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-4,5/3” A copper outdoor wall lamp, 1966

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4,5/3” A copper outdoor wall lamp, 1966

Sale Date: October 31, 2023

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“PH-5” Table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-5” Table lamp

Sale Date: October 31, 2023

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“PH-3/2” Table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3/2” Table lamp

Sale Date: October 31, 2023

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“PH 4/4” Pendant

Poul Henningsen

“PH 4/4” Pendant

Sale Date: October 31, 2023

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“PH 2/1 kiplampe” Adjustable table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH 2/1 kiplampe” Adjustable table lamp

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“Charlottenborg” A pair of pendants

Poul Henningsen

“Charlottenborg” A pair of pendants

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“Contrast” A pendant, 1958–1962

Poul Henningsen

“Contrast” A pendant, 1958–1962

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“Contrast” A pendant , 1958–1962

Poul Henningsen

“Contrast” A pendant , 1958–1962

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“Charlottenborg” A pair of pendants

Poul Henningsen

“Charlottenborg” A pair of pendants

Sale Date: October 31, 2023

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“PH 4,5/3” A pair of patinated copper outdoor...

Poul Henningsen

“PH 4,5/3” A pair of patinated copper outdoor...

Sale Date: October 31, 2023

Auction Closed

“PH-4,5/3” A copper outdoor wall lamp, 1966

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4,5/3” A copper outdoor wall lamp, 1966

Sale Date: October 31, 2023

Auction Closed

“PH-3/2” Table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3/2” Table lamp

Sale Date: October 31, 2023

Auction Closed

“PH-3/2” Table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3/2” Table lamp

Sale Date: October 31, 2023

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“PH-5” Table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-5” Table lamp

Sale Date: October 31, 2023

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“PH 4/4” Pendant

Poul Henningsen

“PH 4/4” Pendant

Sale Date: October 31, 2023

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Poul Henningsen, a 'PH-4/4' 'Pulley..., 1926–1928

Poul Henningsen

Poul Henningsen, a 'PH-4/4' 'Pulley..., 1926–1928

Sale Date: October 29, 2023

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Poul Henningsen, a 'PH-4/4' 'Pulley pendant'...

Poul Henningsen

Poul Henningsen, a 'PH-4/4' 'Pulley pendant'...

Sale Date: October 29, 2023

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“Stem Fitting

Poul Henningsen

“Stem Fitting". Three branched chandelier with...

Sale Date: October 24, 2023

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“PH 3/2

Poul Henningsen

“PH 3/2". Pendant with patinated brass..., 1930–1939

Sale Date: October 24, 2023

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“Artichoke

Poul Henningsen

“Artichoke". Pendant with lamellaes of white...

Sale Date: October 24, 2023

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“Artichoke

Poul Henningsen

“Artichoke". Pendant with lamellaes of white...

Sale Date: October 24, 2023

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“PH-5

Poul Henningsen

“PH-5". Table lamp of brass with shades of...

Sale Date: October 24, 2023

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“Artichoke

Poul Henningsen

“Artichoke". A pendant with chromed steel..., 1958

Sale Date: October 24, 2023

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“PH 4/3

Poul Henningsen

“PH 4/3". A brass table lamp with..., 1928–1933

Sale Date: October 24, 2023

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