Poul Henningsen designed the three-shade system during 1925/1926. The first lights using the system were designed for an exhibition in Paris. His work with Louis Poulsen continued until his death in 1967. Throughout his life, PH sought to create glare-free lighting; aiming to direct light where it was most needed, and creating soft shadows while using incandescent bulbs as a light source. The PH 4/3 Metal Pendant was launched in 1966. Its design follows the general three-shade system based on the logarithmic spiral, with the center of the light source positioned at the axis of the spiral. This light is a simplification of the light PH designed in 1929, winning him the highest distinction at the world exhibition in Barcelona at that time. Metal pendants were produced in a number of formats and colors, and the underside of the shade was painted white to provide diffuse light. To achieve warmer lighting, metal pendants were also produced with a gold-coated underside. Metal pendants have been produced in a number of sizes and colors over the years.
Dimensions
| Dimensions | 15.7'' W x 7.2'' H |
| Weight | 3.1 lbs. |
| Chain | 144" |
Product details
| Finish | White |
| Material | Shades: Spun aluminum. |
| Collection | PH 4/3 |
Electrical
| Bulbs | 1 x 15W A-19 E26 Medium Base |
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Description
Poul Henningsen designed the three-shade system during 1925/1926. The first lights using the system were designed for an exhibition in Paris. His work with Louis Poulsen continued until his death in 1967. Throughout his life, PH sought to create glare-free lighting; aiming to direct light where it was most needed, and creating soft shadows while using incandescent bulbs as a light source. The PH 4/3 Metal Pendant was launched in 1966. Its design follows the general three-shade system based on the logarithmic spiral, with the center of the light source positioned at the axis of the spiral. This light is a simplification of the light PH designed in 1929, winning him the highest distinction at the world exhibition in Barcelona at that time. Metal pendants were produced in a number of formats and colors, and the underside of the shade was painted white to provide diffuse light. To achieve warmer lighting, metal pendants were also produced with a gold-coated underside. Metal pendants have been produced in a number of sizes and colors over the years.
Specifications
Dimensions
| Dimensions | 15.7'' W x 7.2'' H |
| Weight | 3.1 lbs. |
| Chain | 144" |
Product details
| Finish | White |
| Material | Shades: Spun aluminum. |
| Collection | PH 4/3 |
Electrical
| Bulbs | 1 x 15W A-19 E26 Medium Base |
110% Price match guarantee
You know you are getting the best Canadian Landed Price at Montreal Lighting & Hardware. If you find the same product advertised for less by one of our Canadian competitors within 30 days of your purchase, we will gladly match the lower price + 10% of the difference. Click here for more information.
Louis Poulsen
Copenhagen, Denmark
At the core of the brand’s philosophy is a focus on glare-free, layered illumination, developed through a scientific understanding of how light interacts with surfaces and space. This is exemplified in the iconic PH series, where carefully positioned shades direct and diffuse light to create a soft, comfortable glow. Rather than relying on excess or ornamentation, each design is driven by function, proportion, and the relationship between light and environment. With a legacy that spans nearly a century, Louis Poulsen continues to evolve through contemporary collaborations while maintaining its foundational principles.
