Charlottenborg Pendant – Model PH 5-4½ – Poul Henningsen – Louis Poulsen – 1980s
Charlottenborg pendant, model PH 5-4½, designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen in the 1980s. The lamp is based on the 4-shade system introduced in 1931 with the purpose of increasing light output and creating more efficient illumination in the room. The construction directs a greater amount of light horizontally, providing better lighting of walls and surroundings compared to traditional 3-shade lamps.
— Origin: Denmark
— Designer: Poul Henningsen
— Producer: Louis Poulsen
— Model: PH 5-4½ “Charlottenborg”
— Period: 1980s
— Material: Metal
— Type: Pendant
— Dimensions: H: 35 cm, Dia: 47 cm
— Condition: Presents in good condition with light signs of use