34 | HISTORY
The story of LE KLINT dates back to
the beginning of the 20th Century
when a hand pleated lampshade
was folded to fit a paraffin lamp both
designed by architect and master of
engineering, P.V. Jensen Klint.
A team of friends and family members
worked hard to refine this new shade and
in return received one as a gift of gratitude
for their time. 1943 was the year the Klint
family handicraft became a real business
led by Tage Klint. This allowed Tage to pioneer
a new decisive detail to the lampshades in the
shape of an elastic collar.
LE KLINT is known throughout most parts of the world for
its unique craftsmanship and over the years has been awarded
many honors including “Purveyors to the Royal Danish Court” in 2003.
We do our best to keep the lighting range continuously developed and
modernized in accordance with today’s technologies. We have always
been happy to collaborate with architects and designers, who have great
respect for our traditions and craftsmanship.
Today, we embrace the ingenuity of talented young designers who make
a design statement that is cohesive with our DNA. This is why the history
of LE KLINT is not just another story of a business but a story of drive and
determination that keeps LE KLINT current and even ahead of the con-
stant changes in trends.
HISTORY