PH 80 Table Lamp

Overview

The PH 80 Table Lamp by Louis Poulsen has white opal shades on a stem. It follows the glare-free, multi-shade principles of Poul Henningsen's PH series and gives indirect light that is warm and diffuse.

Construction

• Shades: white opal
• Top, cone, socket house, stem top and base: die-cast aluminium
• Stem: extruded aluminium
• Diffuser: injection-moulded clear PC
• Finish: high lustre chrome plated stand with a black base, or a white stand with a white base

Specifications

• E14 light source, not included; 253 lm
• Cord: 8 ft, fabric-covered, switched on the cord; cULus, dry location
• Diameter 12.6 in, height 15.9 in; weight 6.0 lbs

A tribute to Poul Henningsen

Created in 1974 after the death of Poul Henningsen, the PH 80 is a homage to one of Denmark's best-known designers, famous above all for his work with lighting. It marks what would have been Henningsen's 80th birthday, and it was originally a table and floor lamp. The first PH 80 Table Lamp of 1974 was later discontinued; the design has been reintroduced to complete the PH 80 series, which includes a floor lamp, a table lamp and a portable lamp.

The PH principles

The PH 80 belongs to Henningsen's PH series and follows his principles of glare-free lighting through a multi-shade design. The fixture emits a diffused, reflected, symmetrical light, with most of the light directed downward.