Poul Henningsen Lighting
Danish, 1894-1967
The name Poul Henningsen is synonymous with the best and most innovative modern Scandinavian lamps and other lighting. The Danish designer created a signature vocabulary of fixtures with tiered and layered shades in sculptural arrangements that are at once naturalistic and geometric.
Henningsen grew up in a town on the outskirts of Copenhagen and studied architecture at the Technical University of Denmark. He would become a noted art critic, journalist and screenwriter, but his first love was lighting design.
Henningsen’s childhood home was illuminated by oil lamps. When his family switched to electrified lighting, he was alarmed and repelled by the harsh glare cast by an incandescent bulb, and in his late teens he began conducting quasi-scientific experiments to measure which materials and methods best diffused or reflected light to give it a warm brightness. His work came to the attention of the lighting-fixtures firm Louis Poulsen, which sponsored the development of a prototype lamp. The design won a gold medal at the 1925 Paris Expositions Internationales des Arts Decóratifs et Industriels Modernes — from which the term Art Deco derives. The lamp, whose three-part shade is said to be inspired by the arrangement of a dinner plate atop a soup bowl atop a teacup, became the basis for Henningsen’s most successful design, the PH 4/3 desk lamp.
All told, Henningsen would design some 100 lighting fixtures in his career. Some of his most notable creations are hanging lamps, which include the Septima (1929), a pendant composed of seven graduated frosted-glass layers; the Spiral (1942), made of a single ribbon of enameled aluminum; and the Artichoke lamp (1958), whose 70 glass or metal fins in a staggered and graduated arrangement on a central steel frame resemble those of its namesake. The last is likely Henningsen’s masterwork and an icon of mid-20th-century design. Like all Henningsen lighting designs, it is striking, sculptural and — thanks to his insistence on the primacy of the quality of the light cast — superbly functional.
Find a collection of authentic Poul Henningsen table lamps, floor lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Poul Henningsen
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Hues of Grey for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production.
Poul Henningsen developed the PH 5 in 1958 in response to constant changes made to the shape and size of incandescent bulbs by bulb manufacturers, naming it after the size of the pendant’s main shade, which is 50 cm in diameter. When the lamp was introduced, he wrote, typically daringly, about how he had lost faith in whether the manufacturers of incandescent light bulbs would ever learn to consider common sense or have the consumer’s best interests at heart: “I have accepted fate, and with Louis Poulsen´s permission I have designed a PH fixture, which can be used with any kind of light source, Christmas lights...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
PH 5 white chandelier by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Brescia, IT
Designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, model PH 5 white with purple details. Denmark, 1960s.
Iconic PH 5 chandelier designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, 1960s Dani...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant in Dark Blue
Red, Rare Orno Edition, 1960s
By Poul Henningsen, Orno Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A rare Orno version of the classic PH5 lamp by Poul Henningsen. This dark blue and red pendant was one of the pieces manufactured under license by Orno Stockmann in Finland under mod...
Category
1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH 3/2 in Brass and Opaline Glass Limited Edition
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH 3/2 table lamp in brass and opaline glass - limited edition available until the 31st of December 2022. New production.
The PH Limited Edition...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Brass
Louis Poulsen
Toldbod
Outdoor Wall Light in Black
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Louis Poulsen 'Toldbod' Outdoor Wall Light in Black
The Toldbod 6.1" wall was launched in 2006, with a design based on Poul Henningsen's Ellipse re...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
PH 3/2 -
Snowdrop
floor lamp by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PH 3/2 - 'Seven' floor lamp with frame in burnished brass and shades in white opal glass. Stamped 'Patented'.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Hues of Red for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production.
Poul Henningsen developed the PH 5 in 1958 in response to constant changes made to the shape and size of incandescent bulbs by bulb manufacturers, naming it after the size of the pendant’s main shade, which is 50 cm in diameter. When the lamp was introduced, he wrote, typically daringly, about how he had lost faith in whether the manufacturers of incandescent light bulbs would ever learn to consider common sense or have the consumer’s best interests at heart: “I have accepted fate, and with Louis Poulsen´s permission I have designed a PH fixture, which can be used with any kind of light source, Christmas lights and 100 W metal filament bulbs. Although a fluorescent tube would be too much to ask in the existing form!” Henningsen wanted to improve the colour reproduction characteristics of the light source in the PH 5. Small red and blue shades were therefore inserted to supplement the colour in the part of the spectrum where the eye is least sensitive – the red and blue areas – thereby subduing the light in the middle yellow-green region where the eye is most sensitive. At the time, no one knew that the PH 5 would become synonymous with the PH light, which remains 100% glare-free, irrespective of how the light is installed or which light source is used. The red and blue rings...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen
PH Artichoke
Steel Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Steel Chandelier for Louis Poulsen.
The PH Artichoke pendant light was designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for the Langelinie Pavillonen restaurant ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Steel
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Pastel Blue Pink and Peach for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production.
Poul Henningsen developed the PH 5 in 1958 in response to constant changes made to the shape and size of incandescent bulbs by bulb manufacturers, naming it after the size of the pendant’s main shade, which is 50 cm in diameter. When the lamp was introduced, he wrote, typically daringly, about how he had lost faith in whether the manufacturers of incandescent light bulbs would ever learn to consider common sense or have the consumer’s best interests at heart: “I have accepted fate, and with Louis Poulsen´s permission I have designed a PH fixture, which can be used with any kind of light source, Christmas lights and 100 W metal filament bulbs. Although a fluorescent tube would be too much to ask in the existing form!” Henningsen wanted to improve the colour reproduction characteristics of the light source in the PH 5. Small red and blue shades were therefore inserted to supplement the colour in the part of the spectrum where the eye is least sensitive – the red and blue areas – thereby subduing the light in the middle yellow-green region where the eye is most sensitive. At the time, no one knew that the PH 5 would become synonymous with the PH light, which remains 100% glare-free, irrespective of how the light is installed or which light source is used. The red and blue rings...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen
PH 80
Floor Lamp in White and Chrome for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen 'PH 80' floor lamp in white and chrome for Louis Poulsen. New, current production.
Poul Henningsen designed the three-shade-system back in 1925-26. In collaboratio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Chrome
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Pastel Oyster Blue and Pink for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production.
Poul Henningsen developed the PH 5 in 1958 in response to constant changes made to the shape and size of incandescent bulbs by bulb manufacturers, naming it after the size of the pendant’s main shade, which is 50 cm in diameter. When the lamp was introduced, he wrote, typically daringly, about how he had lost faith in whether the manufacturers of incandescent light bulbs would ever learn to consider common sense or have the consumer’s best interests at heart: “I have accepted fate, and with Louis Poulsen´s permission I have designed a PH fixture, which can be used with any kind of light source, Christmas lights...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen
PH 5/5
Opaline Glass and Metal Pendant Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5/5 Opaline glass and metal pendant lamp for Louis Poulsen.
These refined pendants are an addition to the Louis Poulsen PH collection and are based on Poul Hennin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Poul Henningsen Ph Louvre Pendant
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The fixture provides 100% glare-free light. The geometrical, spherical design is based on the principle of illuminating all surfaces at the same angle. This ensures uniform light around the fixture, illuminating both walls and ceiling. Matte painted undersurfaces and glossy top surfaces result in an attractive reflection of the diffused light, creating uniform light distribution around the fixture. Poul Henningsen designed the three-shade system during 1925/1926. The first lights using the system were designed for an exhibition in Paris. His work with Louis Poulsen continued until his death in 1967. Throughout his life, PH sought to create glare-free lighting; aiming to direct light where it was most needed, and creating soft shadows while using incandescent bulbs as a light source. PH Louvre...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Chrome
$12,202 / item
Poul Henningsen PH 5-4½ Pendant Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5-4½ Pendant Lamp for Louis Poulsen.
This architecturally versatile four-shade system was originally designed by Poul Henningsen in 1931, then redesigned in 1979 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
PH 3/2 -
Snowdrop
floor lamp by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PH 3/2 - 'Snowdrop' floor lamp with frame in burnished brass and shades in white opal glass. Stamped 'Patented'. Designed by Poul Henningsen and made by Louis Poulsen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Brass
Large PH Louvre Pendant by Poul HENNINGSEN for Louis Poulsen, 1970s
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Berlin, Berlin
An early vintage LOUVRE pendant designed by Poul Henningsen. Denmark, Louis Poulsen, 1957.
Chromed frame with white painted circular aluminium slats. The chromed centrepiece holds t...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Louis Poulsen, Extra Large Artichoke Chandelier by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Louis Poulsen, extra large Artichoke chandelier by Poul Henningsen.
Measures: Width 840 x height 720 x length 840 (mm), 25.2 kg
Material: Leaves: b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
Orange Pendant Ph-4/3 by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
A group of eight orange lacquered metal pendants by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark. Each pendant has 8' of cord. Priced individually.
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
$1,250 / item
Louis Poulsen, Medium Pendant Light by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Louis Poulsen, medium pendant light by Poul Henningsen.
Measures: Width 650 x height 500 x length 650 (mm), 8,2 kg
Material: Matte lacquered aluminum. Struts: Purple, rolled aluminum...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern PH5 Pendant by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Doornspijk, NL
The PH5 pendant, designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, is a timeless design classic that goes well with any interior style.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH 3/2 Table Lamp – “Pat. Appl.” 1926
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Egå, DK
Exceptional and early PH 3/2 table lamp by Poul Henningsen, dating from 1926–1928, marked “Pat. Appl.”
Executed in brass with green-painted copper shades, thi...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Brass, Copper
Small Poul Henningsen
PH Artichoke
Glass Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Small Poul Henningsen PH glass Artichoke chandelier for Louis Poulsen.
The PH Artichoke pendant light was designed in 1958 by Poul Hennin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal, Chrome, Aluminum
Poul Henningsen Ceiling Lamp Model PH-5/5 Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare ceiling lamp model PH-5/5 designed by Poul Henningsen. Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark. Marked “PAT.APPL”.
Category
1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
Early Poul Henningsen Pat. Appl. PH 3.5/2 table lamp, 1927
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare early ’PH 3,5/2 table lamp’ with patinated browned brass frame and original red/golden copper shades. Designed 1926 and made at Louis Poulsen, 1927-1928. Stamped ‘PAT.APPL.’
Th...
Category
1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Brass, Copper
Louis Poulsen, Large Glass Artichoke Chandelier by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Louis Poulsen, large glass Artichoke chandelier by Poul Henningsen.
Width x Height x Length (mm)
720 x 650 x 720, 24.6 kg
Material: Leave...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH 2/1 Glass Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Chrome
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 2/1 Glass Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Chrome
Executed in white opal glass and a chrome metallized frame. The mouth-blown white...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Orange
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 pendant for Louis Poulsen in orange. Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic PH 5 pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the PH 5 remains the bestselling design in the Louis Poulsen's portfolio. The PH 5's painted metal shades brilliantly distribute light to create glare–free illumination. Executed in spun aluminium shades...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Louis Poulsen, Medium Artichoke Chandelier by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Louis Poulsen, Medium Artichoke chandelier by Poul Henningsen.
Width x Height x Length (mm)
600 x 580 x 600, 13.9 kg
Material: Leaves: Brass, stainless steel polished, cooper, whi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
Monumental Poul Henningsen PH Louvre Suspension Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Monumental Poul Henningsen PH Louvre suspension lamp for Louis Poulsen. The PH Louvre pendant light emits comfortable glare, free diffused li...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Chrome, Aluminum
Poul Henningsen
PH 3/3
Metal Pendant Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Black
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3/3 metal pendant lamp for Louis Poulsen in Black.
These refined pendants are an addition to the Louis Poulsen PH collection and are based on Poul Henningsen's ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Metal
Poul Henningsen Ph Artichoke Pendant – Small
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The fixture provides 100% glare-free light. The 72 precisely positioned leaves form 12 unique rows of six leaves each. They illuminate the fixture as well as emitting diffused light with a unique pattern. The fixture provides decorative and comfortable lighting. For the energy saving LED variant the quality of light and atmosphere surrounding the product is kept at the highest level. The PH Artichoke...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Chrome
$14,424 / item
Poul Henningsen PH 3-2 1/2 Outdoor Bollard for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3-2 1/2 outdoor bollard for Louis Poulsen.
Based on Poul Henningsen's revolutionary reflective three-shade system, which directs t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Stainless Steel
Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Opaline Glass by Poul Henningsen, 1930
s
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Opaline Glass by Poul Henningsen, 1930's
Additional Information:
Material: Brass and opaline glass
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Produced by Louis Pouls...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen Ph 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Pastel Blue Rose Peach
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 pendant for Louis Poulsen in pastel blue rose peach.
Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic PH 5 pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the PH 5 remains the b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Poul Henningsen Ph 3-2½ Wall Lamp
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The fixture is designed based on the principle of a reflective three-shade system, which directs the majority of the light downwards. The shades have a matte white painted interior s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Chrome
$1,277 / item
Poul Henningsen
PH Snowball
White and Chrome Pendant for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH Snowball' Pendant for Louis Poulsen.
The 'PH Snowball' pendant provides a comfortable, glare-free, diffused light. It features a chrom...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Chrome, Aluminum
Floor Lamp in Bronze Patinated Brass and Glass Shades by Poul Henningsen, 1940
s
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Floor Lamp in Bronze Patinated Brass and Glass Shades by Poul Henningsen, 1940's
Additional Information:
Material: Bronze patinated brass and original glass shades
Style: Mid centur...
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Brass
PH Floor Lamp Model PH80 By Poul Henningsen Made By Louis Poulsen From 1974s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
The PH80 floor lamp, designed by Poul Henningsen and manufactured by Louis Poulsen, is a distinguished piece introduced in 1974 to celebrate Poul Henningsen's 80...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
PH5 Pendant Painted In Purple By Poul Henningsen For Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
PH5 pendant designed by Poul Henningsen in 1958 and manufactured by Louis Poulsen in the 20th Century. The pendant has purple lacquered metal shades.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen Brass and Glass PH 3½-3 Pendant for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen brass and glass PH 3½-3 pendant for Louis Poulsen.
Executed in white opal glass and choice of brass, chrome or black metallized...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Brass, Metal
Poul Henningsen Ph Snowball Pendant
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The fixture emits comfortable glare-free diffuse light. Matte painted undersurfaces and glossy top surfaces result in an attractive reflection of the diffused light, creating uniform...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Chrome
$3,936 / item
Louis Poulsen, Small Table Light by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Louis Poulsen, small table light by Poul Henningsen
Measures: Width x height x length (mm)
200 x 355 x 200, 1.6 kg
Material: Shades in mouth-blown white opal glass with the body a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
$1,602 / item
Poul Henningsen Ph Artichoke Pendant, X-Large
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The fixture provides 100% glare-free light. The 72 precisely positioned leaves form 12 unique rows of six leaves each. They illuminate the fixture as well as emitting diffused light with a unique pattern. The fixture provides decorative and comfortable lighting. For the energy saving LED variant the quality of light and atmosphere surrounding the product is kept at the highest level. The PH Artichoke...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Chrome
$22,457 / item
Poul Henningsen Ph Artichoke Pendant, Medium
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The fixture provides 100% glare-free light. The 72 precisely positioned leaves form 12 unique rows of six leaves each. They illuminate the fixture as well as emitting diffused light with a unique pattern. The fixture provides decorative and comfortable lighting. For the energy saving LED variant the quality of light and atmosphere surrounding the product is kept at the highest level. The PH Artichoke...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Chrome
$18,737 / item
Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini Pendant for Louis Poulsen in All Blue
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH5 mini pendants for Louis Poulsen in all blue. Poul Henningsen originally introduced the full-sized PH 5 pendant light in 1...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Charlottenborg Pendant Model PH 5-4½ By Poul Henningsens From 1980s
By Poul Henningsen, Sophus Frandsen, Ebbe Christensen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Lejre, DK
The Charlottenborg pendant, model PH 5-4½/1, is a collaboration between Ebbe Christensen, Sophus Frandsen, and Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
$1,609 Sale Price
26% Off
Poul Henningsen Ph 4½-3½ Glass Table Lamp
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
"The fixture is designed based on the principle of a reflective three-shade system, which directs the majority of the light downwards. The shades are made of handblown opal three-lay...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Chrome
$4,195 / item
Pendant Light for Tivoli Gardens Poul Henningsen, 1949
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in London, GB
A green and white outdoor pendant light designed by Poul Henningsen exclusively for Tivoli Gardens in 1949 and never put into public production.
This playful pendant light was desig...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
Floor Lamp in Bronze Patinated Brass and Glass Shades by Poul Henningsen, 1940
s
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Floor Lamp in Bronze Patinated Brass and Original Glass Shades by Poul Henningsen, 1940's
Additional Information:
Material: Bronze patinated brass and original glass shades
Style: M...
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Brass
1970s PH 4 1/2-4 Metal Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Knebel, DK
This pendant lamp, model 117077 (PH 4 1/2-4 Metal), was designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen. The model is no longer in production in this size.
The pendant lamp is in a ve...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
Septima by Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Septima by Louis Poulsen
Width x height x length (mm)
500 x 405 x 500, 5.8 kg
Lampshade: transparent glass decorated with sandblasted sections. Legs: steel, metallic brass. Pl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Glass
$15,427 / item
Louis Poulsen, Small Pendant Light by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Louis Poulsen, small pendant light by Poul Henningsen.
Measures: Width x height x length (mm)
466 x 318 x 466, 2,5 kg
Material: Matte lacquered aluminum. Struts: Purple, rolled aluminum...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen Table Lamp Model PH-2/2 Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare table lamp model PH-2/2 ‘The question mark’ designed by Poul Henningsen. Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark.
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen / Verner Panton Style, Large Plexiglas Ceiling Lamp
By Poul Henningsen
Located in København, Copenhagen
Poul Henningsen / Verner Panton style, large ceiling lamp in Plexiglas with four lamellae inside.
Absolutely beautiful and modern lamp.
Danish design, 1950s-1960s.
Measures:...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Plexiglass
Aluminum and Glass PH 4½-4 Pendant by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
A PH 4½-4 pendant with a white-lacquered aluminum top shade and 2 white opal glass lower shades. Chromed metal socket cover.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Monochrome Blue for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 pendant for Louis Poulsen. Denmark. Designed in 1958. New, current production.
Poul Henningsen developed the PH 5 in 1958 in response to constant changes made to the shape and size of incandescent bulbs by bulb manufacturers, naming it after the size of the pendant’s main shade, which is 50 cm in diameter. When the lamp was introduced, he wrote, typically daringly, about how he had lost faith in whether the manufacturers of incandescent light bulbs would ever learn to consider common sense or have the consumer’s best interests at heart: “I have accepted fate, and with Louis Poulsen´s permission I have designed a PH fixture, which can be used with any kind of light source, Christmas lights and 100 W metal filament bulbs. Although a fluorescent tube would be too much to ask in the existing form!” Henningsen wanted to improve the colour reproduction characteristics of the light source in the PH 5. Small red and blue shades were therefore inserted to supplement the colour in the part of the spectrum where the eye is least sensitive – the red and blue areas – thereby subduing the light in the middle yellow-green region where the eye is most sensitive. At the time, no one knew that the PH 5 would become synonymous with the PH light, which remains 100% glare-free, irrespective of how the light is installed or which light source is used. The red and blue rings...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
Louis Poulsen, Outdoor Wall Lamp in Black by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Louis Poulsen, outdoor wall lamp in black by Poul Henningsen
Measures: Width x height x length (mm)
283 x 239 x 336, 2.4 kg
Material: Shades and arm in black lacquered stainless s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Pendant Lamp Ph Septima. New Edition.
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian pendant lamp PH Septima by Poul Henningsen. New edition. Louis Poulsen brings back Poul Henningsen’s sophisticated seven-sha...
Category
2010s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Glass
Poul Henningsen Artichoke Ceiling Lamp Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Artichoke ceiling lamp designed by Poul Henningsen. Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Copper
Scandinavian Modern Vintage White Metal Chandelier Poul Henningsen Denmark
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage white metal chandelier or pendant from aluminum in white and red by Poul Henningsen, Denmark 1958.
A beautiful chand...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting
Materials
Aluminum
Poul Henningsen lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Poul Henningsen lighting are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Poul Henningsen lighting, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 239 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 306 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original lighting by Poul Henningsen were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider lighting by Fog
Mørup, Vilhelm Lauritzen, and Jo Hammerborg. Prices for Poul Henningsen lighting can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $287 and can go as high as $81,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,880.
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Poul Henningsen is famous for designing innovative modern Scandinavian lamps and other lighting. The Danish designer created a signature vocabulary of fixtures with tiered and layered shades in sculptural arrangements that are at once naturalistic and geometric. Some of his most iconic pieces include the Spiral, made of a single ribbon of enameled aluminum, and the Artichoke lamp, whose 70 glass or metal fins in a staggered and graduated arrangement on a central steel frame resemble those of its namesake. Find a collection of Poul Henningsen lighting on 1stDibs.
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