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

Poul Henningsen

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

Sale Date: April 16, 2024

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

Poul Henningsen

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

Sale Date: April 16, 2024

Auction Closed

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

Poul Henningsen

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

Sale Date: April 16, 2024

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“Stem Fitting”. Brown patinated metal..., 2003

Poul Henningsen

“Stem Fitting”. Brown patinated metal..., 2003

Sale Date: April 16, 2024

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“Artichoke”. A copper pendant

Poul Henningsen

“Artichoke”. A copper pendant

Sale Date: April 16, 2024

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“Cascade”. A browned brass chandelier,..., 1930–1939

Poul Henningsen

“Cascade”. A browned brass chandelier,..., 1930–1939

Sale Date: April 16, 2024

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“PH-3,5/2”. Table lamp with patinated..., 1940–1949

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3,5/2”. Table lamp with patinated..., 1940–1949

Sale Date: April 16, 2024

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“PH-3,5/2”. Table lamp with patinated..., 1940–1949

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3,5/2”. Table lamp with patinated..., 1940–1949

Sale Date: April 16, 2024

Auction Closed

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

Poul Henningsen

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

Sale Date: April 16, 2024

Auction Closed

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

Poul Henningsen

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

Sale Date: April 16, 2024

Auction Closed

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

Poul Henningsen

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

Sale Date: April 16, 2024

Auction Closed

“Cascade”. A browned brass chandelier,..., 1930–1939

Poul Henningsen

“Cascade”. A browned brass chandelier,..., 1930–1939

Sale Date: April 16, 2024

Auction Closed

“Stem Fitting”. Brown patinated metal...

Poul Henningsen

“Stem Fitting”. Brown patinated metal...

Sale Date: April 16, 2024

Auction Closed

“Artichoke”. A copper pendant

Poul Henningsen

“Artichoke”. A copper pendant

Sale Date: April 16, 2024

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Takarmatur

Poul Henningsen

Takarmatur "PH Snowball"

Sale Date: April 16, 2024

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“Stem Fitting” Brown patinated metal chandelier

Poul Henningsen

“Stem Fitting” Brown patinated metal chandelier

Sale Date: April 10, 2024

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“PH-3/2 water pump.” Patinated floor lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3/2 water pump.” Patinated floor lamp

Sale Date: April 10, 2024

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“Contrast” A pendant , 1958–1962

Poul Henningsen

“Contrast” A pendant , 1958–1962

Sale Date: April 10, 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: April 10, 2024

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Pendant parts

Poul Henningsen

Pendant parts

Sale Date: April 10, 2024

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“PH-2/2” Pendant

Poul Henningsen

“PH-2/2” Pendant

Sale Date: April 10, 2024

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Multilayer opaline glass spare shades

Poul Henningsen

Multilayer opaline glass spare shades

Sale Date: April 10, 2024

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“PH-3/2” Yellow painted single layer opaline...

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3/2” Yellow painted single layer opaline...

Sale Date: April 10, 2024

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“Langelinie”/“PH-Plate” Pendant

Poul Henningsen

“Langelinie”/“PH-Plate” Pendant

Sale Date: April 10, 2024

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