A truly groundbreaking design, the PH 5 was first developed in 1958, defined by its pioneering three-shade system. Designed to provide a flattering, glare-free light as close to natural light as possible, the pendant creates an inviting, warming ambience. Adding new dynamism to one of the most recognised forms in lighting design, the PH 5 is now available in a collection of monochrome finishes. A design that continues to elevate the most modern interiors today, the PH 5 brings a touch of elegance and contrast to any home.
Also available, the PH 5 Mini Monochrome Pendant Light.
Poul Henningsen is an integral figure in lighting design and architecture, whose revolutionary views on the utilisation of light in the home led to a number of ground-breaking designs.
Collaborating with Louis Poulsen in 1924/25, Henningsen produced the first version of the seminal PH multi-shade lamp, a classic piece of modern lighting design, featuring separate elements which are shaped and assembled in such a way that the bulb is covered and light is directed downward, creating a soft, diffused effect.
Henningsen was aware of the importance of light in urban life, but sought a way to subdue the harshness of electric light while harnessing its mood-altering properties, believing that the aesthetic of an interior is highly dependent on how light is used.
