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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Lampe Charlottenborg, modèle dessiné en 1980

Poul Henningsen

Lampe Charlottenborg, modèle dessiné en 1980

Sale Date: November 27, 2022

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Lampe Artichoke, 1958

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Lampe Artichoke, 1958

Sale Date: November 27, 2022

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

Poul Henningsen

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

Sale Date: November 8, 2022

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“The Water Pump” PH 3/2 Floor lamp with high...

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“The Water Pump” PH 3/2 Floor lamp with high...

Sale Date: November 8, 2022

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

Poul Henningsen

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

Sale Date: November 8, 2022

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“PH-4,5/4” Pendant with nickel plated..., 1928

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4,5/4” Pendant with nickel plated..., 1928

Sale Date: November 8, 2022

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“PH-2/2” Frame for three-branch..., 1930–1939

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“PH-2/2” Frame for three-branch..., 1930–1939

Sale Date: November 8, 2022

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“PH-3/2” Oblique standard lamp with..., 1940

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“PH-3/2” Oblique standard lamp with..., 1940

Sale Date: November 8, 2022

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“The Question Mark” PH 2/2 Table lamp with...

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“The Question Mark” PH 2/2 Table lamp with...

Sale Date: November 8, 2022

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“PH-2/2” Pendant with bakelite socket..., 1930–1939

Poul Henningsen

“PH-2/2” Pendant with bakelite socket..., 1930–1939

Sale Date: November 8, 2022

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“Treph” PH-3/2 A pair of pendants with browned...

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“Treph” PH-3/2 A pair of pendants with browned...

Sale Date: November 8, 2022

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“PH-3,5/2” Table lamp with browned brass frame

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3,5/2” Table lamp with browned brass frame

Sale Date: November 8, 2022

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“PH-4/3” Table lamp with patinated brass..., 1928

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4/3” Table lamp with patinated brass..., 1928

Sale Date: November 8, 2022

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“PH-2/2” Wall lamp with browned brass..., 1930–1939

Poul Henningsen

“PH-2/2” Wall lamp with browned brass..., 1930–1939

Sale Date: November 8, 2022

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“PH-2/2” Wall lamp with patinated brass , 1930–1939

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“PH-2/2” Wall lamp with patinated brass , 1930–1939

Sale Date: November 8, 2022

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Suspension grand modèle PH Louvre créé en..., 1958

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Suspension grand modèle PH Louvre créé en..., 1958

Sale Date: November 5, 2022

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“PH 3/2 Academy” Three branched chandelier

Poul Henningsen

“PH 3/2 Academy” Three branched chandelier

Sale Date: November 1, 2022

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PH-pianette with nutwood frame, curved top and...

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PH-pianette with nutwood frame, curved top and...

Sale Date: November 1, 2022

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“The Tivoli lamp” Green-lacquered metal..., 1949

Poul Henningsen

“The Tivoli lamp” Green-lacquered metal..., 1949

Sale Date: November 1, 2022

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“Bombardement” Chandelier with chromed frame

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“Bombardement” Chandelier with chromed frame

Sale Date: November 1, 2022

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“The Tivoli lamp” Green-lacquered metal..., 1949

Poul Henningsen

“The Tivoli lamp” Green-lacquered metal..., 1949

Sale Date: November 1, 2022

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“PH-3,5/3” Pendant with brass socket house, 2017

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“PH-3,5/3” Pendant with brass socket house, 2017

Sale Date: November 1, 2022

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“PH 2/1” Table lamp with brass frame, 2020

Poul Henningsen

“PH 2/1” Table lamp with brass frame, 2020

Sale Date: November 1, 2022

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Due lampade a sospensione mod. Louvre Poul...

Poul Henningsen

Due lampade a sospensione mod. Louvre Poul...

Sale Date: October 26, 2022

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