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 -2/2” Pendant

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“PH -2/2” Pendant

Sale Date: August 1, 2023

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“The Question Mark” PH 2/2 Table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“The Question Mark” PH 2/2 Table lamp

Sale Date: August 1, 2023

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“PH 2/2” Wall lamp

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“PH 2/2” Wall lamp

Sale Date: August 1, 2023

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“Cascade” Chromium-plated chandelier

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“Cascade” Chromium-plated chandelier

Sale Date: January 24, 2023

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“Cascade” Chromium-plated chandelier

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“Cascade” Chromium-plated chandelier

Sale Date: January 24, 2023

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“Artichoke” Pendant, 1958

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“Artichoke” Pendant, 1958

Sale Date: January 17, 2023

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“The Water Pump” PH 3/2 Floor

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“The Water Pump” PH 3/2 Floor

Sale Date: January 17, 2023

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“PH 3½-2½” Floor lamp

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“PH 3½-2½” Floor lamp

Sale Date: January 17, 2023

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“Contrast” Pendant , 1958–1962

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“Contrast” Pendant , 1958–1962

Sale Date: January 17, 2023

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“PH Louvre” Pendant

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“PH Louvre” Pendant

Sale Date: January 17, 2023

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“PH-3½/2½” Floor lamp

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“PH-3½/2½” Floor lamp

Sale Date: January 10, 2023

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“PH-Septima 4” A clear and partially frosted , 1931

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“PH-Septima 4” A clear and partially frosted , 1931

Sale Date: January 10, 2023

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“Artichoke” Pendant

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“Artichoke” Pendant

Sale Date: January 10, 2023

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“PH 3/2 Academy” Three branched chandelier

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“PH 3/2 Academy” Three branched chandelier

Sale Date: January 10, 2023

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“The Water Pump” PH 3/2 Floor lamp

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“The Water Pump” PH 3/2 Floor lamp

Sale Date: January 10, 2023

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An elm wood pianette, 1935

Poul Henningsen

An elm wood pianette, 1935

Sale Date: January 10, 2023

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“PH 2/1” Table lamp

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“PH 2/1” Table lamp

Sale Date: January 10, 2023

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“PH-Septima 4” Pendant, 1930–1939

Poul Henningsen

“PH-Septima 4” Pendant, 1930–1939

Sale Date: January 10, 2023

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“PH-Septima 4” B-shade in clear and..., 1931

Poul Henningsen

“PH-Septima 4” B-shade in clear and..., 1931

Sale Date: January 10, 2023

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“Emperor” Chandelier

Poul Henningsen

“Emperor” Chandelier

Sale Date: January 10, 2023

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“The Question Mark” PH 2/2 Table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“The Question Mark” PH 2/2 Table lamp

Sale Date: January 10, 2023

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“PH 2/2” Wall lamp , 1930–1939

Poul Henningsen

“PH 2/2” Wall lamp , 1930–1939

Sale Date: January 10, 2023

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“PH-3/2” A brass table lamp

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“PH-3/2” A brass table lamp

Sale Date: January 10, 2023

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Patinated brass O-4 topshade, 1930–1939

Poul Henningsen

Patinated brass O-4 topshade, 1930–1939

Sale Date: January 10, 2023

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