Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
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 White Modern 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 Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
White Danish Mid Century "PH 2/2" Pendant by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare and early Danish mid century white adjustable "PH 2/2" ceiling lamp pendant in patinated brass, bakelite and white opaline glass shades by Poul Henningsen produced by Louis Po...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen PH 2/1 Brass
Glass Pendant for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 2/1 brass and glass pendant for Louis Poulsen.
Executed in white opal glass and a brass, chrome or black metallized frame. The...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Poul Henningsen
PH Artichoke
Chandelier for Louis Poulsen in Black
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' chandelier for Louis Poulsen in black.
The PH Artichoke pendant light was designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for the Langelinie Pavillonen restaurant in Copenhagen, where it still hangs today. This iconic lamp has a world-famous unique sculptural aesthetic, and is viewed internationally as an iconic design. The fixture displays...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Lampada a sospensione “PH5” di Poul Henningsen per Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Brescia, IT
Lampada da soffitto “PH 5” disegnata da Poul Henningsen per Louis Poulsen, metallo bianco, con inserti rosso e blu.
Disegnato da Poul Henningsen per Louis Poulsen, il lampadario PH5...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
PH 5 white chandelier by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
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 Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Large Poul Henningsen
PH Artichoke
Glass Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Poul Henningsen PH glass Artichoke chandelier for Louis Poulsen.
The PH Artichoke pendant light was designed in 1958 by Poul Hennin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Chrome
PH 8/6 - Large
Tennis Lamp
pendant in aluminium by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Model PH 8/6 - Large 'Tennis Lamp' pendant in white lacquered aluminium with socket housing in nickel-plated metal. With top shade centre section covered with multilayer opal glass. ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in All Blue
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 pendant for Louis Poulsen in monochrome blue.
Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic PH 5 pendant light in 1958. Six decades later, the PH 5 remains the bestsell...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel, Aluminum
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Classic White 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Gray
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH5 mini pendant for Louis Poulsen in gray. Poul Henningsen originally introduced the full-sized PH 5 pendant light in 1958 as a clas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Blue purple PH5 pendant lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Steenwijk, NL
The timeless model PH5 pendant lamp was designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen in 1956. This lamp has a blue purple shade with a red circle plate for the socket and top shade....
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-3 Pendant in Red for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-3 Pendant in Yellow for Louis Poulsen. Denmark, new production.
The PH 3½-3 pendant is based on Poul Henningsen's original drawings from the late1920s and ea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Monochrome Oyster 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 Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen
PH Snowball
Pendant in Dusty Green
Brass for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH Snowball' Pendant in Dusty Green & Brass for Louis Poulsen.
The 'PH Snowball' pendant provides a comfortable, glare-free, diffused light. It features a metallise...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel, Brass, Aluminum
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Hues of Orange 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
PH 3/2 -
Anchor
chandelier by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PH 3/2 - Six-armed “Anchor" chandelier in brass with shades in single-layer white opal glass. Made between 1926-1928, stamped 'PAT. APPL.'
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Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Louis Poulsen, Medium Pendant Light by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
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 Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini Pendant for Louis Poulsen in All White
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH5 mini pendants for Louis Poulsen in all white. Poul Henningsen originally introduced the full-sized PH 5 pendant light in ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini Pendant in Brass for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 mini pendant for Louis Poulsen. Designed 1958, Mini in 2017. 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 that the manufacturers of incandescent light bulbs would ever learn to consider common sense or have the consumer’s best interest 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!” At the time, now one knew that the PH 5 would become synonymous with the PH light...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Poul Henningsen Set of 3 PH Pendants in Red for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen Set of 3 PH 3½-3 pendants in yellow for Louis Poulsen. Denmark, New production.
The PH 3½-3 pendant is based on Poul Henningsen's original drawings from the late19...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
PH 5 white chandelier by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
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 Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen
PH Snowball
Pendant in Soft White
Chrome for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH Snowball' Pendant in Dusty Green & Chrome for Louis Poulsen.
The 'PH Snowball' pendant provides a comfortable, glare-free, diffused light. It features a high lus...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Brass
Poul Henningsen Ph 3½-3 Pendant in Yellow for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-3 pendant in yellow for Louis Poulsen. Denmark, new production.
The PH 3½-3 pendant is based on Poul Henningsen's original drawings from the late1920s and ea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Steel
Poul Henningsen Ph Louvre Pendant
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
$12,202 / item
Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant in Hues of Rose 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 respon...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
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.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
$1,250 / item
Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini Pendant in Copper for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 mini pendant for Louis Poulsen. Designed 1958, Mini in 2017. 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 that the manufacturers of incandescent light bulbs would ever learn to consider common sense or have the consumer’s best interest 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!” At the time, now one knew that the PH 5 would become synonymous with the PH light...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Copper
Mid-Century Modern PH5 Pendant by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
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.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini Pendant in Hues of Pink for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini pendant for Louis Poulsen. Designed 1958, Mini in 2017. 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 that the manufacturers of incandescent light bulbs would ever learn to consider common sense or have the consumer’s best interest 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!” At the time, now one knew that the PH 5 would become synonymous with the PH light...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen Ph5 Pendant in Monochrome Soft 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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini Pendant in Hues of Green for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Poul Henningsen PH5 mini pendant for Louis Poulsen. Designed 1958, Mini in 2017. New, current production.
Poul Henningsen developed the PH...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Poul Henningsen PH 5-4½ Pendant Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
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 Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
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 Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
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 Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen
PH 2-1 Stem Fitting
Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH 2-1 Stem Fitting' Chandelier for Louis Poulsen.
This refined chandelier is an addition to the Louis Poulsen PH collection and is based on Poul Henningsen's origi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Chrome
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...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Early Poul Henningsen "PH-3/3" in Brass
Glass Pendant by Louis Poulsen, 1920s
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare and early mid century Scandinavian modern pendant by Poul Henningsen in patinated brass and original opaline glass shades. In good original condition. Stamped "PAT. APPL." ...
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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
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...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome, Aluminum
PH5 Pendant Painted In Purple By Poul Henningsen For Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
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.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH 2/1 Glass Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Chrome
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Orange
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Charlottenborg Pendant Model PH 5-4½ By Poul Henningsens From 1980s
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen, Sophus Frandsen, Ebbe Christensen
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...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
$1,609 Sale Price
26% Off
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome, Aluminum
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
$14,424 / item
Poul Henningsen
PH 3/3
Metal Pendant Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Black
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Metal
Contrast Pendant by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Contrast pendant in painted metal, designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen and made by Louis Poulsen Denmark. Great original condition.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Extra Large Poul Henningsen
PH Artichoke
Chandelier for Louis Poulsen in Black
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Extra Large Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' chandelier for Louis Poulsen in Black.
The PH Artichoke pendant light was designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for the Langelinie Pavillonen restaurant in Copenhagen, where it still hangs today. This iconic lamp has a world-famous unique sculptural aesthetic, and is viewed internationally as an iconic design. The fixture displays...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
1970s PH 4 1/2-4 Metal Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
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...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Louis Poulsen, Small Pendant Light by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
$3,936 / item
Poul Henningsen
PH Snowball
White and Chrome Pendant for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome, Aluminum
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
$22,457 / item
Poul Henningsen chandeliers and pendants for sale on 1stDibs.
Poul Henningsen chandeliers and pendants are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of glass and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Poul Henningsen chandeliers and pendants, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original chandeliers and pendants by Poul Henningsen were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider chandeliers and pendants by Louis Poulsen, Fog
Mørup, and Vilhelm Lauritzen. Prices for Poul Henningsen chandeliers and pendants can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,057 and can go as high as $38,327, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $11,213.
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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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