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-80” A table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-80” A table lamp

Sale Date: January 3, 2024

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“PH-3,5/2” Table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3,5/2” Table lamp

Sale Date: January 3, 2024

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“PH-2/1” A pair of pendants

Poul Henningsen

“PH-2/1” A pair of pendants

Sale Date: January 3, 2024

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“Artichoke” Pendant

Poul Henningsen

“Artichoke” Pendant

Sale Date: January 3, 2024

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“PH1/1” Nickel plated wall lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH1/1” Nickel plated wall lamp

Sale Date: January 3, 2024

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“Contrast” A pendant

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“Contrast” A pendant

Sale Date: January 3, 2024

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“Stem Fitting” Brown patinated metal chandelier

Poul Henningsen

“Stem Fitting” Brown patinated metal chandelier

Sale Date: January 3, 2024

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“Cascade” 15-branched brass chandelier

Poul Henningsen

“Cascade” 15-branched brass chandelier

Sale Date: January 3, 2024

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“Snow ball” Pendant

Poul Henningsen

“Snow ball” Pendant

Sale Date: January 3, 2024

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PH 6/5 pendant lamp, 1924

Poul Henningsen

PH 6/5 pendant lamp, 1924

Sale Date: December 13, 2023

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“PH-3/2” A pair of pendants

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3/2” A pair of pendants

Sale Date: December 13, 2023

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“PH-3/2” Table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3/2” Table lamp

Sale Date: December 13, 2023

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A mahogany pianette, 1935

Poul Henningsen

A mahogany pianette, 1935

Sale Date: December 13, 2023

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Black-lacquered wood and chromed metal pianette

Poul Henningsen

Black-lacquered wood and chromed metal pianette

Sale Date: December 13, 2023

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“PH-3/2” Table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3/2” Table lamp

Sale Date: December 13, 2023

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“Stem fitting” Rare oval chandelier

Poul Henningsen

“Stem fitting” Rare oval chandelier

Sale Date: December 13, 2023

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“PH-3,5/3” Pendant

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“PH-3,5/3” Pendant

Sale Date: December 13, 2023

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“Langelinie”/“PH-Plate” Pendant

Poul Henningsen

“Langelinie”/“PH-Plate” Pendant

Sale Date: December 13, 2023

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“PH-3,5/3” Pendant

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3,5/3” Pendant

Sale Date: December 13, 2023

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PH4/4: ceiling lamp

Poul Henningsen

PH4/4: ceiling lamp

Sale Date: December 9, 2023

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PH2/1: ceiling lamp

Poul Henningsen

PH2/1: ceiling lamp

Sale Date: December 9, 2023

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Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Chandelier, 1960

Poul Henningsen

Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Chandelier, 1960

Sale Date: December 7, 2023

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Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Celing Light, 1957

Poul Henningsen

Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Celing Light, 1957

Sale Date: December 7, 2023

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Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen PH 3/2 Lamps

Poul Henningsen

Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen PH 3/2 Lamps

Sale Date: December 7, 2023

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