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” Amber coloured glass shade set, 1931–1939

Poul Henningsen

“PH-2/2” Amber coloured glass shade set, 1931–1939

Sale Date: March 7, 2023

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“Langelinie”/“PH-Plate” Pendant

Poul Henningsen

“Langelinie”/“PH-Plate” Pendant

Sale Date: March 7, 2023

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“PH-3,5” O-3,5 yellow/white copper top..., 1931–1939

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3,5” O-3,5 yellow/white copper top..., 1931–1939

Sale Date: March 7, 2023

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“PH-2/2” Browned brass wall lamp, 1931–1939

Poul Henningsen

“PH-2/2” Browned brass wall lamp, 1931–1939

Sale Date: March 7, 2023

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“PH-3,6/2,5” Browned brass table lamp , 1931–1939

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3,6/2,5” Browned brass table lamp , 1931–1939

Sale Date: March 7, 2023

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“PH-4/3” Patinated brass table lamp, 1931–1939

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4/3” Patinated brass table lamp, 1931–1939

Sale Date: March 7, 2023

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“Artichoke” A copper pendant

Poul Henningsen

“Artichoke” A copper pendant

Sale Date: March 7, 2023

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“Emperor” Chandelier with three branches, 1931–1939

Poul Henningsen

“Emperor” Chandelier with three branches, 1931–1939

Sale Date: March 7, 2023

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“PH-4/3” Browned brass table lamp frame, 1931–1939

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4/3” Browned brass table lamp frame, 1931–1939

Sale Date: March 7, 2023

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“Cascade” A patinated brass chandelier frame...

Poul Henningsen

“Cascade” A patinated brass chandelier frame...

Sale Date: March 7, 2023

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“PH-Adjustable height chandelier”, 1931–1937

Poul Henningsen

“PH-Adjustable height chandelier”, 1931–1937

Sale Date: March 7, 2023

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PH 4/3 wall lamps, pair, 1927

Poul Henningsen

PH 4/3 wall lamps, pair, 1927

Sale Date: March 1, 2023

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“PH-3½/2½” Floor lamp

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“PH-3½/2½” Floor lamp

Sale Date: February 28, 2023

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“PH 3/2” Table lamp

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“PH 3/2” Table lamp

Sale Date: February 28, 2023

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“PH-4,5/3,5” A table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4,5/3,5” A table lamp

Sale Date: February 28, 2023

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“PH-4.5/3” Outdoor wall lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4.5/3” Outdoor wall lamp

Sale Date: February 28, 2023

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“Langelinie”/“PH-Plate” Pendant

Poul Henningsen

“Langelinie”/“PH-Plate” Pendant

Sale Date: February 28, 2023

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“PH-3,5/2” Browned brass table lamp , 1926–1928

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3,5/2” Browned brass table lamp , 1926–1928

Sale Date: March 9, 2023

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“PH-2/2” Adjustable browned brass..., 1930–1939

Poul Henningsen

“PH-2/2” Adjustable browned brass..., 1930–1939

Sale Date: March 9, 2023

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Suspension circulaire , 1970–1979

Poul Henningsen

Suspension circulaire , 1970–1979

Sale Date: February 25, 2023

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Lampada da tavolo mod. PH80 Poul Henningsen, 1940

Poul Henningsen

Lampada da tavolo mod. PH80 Poul Henningsen, 1940

Sale Date: February 21, 2023

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“Charlottenborg” A pair of pendants , 1979

Poul Henningsen

“Charlottenborg” A pair of pendants , 1979

Sale Date: February 21, 2023

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“PH-4,5/3,5” A table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4,5/3,5” A table lamp

Sale Date: February 21, 2023

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“PH-3,6/2,5” Browned brass table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3,6/2,5” Browned brass table lamp

Sale Date: February 21, 2023

Auction Closed

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