centre of the Centenary Collection is the PH 1/1 Chandelier Centenary Edition, originally known as the Bombardement Chandelier and part of the Louis Poulsen catalogue from 1933 until the mid-60s. Designed by Poul Henningsen and introduced by Louis Poulsen to accommodate the general preference for chandeliers in private homes, as electric light sources came to replace the predominant kerosene chandeliers with silk shades. The revived chandelier is a heritage design by Poul Henningsen and like the Table Lamp and Floor Lamp it is crafted in aged brass with fi ne hairlines, and featuring small PH 1/1 three-shade sets in mouth-blown dusty terracotta coloured opal glass. The PH 1/1 is the smallest number in the System PH, and with the Centenary Collection the fi rst reintroduction of this particular shade number. The PH Chandelier Centenary Edition is available in three sizes, with 3, 6, or 9 arms, and each chandelier is carefully hand-engraved with a unique production number as emphasised by a limited quantity available globally, making it a true collector’s item to be passed down through generations. “We’re excited to launch these timeless PH designs honoring the centenary of the three-shade system, each featuring fi nishes inspired by the early originals. They carry a vintage character while remaining highly relevant for contemporary interiors.” – Monique Faber, Chief Design Offi cer, Louis Poulsen

Year	1926
Dimensions	H : 344 cm. Ø : 527 cm.
Material	Mouth-blown four layered dusty terracottacoloured glass with white inner side. Glossy on the outside, sandblasted on the inside. Frame : Aged brass with lacquer.
Style	Classique Neuf
Origin	Denmark
Fournisseur	Louis Poulsen

Poul Henningsen

Denmark (1894-1967)

Danish architect Poul Henningsen, known by his initials, PH was obsessed with light. He is the legendary creator of the lighting series carrying his name. He can be said to be the worlds first lighting architect.

Poul Henningsen devoted his entire career to investigating the importance of light for our well being. He worked on the theory that the observer should not be subjected to direct glare from the electric light source. Henningsen used a series of layered shades to both spread the light and conceal the light bulb, thus creating a softer more diffused lighting. One of Denmark's major figures in 20th-century lighting design, Henningsen was also an independent architect, designer of theatre interiors and tubular steel furniture, critic, and editor of the magazine Kritisk Revy (Critical Review). Highly critical of the widespread lack of imagination in domestic lighting in Copenhagen, Henningsen came to prominence with the first of his multi-shade lamps designed in 1924, setting the pattern for his subsequent lighting work. Known as the Paris Lamp (and later as the PH lamp) it won a competition for a light fitting for the Paris Exposition des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels of 1925, where he was awarded a Gold Medal, and was put into production by the Danish lighting manufacturer Louis Poulsen.

Henningsen's design principles were based on the scientific analysis of the ways in which lampshades distribute light, glare, and reflection. The PH lampshades were composed of a series of separate, interleaved elements that gently diffused the light throughout the space in which it was situated as well as directing it downwards