Poul Henningsen, Artichoke lamp

Louis Poulsen
Denmark, 1957
copper, enameled copper, aluminum, enameled aluminum
22½ h × 29 dia in (57 × 74 cm)

Condition: Lamp is wired for American usage and functions properly when tested. Suspension cable, mounts, and brackets have not been retained. This fixture consists only of the pendant and the socket housing. A custom suspension system will have to be designed and fabricated, or another option would be contacting Louis Poulsen to purchase an updated suspension system used on this form’s newer production if possible. Copper panels have scattered oxidation with a dark rich patina obtained over time. Interior sides of the lower panels have some loss of enameling. The enameled aluminum element on the top along with the polished aluminum uprights have scattered corrosion. The mirrored aluminum housing for the socket has abrasions, scuffs, and scratches throughout. The enameled section of that piece has yellowed over time with scattered discoloration along with it being slightly misshapen.