PH 5 Pendant Lamp

In response to the constant changes in the shape and size of light bulbs, Poul Henningsen designed the PH 5 in 1958. He wanted to create a lamp that could be used with any light source. The iconic design is based on the same principles as Henningsen's system of three reflective shades, which provide soft, pleasant, and completely glare-free light, making them perfect above the dining table. Originally, the PH 5 was equipped with red and blue shades to enhance the color of the light. However, these were removed in later designs as modern light sources reproduce daylight much more effectively than was possible in 1958. The PH 5 is available in a variety of colors and is a popular and well-known pendant lamp found in many homes around the world.