The PH 2/1 Stem Fitting pendant light by Louis Poulsen is designed based on the principle of a reflective three-shade system, which directs the majority of the light downwards. The shades are made of mouth-blown opal three-layer glass, which is glossy on the top and sandblasted matt on the underside, giving a soft and diffused light distribution.
Poul Henningsen designed the three-shade system back in 1925-1926. The first lights using the system were designed by PH in cooperation with Louis Poulsen for an exhibition in Paris. Throughout his life, PH sought to create glare-free light, direct light where it was most needed, and create soft shadows, using incandescent bulbs as a light source. PH 2/1 Stem Fitting consists of three lights with an approximately 20 cm top shade, but uses lower shades from the 1/1 model. These ‘hybrid’ models were introduced due to the desire to hang pendants at lower heights. PH 2/1 Stem Fitting in its current form was introduced in 2003.
Light Source: 3 x Max. 20W E14 bulbs (not included)
Dimmable: Yes (with dimmable bulbs)
Materials: Glass + Chrome Plated Brass