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 2/1-bombardement. Five-branched chandelier...

Poul Henningsen

PH 2/1-bombardement. Five-branched chandelier...

Sale Date: June 27, 2023

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Artichoke”. A large pendant with chromed..., 1958

Poul Henningsen

Artichoke”. A large pendant with chromed..., 1958

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Stem Fitting

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Stem Fitting

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Set of three theatre chairs with black-laquered...

Poul Henningsen

Set of three theatre chairs with black-laquered...

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PH 3½-3 Jubilee pendant, 1929

Poul Henningsen

PH 3½-3 Jubilee pendant, 1929

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The Question Mark. PH 2/2 Table lamp

Poul Henningsen

The Question Mark. PH 2/2 Table lamp

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PH 2/1-bombardement. Five-branched chandelier...

Poul Henningsen

PH 2/1-bombardement. Five-branched chandelier...

Sale Date: June 27, 2023

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PH 2/1. Table lamp with brass frame

Poul Henningsen

PH 2/1. Table lamp with brass frame

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Artichoke”. A large pendant with chromed..., 1958

Poul Henningsen

Artichoke”. A large pendant with chromed..., 1958

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Contrast. A pendant with white- and..., 1958–1962

Poul Henningsen

Contrast. A pendant with white- and..., 1958–1962

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PH 3½-3 Jubilee pendant, 1929

Poul Henningsen

PH 3½-3 Jubilee pendant, 1929

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PH 2/1. Table lamp with brass frame

Poul Henningsen

PH 2/1. Table lamp with brass frame

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Patinated bronze floor lamp, 1940–1949

Poul Henningsen

Patinated bronze floor lamp, 1940–1949

Sale Date: June 27, 2023

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Poul Henningsen

"Artichoke" Suspension, 1958

Sale Date: June 28, 2023

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Poul Henningsen

"Artichoke" Suspension, 1958

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Lampada a sospensione mod. Louvre, 1960

Poul Henningsen

Lampada a sospensione mod. Louvre, 1960

Sale Date: June 20, 2023

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Lampada a sospensione mod. Louvre, 1960

Poul Henningsen

Lampada a sospensione mod. Louvre, 1960

Sale Date: June 20, 2023

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“PH-2/1” A pair of pendants

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“PH-2/1” A pair of pendants

Sale Date: June 20, 2023

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“PH-3,2/3” A pair of pendants

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“PH-3,2/3” A pair of pendants

Sale Date: June 20, 2023

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“PH-3/2 Water Pump” Patinated brass floor lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3/2 Water Pump” Patinated brass floor lamp

Sale Date: June 20, 2023

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“PH-3/2 water pump” A brushed brass floor lamp

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“PH-3/2 water pump” A brushed brass floor lamp

Sale Date: June 20, 2023

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“Langelinie”/“PH-Plate” Pendant

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“Langelinie”/“PH-Plate” Pendant

Sale Date: June 20, 2023

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“PH-1/1 - Cascade” Nine-arm patinated brass..., 1933

Poul Henningsen

“PH-1/1 - Cascade” Nine-arm patinated brass..., 1933

Sale Date: June 20, 2023

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“Stem fitting” frame of browned brass, incl....

Poul Henningsen

“Stem fitting” frame of browned brass, incl....

Sale Date: June 20, 2023

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