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Poul Henningsen Pendant
By Poul Henningsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pendant lamp for Louis Poulsen - 4.5/4 with upper aluminum shade and 2 Lower glass rings.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Poul Henningsen Pendant
Poul Henningsen Pendant
H 16 in Dm 16 in
Mid-Century PH4 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, 1960
By Poul Henningsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This pendant was designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen from 1966 until it was
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Mid-Century PH4 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, 1960
By Poul Henningsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This pendant was designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen from 1966 until it was
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Chandelier PH Artichoke by Poul Henningsen 1960
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Henningsen in 1960, is an iconic lighting fixture that epitomizes the timeless elegance of Scandinavian
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Vintage Poul HENNINGSEN PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Vintage Poul HENNINGSEN PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Rare Large Poul Henningsen Louvre Pendant by Louis Poulsen, 1962
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Dronten, NL
The monumental Louvre pendant was originally designed by Poul Henningsen in 1957 for the Adventist
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Vintage Poul Henningsen PH5 Pendant Lamp
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Renens, CH
Vintage Poul Henningsen’s PH5 ceiling lamp produced by Louis Poulsen, Denmark. This lamp is in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century PH4 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1960
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This pendant was designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen from 1966 until it was
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Mid Century Orange Pendant Light by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Authentic Mid Century Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen orange pendant light consisting of three
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Mid Century Orange Pendant Light by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Authentic Mid Century Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen orange pendant light consisting of three
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Mid Century White Pendant Light by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Authentic Mid Century Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen white pendant light consisting of three
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Mid Century White Pendant Light by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Authentic Mid Century Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen white pendant light consisting of three
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Poul Henningsen "PH5" Ceiling Light, 1960s, Denmark
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Praha, CZ
One of the most famous light by Poul Henningsen, designed for Louis Poulsen, Denmark. Very good
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Attributed to Poul Henningsen Artichoke, 1957
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
the style. Poul Henningsen (1894-1967), born in Copenhagen, Denmark, is an influential Danish
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Vintage White PH4 / 3 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
- Produced in Denmark circa 1980 -Designed by Poul Henningsen - PH -Manufactured by Louis
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Danish Poul Henningsen Contrast Pendant Lamp by Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
The "Contrast" pendant light, a masterwork designed by Poul Henningsen in 1960 for the Danish
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Steel

Pair of Vintage White PH4 / 3 Pendant Lamps by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
-A matching pair of tiered ceiling lights - Produced in Denmark circa 1980 -Designed by Poul
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Danish Vintage Blue Ceiling Pendant PH5 by Poul Henningsen, 1960s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Vintage blue ceiling pendant PH5 by Poul Henningsen, 1960s. Iconic Danish lighting designed
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

“Kontrast” Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking “Kontrast” pendant lamp by Poul Henningsen. Lacquered white on the outside and orange red
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Steel

Danish PH4 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, 1960s
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This pendant was designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen from 1966 until it was
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

White Scandinavian PH5 Pendant by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Vienna, AT
This iconic Scandinavian Modern Pendant Light was Designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Poul Henningsen Ceiling Lamps Model PH Kontrast Produced by Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling lamps model PH Kontrast designed by Poul Henningsen. Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century PH4 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, 1960s
By Louis Paulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This pendant was designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen from 1966 until it was
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Scandinavian Modern "PH Louvre" Pendant by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Scandinavian Modern "Le Louvre" pendant by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen. The spherical "PH
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Steel

Simon Henningsen Kassablanka Pendant Lamp
By Simon Poul Henningsen
Located in Berlin, DE
The Kassablanka pendant, design Simon Henningsen for Lyfa 1964. Simon Henningsen, son of famous
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Simon Henningsen Kassablanka Pendant Lamp
Simon Henningsen Kassablanka Pendant Lamp
H 10.24 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Large Artichoke Lamp by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen, Poul Hermann Poulsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Monumental pendant lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen. Suspended by ivory enameled-steel
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper, Chrome

Ph5 Pendant by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen in Blue and Grey, Denmark
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
PH5 pendant by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen in blue and grey, Denmark This very famous
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen 'Louvre' Ceiling Light
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, 'Louvre' pendant, coated aluminum, chrome, metal, Denmark
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Aluminum, Chrome

PH Contrast by Poul Henningsen and Louis Poulsen, 1960s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
An Exquisite Piece of Design History: The PH "Kontrast" Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Aluminum

Poul Henningsen Pendant 18
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Manufacture: 1960-1970 At STUDIO BALESTRA, we curate a unique collection of antique and handcrafted furniture
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Vintage 1960s Danish Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Poul Henningsen Pendant 18
Poul Henningsen Pendant 18
H 14 in Dm 18.9 in
White and orange PH 4/3 pendant light by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in TERHEIJDEN, NB
Here is one of Poul Henningsen's most popular pendants lights from the 1960's. The PH 4/3 pendant
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Unusual Poul Henningsen PH-4/4 Stamped P.H-4 'D.R.P' Deutsche Reichs Patent .
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
for sale. Poul Henningsen (1894-1967), born in Copenhagen, Denmark, is an influential Danish designer
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Soren Henningsen Ceiling Fixture
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Soren Henningsen ceiling fixture, sold through Georg Jensen. 4 sided flat chrome finished shapes
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Chrome

White PH Artichoke Chandelier by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Brussels, BE
Original Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' steel chandelier crafted for Louis Poulsen. This
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Louis Poulsen Vintage PH5 white metal Lamp by Poul Henningsen, 1970s
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in HEILOO, NL
Danish design classic designed by Poul Henningsen in the 1950s. The PH5 lamp is made of several
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

"PH Louvre" ceiling lamp designed by Poul Henningsen, by Louis Poulsen Denmark
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Hägersten, SE
"PH Louvre" ceiling lamp designed by Poul Henningsen. Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark. This
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Chrome

Metal Pendant Lamp in the Style of Simon Henningsen
By Simon Poul Henningsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking pendant lamp in a cool, whimsical design, in the style of Simon Henningsen. The conical
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Early Poul Henningsen PH 5-4 1/2 Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Berlin, DE
Early Poul Henningsen PH 5-4 1/2 chandelier for Louis Poulsen.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Tivoli Pendant Lamp by Simon Henningsen for Lyfa, Denmark 1962
By Simon Poul Henningsen
Located in Berlin, DE
This colourful Danish pendant lamp was originally designed in 1962 by Simon Henningsen (1920-1974
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Hanging copper Poul Henningsen PH4/4 1930's original Louis Poulsen Denmark Rare
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Forest, BE
. _____________________________________________________________ Poul Henningsen est le fils illégitime de l'auteure Agnès Henningsen et de l'écrivain satirique Carl
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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Copper, Nickel

Sculptural Brutalist Pendant Lamp 'Tivoli' by Simon P. Henningsen for Lyfa, 1962
By Simon Poul Henningsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ceiling pendant by Simon P. Henningsen, called Tivoli or Divan 2. Manufactured by Lyfa in Denmark
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Pair of "Tivoli" Pendants by Simon Henningsen and Lyfa, 1960s
By Lyfa, Simon Poul Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
These "Tivoli" pendants, designed by Simon Henningsen in 1962 and manufactured by Lyfa in the 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Scandinavian Modern Simon Henningsen Vintage Casablanca Pendant Brass White Red
By Lyfa, Simon Poul Henningsen
Located in EL Waalre, NL
Scandinavian Modern Simon Henningsen Vintage Casablanca Pendant Brass White Red A polished and
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Midcentury Modern Simon Henningsen Vintage Divan II pendant Chrome Multicolor
By Lyfa, Simon Poul Henningsen
Located in EL Waalre, NL
A chromed and lacquered steel pendant, model "Divan II". Designed in 1962 by Simon Henningsen and
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome, Steel

"Divan-2" Pendant Lamp by Simon P. Henningsen for Lyfa, Denmark, 1960s
By Lyfa, Simon Poul Henningsen
Located in Hägersten, SE
"Divan-2" ceiling light designed by Simon P. Henningsen. Originally designed in 1962 for the Divan
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Steel

Divan or Tivoli 2 Pendant Lamp by Simon P. Henningsen for Lyfa, Denmark, 1960s
By Lyfa, Simon Poul Henningsen
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This Divan or Tivoli 2 pendant is one of the most famous designs by Simon P. Henningsen for Lyfa in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Enamel, Chrome

Ceiling Lamps in the Style of Simon Henningsen Produced in Denmark
By Simon Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of ceiling lamps in the style of Simon Henningsen. Produced in Denmark.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Tivoli Lamp by Simon Henningsen for Lyfa, Denmark
By Lyfa, Simon Poul Henningsen
Located in Goteborg, SE
Hanging lamp by Simon Henningsen for Lyfa, Denmark. This lamp was designed for the restaurant Divan
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Pair Simon Henningsen for Lyfa "Tivoli" Chrome, Blue, Aqua & Red Hanging Lamps
By Simon Poul Henningsen, Lyfa
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Early pair of Danish Modern Simon Poul Henningsen for Lyfa Lively Tivoli Hanging Lamps. 1962
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome, Metal

PH Kontrast Pendant Light
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original Kontrast PH ceiling light, designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen. Ten enameled
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel

PH Kontrast Pendant Light
PH Kontrast Pendant Light
H 17.75 in Dm 15 in
Louis Poulsen PH5 Pendant
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Vienna, AT
% glare-free light these pendants have purple band details on the underside and orange bands on the
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Louis Poulsen PH5 Pendant
Louis Poulsen PH5 Pendant
H 11.42 in Dm 19.69 in
Iconic Vintage PH5 Chandelier for L. Poulsen of DK in White with Art Work
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic vintage PH5 chandelier by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen of Denmark in white and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Iconic Vintage Ph5 Chandelier for Louis Poulsen of Dk with Abstract Art Work
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic Vintage PH5 chandelier by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen of Denmark from the 1960s with
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

1960s Architectural Modern Pendant Chandelier after Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Chula Vista, CA
similar to Louis Poulsen-Poul Henningsen pendants from Scandinavia. made in the USA circa the 1960s. no
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Large Suspension in Aluminum, brass and plastic by Louis Poulsen 1960.
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Height-adjustable chandelier diffusing beautiful subdued light below and above thanks to its circular openwork plastic grilles. Very good manufacturing quality with its aluminum body...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

1960s Architectural Spiral Rocket Pendant Lamp Smoot Holman Inglewood CA
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Chula Vista, CA
attributed Smoot Holman Company Inglewood, California After the style of Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Danish Three-Armed Copper Ceiling Light, 1960s
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
All original. Rare model. Excellent condition.  
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Iconic Rare PH5 Special Edition 10 Year Jubilee Model from 1968
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Søborg, DK
Illums Bolighus in Copenhagen by its designer Poul Henningsen In 1968 they celebrated the 10 year jubilee
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Space age mid century pendant lamp, Netherlands 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius, Poul Henningsen
Located in ECHT, NL
Stacked saucers pendant lamp. Made in the Netherlands in the 1960s. Made from aluminium. It has one
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Mid century space age pendant lamp, Netherlands 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Arne Jacobsen, Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen, Hala Zeist
Located in ECHT, NL
Stacked saucers pendant lamp. Made in the Netherlands in the 1960s. Made from aluminium. It has one
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

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1960 Poul Henningsen Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 1960 poul henningsen pendant for your home. A 1960 poul henningsen pendant — often made from metal, aluminum and copper — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the 1960 poul henningsen pendant you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1960 poul henningsen pendant, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one 1960 poul henningsen pendant that is appealing in its simplicity, but Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen and Simon Poul Henningsen produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a 1960 Poul Henningsen Pendant?

The average selling price for a 1960 poul henningsen pendant at 1stDibs is $1,990, while they’re typically $275 on the low end and $14,900 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right chandeliers-pendant-lights for You

Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique and vintage chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.

While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.

The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina (note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too), with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier.

Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged. Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes. Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.

For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.

The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the whimsical — like the work of Beau & Bien’s Sylvie Maréchal, frequently inspired by her dreams — to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room. With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs.

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