Poul Henningsen

(Danish, 1894–1967)

Poul Henningsen was a Danish architect, designer, and writer known for producing many styles of lamps including the PH Artichoke Lamp (1958). Henningsen believed that glare from an electric light was detrimental to human well-being, so his lamps directed light downward to create a diffuse effect. “The technician should never forget that he is an artist, the artist never that he is a technician,” he once said. Born on September 9, 1894 in Copenhagen, Denmark, he was son of the activist Agnes Henningsen. He grew up in a progressive household and went on to study architecture in both Frederiksberg and Copenhagen. After graduating, Henningsen freelanced as an architect and journalist, and developed a reputation as an outspoken critic of conservative politics. In 1925, he created the first of his multi-shade lamps which were manufactured by Louise Poulsen. Henningsen went on to serve as the editor for the left-wing newspaper Kritisk Revy. During World War II, he was forced to flee to Sweden, where he continued to write and design. After the war, Henningsen became revered by the younger generation of progressive Danes. The designer died on January 31, 1967 in Hillerød, Denmark. Today, his works are held in the collections of The Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and the Designmuseum Danmark in Copenhagen, among others.

Poul Henningsen Artworks

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PH Louvre”

Poul Henningsen

Sale Date: June 8, 2021

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“Artichoke”

Poul Henningsen

“Artichoke”

Sale Date: June 1, 2021

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“Charlottenborg”

Poul Henningsen

“Charlottenborg”

Sale Date: June 1, 2021

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“PH-3/2,5”

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3/2,5”

Sale Date: June 1, 2021

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“Artichoke”

Poul Henningsen

“Artichoke”

Sale Date: June 1, 2021

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“PH-2/2”

Poul Henningsen

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“PH-2/2”

Poul Henningsen

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“PH 3/2”

Poul Henningsen

Sale Date: June 1, 2021

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Unique canopy bed with white lacquered frame and

Poul Henningsen

Unique canopy bed with white lacquered frame and

Sale Date: June 10, 2021

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PH-3,5/2,5

Poul Henningsen

Sale Date: June 10, 2021

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PH-4/4

Poul Henningsen

Sale Date: June 10, 2021

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The Snake chair

Poul Henningsen

The Snake chair

Sale Date: June 10, 2021

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PH-2/1, 1935

Poul Henningsen

Sale Date: June 10, 2021

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PH-1/1 - Cascade, 1933

Poul Henningsen

PH-1/1 - Cascade, 1933

Sale Date: June 10, 2021

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PH-2/2 Basket

Poul Henningsen

PH-2/2 Basket

Sale Date: June 10, 2021

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PH-4/3

Poul Henningsen

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Academy

Poul Henningsen

Sale Date: June 10, 2021

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PH-2/2 Cascade

Poul Henningsen

PH-2/2 Cascade

Sale Date: June 10, 2021

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PH-5/4

Poul Henningsen

Sale Date: June 10, 2021

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A set of eight wall sconces with bakelite and...

Poul Henningsen

A set of eight wall sconces with bakelite and...

Sale Date: June 10, 2021

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PH-5/4

Poul Henningsen

Sale Date: June 10, 2021

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PH-4/3

Poul Henningsen

Sale Date: June 10, 2021

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Suspension modèle « PH Artichoke » à structure...

Poul Henningsen

Suspension modèle « PH Artichoke » à structure...

Sale Date: May 28, 2021

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Rare “Anchor” Chandelier with PH 3/2 Shades, 1928

Poul Henningsen

Rare “Anchor” Chandelier with PH 3/2 Shades, 1928

Sale Date: May 25, 2021

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