PH 3½-2½ Table Lamp
Louis Poulsen
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The PH 3/2 Glass Table Lamp by Louis Poulsen is one of Poul Henningsen’s most celebrated interpretations of his revolutionary three-shade lighting system. Introduced in 1927, this lamp combines a larger top shade with proportionally smaller lower shades, creating what Henningsen referred to as a "hybrid" configuration. Designed to create an inviting island of light, this lamp remains a benchmark for glare-free illumination, offering exceptional visual comfort while serving as a timeless statement piece. Built upon Henningsen’s scientific approach to light, the lamp utilizes a reflective three-shade system that directs most of the light downward while simultaneously creating a soft ambient glow. Whether placed on a desk, console, nightstand, or windowsill, this lamp delivers warm, balanced illumination that enhances both residential and commercial interiors.
| Manufacturer | Louis Poulsen |
| Designer | Poul Henningsen |
| Environment | Indoor |
| Width | 11.2"–11.4" / 28.4–29cm |
| Depth | 11.2"–11.4" / 28.4–29cm |
| Height | 17.9"–18.6" / 45.5–47.2cm |
| Weight | 6.6–12.3 lbs / 3–5.6kg depending on finish. |
| Light Source | 1 × G16.5 bulb with candelabra base, 10W max. |
| Cord Length | 9–10 ft. fabric-covered cord depending on finish. |
| Switch | Integrated on/off through-switch. |
| Certifications | cULus, Dry Location. |
| Available Finishes | White Opal, White Opal + Black, Black, Pale Rose + Brass, and White Opal + Aged Brass. |
| White Opal Variants | Hand-blown three-layer opal glass shades with glossy exterior and white sandblasted interior for soft, diffuse illumination. |
| Pale Rose Variant | Hand-blown four-layer pale rose glass shades with white sandblasted underside, producing a warm and poetic glow. |
| Black Variant | Soft-touch black metallized aluminum shades with white painted interiors for focused downward illumination. |
| Metal Finishes | Available in brass metallized, black metallized, high-lustre chrome plated, brushed brass, or lacquered aged brass depending on finish selection. |
| Body & Base | Brass construction with metallized, chrome-plated, brushed brass, or aged brass finish depending on variant. |
| Diffuser | Glass diffuser softens illumination and promotes even light distribution. |
| Aged Brass Finish | Lacquered aged brass with fine hairline detailing designed to preserve its appearance over time. |
| Brushed Brass Finish | Untreated brushed brass that will naturally develop a rich patina through age and use. |
| Lighting Principle | Poul Henningsen's reflective three-shade system directs most light downward while eliminating glare and creating soft ambient illumination. |
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