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.

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“PH-3,5/2” Table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3,5/2” Table lamp

Sale Date: February 27, 2024

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“PH-2/2” Yellow frosted glass shade set

Poul Henningsen

“PH-2/2” Yellow frosted glass shade set

Sale Date: February 27, 2024

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“Emperor” Patinated brass chandelier

Poul Henningsen

“Emperor” Patinated brass chandelier

Sale Date: February 27, 2024

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“PH-2/2”/“Short Miniature” Browned brass table...

Poul Henningsen

“PH-2/2”/“Short Miniature” Browned brass table...

Sale Date: March 7, 2024

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“PH-1/1” “Bedside Table Lamp” A pair of small,...

Poul Henningsen

“PH-1/1” “Bedside Table Lamp” A pair of small,...

Sale Date: March 7, 2024

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“PH-4/3” Browned brass table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4/3” Browned brass table lamp

Sale Date: March 7, 2024

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“PH-3,5/2” Browned brass table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3,5/2” Browned brass table lamp

Sale Date: March 7, 2024

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“PH-4/3” Table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4/3” Table lamp

Sale Date: March 7, 2024

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“PH Four-Shade Lamp” “4/4½/4” pendant

Poul Henningsen

“PH Four-Shade Lamp” “4/4½/4” pendant

Sale Date: March 7, 2024

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“PH-Anchor” A pair of patinated brass wall lamps

Poul Henningsen

“PH-Anchor” A pair of patinated brass wall lamps

Sale Date: March 7, 2024

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“PH-4/3” A Rare early table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4/3” A Rare early table lamp

Sale Date: March 7, 2024

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“PH-Septima 4” Rare seven shade chandelier

Poul Henningsen

“PH-Septima 4” Rare seven shade chandelier

Sale Date: March 7, 2024

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“PH-3/2” Patinated brass table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3/2” Patinated brass table lamp

Sale Date: March 7, 2024

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“Question mark floor lamp” “PH-3/2” Adjustable...

Poul Henningsen

“Question mark floor lamp” “PH-3/2” Adjustable...

Sale Date: March 7, 2024

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“PH-2/2”/“Short Miniature” Browned brass table...

Poul Henningsen

“PH-2/2”/“Short Miniature” Browned brass table...

Sale Date: March 7, 2024

Auction Closed

“PH-1/1” “Bedside Table Lamp” A pair of small,...

Poul Henningsen

“PH-1/1” “Bedside Table Lamp” A pair of small,...

Sale Date: March 7, 2024

Auction Closed

“PH-4/3” Browned brass table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4/3” Browned brass table lamp

Sale Date: March 7, 2024

Auction Closed

“PH-3,5/2” Browned brass table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3,5/2” Browned brass table lamp

Sale Date: March 7, 2024

Auction Closed

“PH-Septima 4” Rare seven shade chandelier

Poul Henningsen

“PH-Septima 4” Rare seven shade chandelier

Sale Date: March 7, 2024

Auction Closed

“Question mark floor lamp” “PH-3/2” Adjustable...

Poul Henningsen

“Question mark floor lamp” “PH-3/2” Adjustable...

Sale Date: March 7, 2024

Auction Closed

“PH Four-Shade Lamp” “4/4½/4” pendant

Poul Henningsen

“PH Four-Shade Lamp” “4/4½/4” pendant

Sale Date: March 7, 2024

Auction Closed

“PH-Anchor” A pair of patinated brass wall lamps

Poul Henningsen

“PH-Anchor” A pair of patinated brass wall lamps

Sale Date: March 7, 2024

Auction Closed

“PH-3/2” Patinated brass table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3/2” Patinated brass table lamp

Sale Date: March 7, 2024

Auction Closed

“PH-4/3” A Rare early table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4/3” A Rare early table lamp

Sale Date: March 7, 2024

Auction Closed

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