The PH4/3 pendant was launched in 1966. It is designed according to the same principle as the other 3-screen system. Poul Henningsen designed the 3-screen system already in 1925-1926, when PH in collaboration with Louis Poulsen designed the first lamps for an exhibition in Paris. Throughout his life, PH sought to create glare-free light, direct the light where it was needed and create soft shadows. This lamp is a simplified model of a lamp that PH designed in 1929. The lamp then won the highest distinction at the World Exhibition in Barcelona. Over the years, the metal pendants have been produced in many different sizes and colours. The PH 4/3 series were the last lamps, designed by Poul Henningsen before his death in 1967. Dimension: diameter 40 centimeter, High 20 centimeter, weight 1 kilo. Description of the lamp: no dents and few scratches / paint rejection. See pictures. the lamp has a manufacturer's sticker. "It is my hope that the PH lamp will bring others the same joy as me when I see it reflected in my coffee cup". ( Poul Henningsen) The lamp is shipped without a bulb. Packed securely and shipped with track & trace. The story behind the product: The story of Poul Henningsen Poul Henningsen, (1894-1967) often abbreviated as PH, was a Danish author, architect, and designer known for his iconic lighting designs. He revolutionized lighting with his innovative use of layered shades to distribute light evenly and reduce glare, creating a softer, more comfortable illumination. His designs, such as the PH Artichoke and the PH5 , and the PH4 pendant lamp, remain highly regarded and influential in the world of lighting design. Additionally, Henningsen was a prominent cultural figure in Denmark, known for his wit, social commentary, and contributions to literature and journalism.