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Brass Multi-Lite Pendant by Louis Weisdorf for Lyfa, Denmark 1972

Creator: Louis Weisdorf - Lyfa
Offered by: H. Gallery

Description
This Multi-Lite pendant was designed by Danish architect and designer Louis Weisdorf in 1972, and manufactured by the Danish lighting company Lyfa. It is one of the most recognisable Danish lighting designs.

The pendant features a sculptural, multi-layered brass design. As its name suggests, the pendant can be used in multiple ways. The creative geometric shapes allow it to be customisable by individually rotating the shades. The Multi-Lite can be transformed into diverse combinations where the light can be directed both upwards and downwards, or in an asymmetrical way. This can be done thanks to the core, a two-cylinder form that can work as a shade on its own, with the addition of a large metal ring anchoring two, quarter-spherical shells.

This model was created in 1972, in the midst of the economic recession, and was therefore one of the few designs of Weisdorf’s that were taken into production in that era. The original manufacturer was Lyfa, the design company Weisdorf worked closely with during the 1960s and 1970s.

A second Multi-Lite is available at our Gallery in a slightly different, champagne-like colour. (As seen in the last picture)

Condition:
In good vintage condition.

Dimensions:
13.78 in Ø x 15.75 in H
35 cm Ø x 40 cm H

About the designer:
Louis Weisdorf was born in 1932 in Denmark. Following his graduation from the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen in 1954, he worked as an architect and designer in a variety of fields, or as he described it, his career "specialises in versatility". This sentiment and his background in architecture is clearly reflected in his designs.

During most of the 1960s, Weisdorf worked at Tivoli, the amusement park located in Copenhagen. He was the main assistant to the park’s chief architect, Simon P. Henningsen. At the end of the decade, he set up his own design studio in the Danish capital, where he designed for Danish and international clients. Weisdorf worked closely with several other designers, including Verner Panton, Poul Henningsen, Le Klint, and Acton Bjørn.

He became most well-known for his ingenious Multi-Lite collection of lamps, which incorporates adjustable, cylindrical sheets of metal in two layers. The collection was produced by Danish manufacturer Lyfa during the 1960s and 1970s, and was later taken on by Gubi. ~H.

Shipping:
This lamp will be packed and shipped with the greatest care to make sure you will receive the item in gallery condition. Complimentary shipping within the Netherlands.

IMPORTANT!
VAT normally applies and will be added to items when purchased by a European buyer or transported to a location within the EU.

More Information

Documentation:	Ample Provenance
Origin:	Denmark
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Brass
Condition:	Good. In good vintage condition.
Creation Date:	1972
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century, Scandinavian Modern
Dealer Reference #:	20180105
Incollect Reference #:	420944

Dimensions

H.	15.75 in;	Diam.	13.78 in;
H.	40 cm;	Diam.	35 cm;

Message from Seller:

Located in Utrecht, The Netherlands, H. Gallery specializes in modern and contemporary design with a strong focus on Brazil and Scandinavia. The gallery strives to preserve and promote especially Brazil's rich design heritage and curates a select group of contemporary artists. Meticulous research, ie getting in contact with the original designers, producers, their heirs, and retrieving and indexing old catalogues and magazines is at the heart of its activities. All works presented excel in great