DIVAN 2 is a truly captivating pendant designed by Simon P. Henningsen in 1962, now updated in solid brass. The carefully positioned trapezoids provide soft and comfortable downlight while enacting a fascinating light display into the room. A sculptural piece of art, still hand-assembled to perfection.
You can see the original polished stainless steel version with multicoloured trapezoids by following the link: Divan 2 Original
The new version of DIVAN 2 in brass shimmers and glows without being flashy. Thanks to the carefully positioned trapezoids, the pendant provides a comfortable glare-free light while cascading indirect light into the room by way of the brass surfaces.
From a young age, Simon P. Henningsen learned about the impact of different kinds of light and the qualities of lighting from his father, the legendary Danish architect and lighting designer, Poul Henningsen. The two worked together on various design tasks for the Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen and in 1948, Simon succeeded his father and became chief architect in the amusement park.
In 1962, Simon P. Henningsen unveiled a new pendant designed for the famous Divan 2 restaurant – a highly unique and spectacular pendant that was later bestowed with several Danish and international awards. In the following years, Simon P. Henningsen expanded his collaboration with LYFA and continued to explore theatrical light and the effects of colours as seen with the Kassablanka and Nippon pendants.
Today, Simon P. Henningsen’s work is characterised by a distinctive whimsical and geometric aesthetic and his use of reflections and shimmering surfaces. His unique designs are collector’s items and still admired across the world.
In 1962, Simon P. Henningsen unveiled a new pendant, purposely designed for the Tivoli’s famous restaurant, DIVAN 2. The function rooms offered spectacular views over the garden lake, and at night, the pendant’s mirrored surfaces would catch the light from the colorful exterior lighting and the lake.
When it was time for the famous fireworks, the lights inside the restaurant would dim, and the lamps ascended towards the ceiling to allow guests an unobscured view of the show.
The success of the DIVAN 2 went well beyond Copenhagen’s beloved amusement park as LYFA started offering the lamp for the general public. DIVAN 2 was bestowed with several Danish and international design awards. In 1963, it was even exhibited at the Louvre in Paris.
DIVAN 2 is a masterpiece of lighting design that’s a joy to behold even when switched off. The manufacturing of each pendant involves a meticulous multi-step process, in which each trapezoid is polished by hand.
The product family consists of pendants in four different sizes. Each size is available in either solid brass or a polished stainless steel version with multicoloured trapezoids (red, blue, purple, beige, and teal).
Pendant
Solid brass
Outside: Brass
Inside: Matt white
Canopy: White
H 52,2 x W 40 x D 40 cm
9,04 kg
Socket: E27
Max wattage: 60 Watt
Energy class: The luminaire is compatible with bulbs of energy classes A++ – D
Recommended light source: Philips LED 10.5W - 1521 lumen
Indoor
CE, Recyclable product, WEEE, Class I
3m white textile cord, steel wire
Turn off the lamp before cleaning it. Dust off with a dry soft cloth. Greasy spots can be removed with a soft cloth, wring it in lukewarm water containing a mild detergent. Never use strong or abrasive household cleaners for cleaning the lamp.
