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” O-4,5 green/white lacquered..., 1931–1939

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4,5” O-4,5 green/white lacquered..., 1931–1939

Sale Date: March 21, 2023

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“PH-3.5/2” Browned brass table lamp, 1930

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3.5/2” Browned brass table lamp, 1930

Sale Date: March 21, 2023

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“PH 3½-3 Jubilee pendant” Pendant , 1929

Poul Henningsen

“PH 3½-3 Jubilee pendant” Pendant , 1929

Sale Date: March 21, 2023

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“PH-2/2” Nickel plated brass wall lamp..., 1931–1939

Poul Henningsen

“PH-2/2” Nickel plated brass wall lamp..., 1931–1939

Sale Date: March 21, 2023

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“PH-4/4” Browned brass bayonet socket..., 1931–1939

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4/4” Browned brass bayonet socket..., 1931–1939

Sale Date: March 21, 2023

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“PH-4/3” Patinated brass bayonet socket , 1931–1939

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4/3” Patinated brass bayonet socket , 1931–1939

Sale Date: March 21, 2023

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POUL HENNINGSEN, PH HAT SCONCES, PAIR

Poul Henningsen

POUL HENNINGSEN, PH HAT SCONCES, PAIR

Sale Date: March 16, 2023

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POUL HENNINGSEN, PH 50 ILLUMINATED MIRROR

Poul Henningsen

POUL HENNINGSEN, PH 50 ILLUMINATED MIRROR

Sale Date: March 16, 2023

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Two Wall Lamps, Model No. PH 4/3, circa 1930, 1930

Poul Henningsen

Two Wall Lamps, Model No. PH 4/3, circa 1930, 1930

Sale Date: March 15, 2023

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Two Wall Lamps, Model No. PH 4/3, circa 1930, 1930

Poul Henningsen

Two Wall Lamps, Model No. PH 4/3, circa 1930, 1930

Sale Date: March 15, 2023

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Set of Two 'PH' Table Lamps, circa..., 1926–1927

Poul Henningsen

Set of Two 'PH' Table Lamps, circa..., 1926–1927

Sale Date: March 15, 2023

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Two Wall Lamps, Model No. PH 4/3, circa 1930, 1930

Poul Henningsen

Two Wall Lamps, Model No. PH 4/3, circa 1930, 1930

Sale Date: March 15, 2023

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Two Wall Lamps, Model No. PH 4/3, circa 1930, 1930

Poul Henningsen

Two Wall Lamps, Model No. PH 4/3, circa 1930, 1930

Sale Date: March 15, 2023

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“PH-3½/2½” Floor lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3½/2½” Floor lamp

Sale Date: March 14, 2023

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“Artichoke” A pendant , 1958

Poul Henningsen

“Artichoke” A pendant , 1958

Sale Date: March 14, 2023

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“Artischoke” Pendant

Poul Henningsen

“Artischoke” Pendant

Sale Date: March 14, 2023

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“PH 4½/4” A pendant

Poul Henningsen

“PH 4½/4” A pendant

Sale Date: March 14, 2023

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“Charlottenborg” A pendant , 1979

Poul Henningsen

“Charlottenborg” A pendant , 1979

Sale Date: March 14, 2023

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“PH-4.5/3” Outdoor wall lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4.5/3” Outdoor wall lamp

Sale Date: March 14, 2023

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“PH 3/2 Treph” A jubilee patinated brass table...

Poul Henningsen

“PH 3/2 Treph” A jubilee patinated brass table...

Sale Date: March 14, 2023

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“PH-5” Table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-5” Table lamp

Sale Date: March 14, 2023

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“PH 3½-3” Pendant

Poul Henningsen

“PH 3½-3” Pendant

Sale Date: March 14, 2023

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“PH-3.5/2” Table lamp , 1940

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3.5/2” Table lamp , 1940

Sale Date: March 14, 2023

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'PH5' pendant light, 1960–1970

Poul Henningsen

'PH5' pendant light, 1960–1970

Sale Date: March 22, 2023

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