VL Ring Crown Floor Lamp
Made by Louis Poulsen
Designed by Vilhelm Lauritzen
Vilhelm Lauritzen designed the VL Ring Crown in the 1940s for Copenhagen's Danish Broadcasting House, one of the defining commissions of Nordic modernism. The lamp was conceived as architecture and interior in one gesture, and its presence has never read as incidental.
Three mouth-blown, triple-layered opal glass shades distribute light with a softness that is entirely free of glare. The shades are arranged in a crown-like ring, a form that carries quiet ceremony without ornament. Below them, a slender frame in untreated satin polished brass will, over years of use, develop its own patina, a record of the atmosphere it has inhabited.
- Designed by Vilhelm Lauritzen, originally for the Danish Broadcasting House, Copenhagen
- Mouth-blown, triple-layered opal glass shades
- Frame in untreated satin polished brass
- Glare-free, diffused illumination
- Produced by Louis Poulsen
The VL Ring Crown belongs to a lineage of Scandinavian lighting defined by restraint and precision, where the quality of light matters as much as the form that holds it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed the VL Ring Crown Floor Lamp?
The VL Ring Crown was designed by Danish architect Vilhelm Lauritzen in the 1940s. It was originally created for the Danish Broadcasting House in Copenhagen, a landmark building Lauritzen himself designed, where the lamp served as an integral part of the interior architecture.
What type of glass is used in the VL Ring Crown shades?
The shades are mouth-blown and constructed with triple layers of opal glass. This construction diffuses light evenly and eliminates glare, producing a warm, soft illumination characteristic of mid-century Danish lighting design.
Will the brass on the VL Ring Crown change over time?
Yes. The frame is made from untreated satin polished brass, which means it is not lacquered or sealed. With exposure to air and handling, it will gradually develop a natural patina that deepens and individualizes the finish over time.
How does the VL Ring Crown Floor Lamp fit into a contemporary interior?
Its proportions and restrained geometry translate well across a range of interiors, from strictly modernist spaces to rooms with warmer, more eclectic sensibilities. Architects and designers often specify it where a sculptural floor lamp is needed without visual noise.
Is the VL Ring Crown still produced by Louis Poulsen?
Yes. Louis Poulsen continues to produce the VL Ring Crown as part of its archive collection of historically significant Danish designs. Production adheres closely to Lauritzen's original specifications, including the mouth-blown glass process.
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