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Light Years Ahead

Light Years Ahead, The Story of the Ph Lamp (Book)
Light Years Ahead, The Story of the Ph Lamp (Book)

Light Years Ahead, The Story of the Ph Lamp (Book)

Located in North Yorkshire, GB

by Tina Jorstian & Poul Erik Munk Nielson Light Years Ahead depicts Poul Henningsen's role in the

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20th Century Books

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Paper

Poul Henningsen Kontrast Pendant for Louis Poulsen
Poul Henningsen Kontrast Pendant for Louis Poulsen

Poul Henningsen Kontrast Pendant for Louis Poulsen

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Vienna, AT

: Light Years Ahead: The Story of the PH Lamp Louis Poulsen, Jorstian and Nielsen, pg. 282. Catalogue

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Poul Henningsen "PH 2/2" Vintergækken Table Desk Lamp in Brass and Glass, 1930s
Poul Henningsen "PH 2/2" Vintergækken Table Desk Lamp in Brass and Glass, 1930s

Poul Henningsen "PH 2/2" Vintergækken Table Desk Lamp in Brass and Glass, 1930s

By Poul Henningsen

Located in Stockholm, SE

" Literature: Jørstian, Tina, Nielsen, Poul Erik Munk, 'Light Years Ahead. The Story of the PH Lamp', L

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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Rare ´Millionaire´ Poul Henningsen Table Lamp, Denmark 1930s
Rare ´Millionaire´ Poul Henningsen Table Lamp, Denmark 1930s

Rare ´Millionaire´ Poul Henningsen Table Lamp, Denmark 1930s

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Poulsen, Tina Jorstian, "Light Years Ahead" - The story of the PH Lamp", édition Poul Erik Munk Nielsen

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Copper

Midcentury Poul Henningsen Copper Pendant Langelinie Louis Poulsen Denmark 1950s
Midcentury Poul Henningsen Copper Pendant Langelinie Louis Poulsen Denmark 1950s

Midcentury Poul Henningsen Copper Pendant Langelinie Louis Poulsen Denmark 1950s

By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen

Located in WIJCKEL, NL

. Literature: Louis Poulsen product catalogue 1950s. Light Years Ahead: The Story of the PH Lamp Louis Poulsen

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Copper

Large Poul Henningsen Pendant 'Patented' in Copper, L. Poulsen Denmark 1930s
Large Poul Henningsen Pendant 'Patented' in Copper, L. Poulsen Denmark 1930s

Large Poul Henningsen Pendant 'Patented' in Copper, L. Poulsen Denmark 1930s

By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen

Located in WIJCKEL, NL

Jørstian and Poul Erik Munk Nielsen, eds., Light Years Ahead, The Story of the PH Lamp, Copenhagen, 1994

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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass, Copper

Mam’selle by Betty Carol Sculptural Petal Puff Dress, 1959
Mam’selle by Betty Carol Sculptural Petal Puff Dress, 1959

Mam’selle by Betty Carol Sculptural Petal Puff Dress, 1959

By Mamselle

Located in Los Angeles, CA

and seamlessly of-it's-time yet light years ahead. This dress was featured in the September 1960 issue

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20th Century Cocktail Dresses

Gorgeous Italian Florentine Hand Enameled Cast Table Lamp! Medici Decorator 1960
Gorgeous Italian Florentine Hand Enameled Cast Table Lamp! Medici Decorator 1960

Gorgeous Italian Florentine Hand Enameled Cast Table Lamp! Medici Decorator 1960

By Florentine

Located in Peoria, AZ

them and "contract" orders, providing pieces light years ahead of the wares available to the general

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Mid-20th Century Italian Renaissance Table Lamps

Materials

Enamel

Customizable Wittmann Contessa 1956 Lounge Chair by Wittmann Workshop
Customizable Wittmann Contessa 1956 Lounge Chair by Wittmann Workshop

Customizable Wittmann Contessa 1956 Lounge Chair by Wittmann Workshop

By Wittmann

Located in New York, NY

ergonomically sprung tubular steel frame that is light years ahead of its predecessors 60 plus years ago. Unlike

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2010s Austrian Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Fabric

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Light Years Ahead

Ysabel LeMayLight Years Ahead, 2010

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H 48 in W 48 in D 0.1 in

Light Years Ahead

By Ysabel LeMay

Located in East Patchogue, NY

The work of artist Ysabel LeMay involves otherworldly images, digitally composed panoramas of natural splendor so vividly realized that one feels drawn to step into them. While the t...

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2010s Contemporary Color Photography

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Archival Pigment

Relax! You're light years ahead with One of a kind Colored Uncut Diamond Ring
Relax! You're light years ahead with One of a kind Colored Uncut Diamond Ring

Relax! You're light years ahead with One of a kind Colored Uncut Diamond Ring

By ROHIT JAIN

Located in NEW DELHI, IN

do." Life is exciting when you're light years ahead of others." "The World Beckons you. Stand out

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2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage PH Plate Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
Vintage PH Plate Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen

Vintage PH Plate Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Designed for the Langelinie Pavillion in Copenhagen. Literature: Light Years Ahead: The Story of

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Antique 1650s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Vintage PH Plate Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
Vintage PH Plate Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen

Vintage PH Plate Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Designed for the Langelinie Pavillion in Copenhagen. Literature: Light Years Ahead: The Story of

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Antique 1650s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

PH 4 Lamp by Poul Henningsen
PH 4 Lamp by Poul Henningsen

PH 4 Lamp by Poul Henningsen

Unavailable

H 23.63 in Dm 16.15 in

PH 4 Lamp by Poul Henningsen

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Brussels, BE

glass and brass Literature: Louis Poulsen, Tina Jorstian, "Light Years Ahead" - The story

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Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Poul Henningsen, Rare Danish 4 Light Adjustable Painted Glass Chandelier
Poul Henningsen, Rare Danish 4 Light Adjustable Painted Glass Chandelier

Poul Henningsen, Rare Danish 4 Light Adjustable Painted Glass Chandelier

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in New York, NY

illustrated by Tina Jørstian and Poul Erik Munk Nielsen (eds.) Light Years Ahead - The Story of the PH Lamp

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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Poul Henningsen 3/2 Table Lamp in Brown Brass with Opaque Glass, 1926-1928
Poul Henningsen 3/2 Table Lamp in Brown Brass with Opaque Glass, 1926-1928

Poul Henningsen 3/2 Table Lamp in Brown Brass with Opaque Glass, 1926-1928

By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

pending in 1926-1928. Made by Louis Poulsen. Literature: Light Years Ahead - the story of the PH Lamp

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Vintage 1920s European Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Danish PH Plate Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Mid-Century 1950s
Danish PH Plate Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Mid-Century 1950s

Danish PH Plate Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Mid-Century 1950s

By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen

Located in Amsterdam, NL

), shaped as ripples on water. Literature: Light Years Ahead: The Story of the PH Lamp Louis Poulsen

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Copper

Patrick Kelly 1980s Black Cocktail Dress Size 4 / 6.
Patrick Kelly 1980s Black Cocktail Dress Size 4 / 6.

Patrick Kelly 1980s Black Cocktail Dress Size 4 / 6.

By Patrick Kelly

Located in Atlanta, GA

. Patrick Kelly was light years ahead of the fashion curb, this dress looked amazing then and looks fabulous

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1980s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Early Brushed Steel PH Artichoke Pendant for Louis Poulsen, 1970s
Early Brushed Steel PH Artichoke Pendant for Louis Poulsen, 1970s

Early Brushed Steel PH Artichoke Pendant for Louis Poulsen, 1970s

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Woudrichem, NL

and Poul Erik Munk Nielsen. Light Years Ahead. The Story of the PH Lamp. Copenhagen: 2000, p. 276

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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Stainless Steel

Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Vintage PH Artichoke Pendant Louis Poulsen
Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Vintage PH Artichoke Pendant Louis Poulsen

Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Vintage PH Artichoke Pendant Louis Poulsen

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in EL Waalre, NL

Tina Jørstian and Poul Erik Munk Nielsen (ed.), “Light Years Ahead: The Story of the PH Lamp Louis

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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel, Chrome

Table Lamp PH 5/3, Designed by Poul Henningsen, Denmark, 1926-1927
Table Lamp PH 5/3, Designed by Poul Henningsen, Denmark, 1926-1927

Table Lamp PH 5/3, Designed by Poul Henningsen, Denmark, 1926-1927

Located in Stockholm, SE

¾" Stamped PAT. APPL. Literature: "Light years ahead" p.147.

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Vintage 1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

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Brass, Copper

Poul Henningsen, PH-2/2 Vintergaekken Table Light, Louis Poulsen, 1930s
Poul Henningsen, PH-2/2 Vintergaekken Table Light, Louis Poulsen, 1930s

Poul Henningsen, PH-2/2 Vintergaekken Table Light, Louis Poulsen, 1930s

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

Poul Eric Munk Nielsen, eds. Light Years Ahead, The Story of the PH Lamp Copenhagen 1994, p.164

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Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal, Brass

Ceiling Lamp PH Designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1930s
Ceiling Lamp PH Designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1930s

Ceiling Lamp PH Designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1930s

By Poul Henningsen

Located in Stockholm, SE

Stamped "Patented" Measures: H 21 cm/ 8 1/4'' D 29 cm/ 11 1/2'' Literature: Light Years Ahead: The

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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Muller & Berringer for Kittinger Coffee Table
Muller & Berringer for Kittinger Coffee Table

Muller & Berringer for Kittinger Coffee Table

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

lacquer finish. This was an award winning design light years ahead of most designs from the 1940's and

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Vintage 1940s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Lacquer

Poul Henningsen Pair of 'Langelyslampe' Wall Lamps
Poul Henningsen Pair of 'Langelyslampe' Wall Lamps

Poul Henningsen Pair of 'Langelyslampe' Wall Lamps

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H 15.75 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in

Poul Henningsen Pair of 'Langelyslampe' Wall Lamps

By Poul Henningsen

Located in Kastrup, DK

1934 by Louis Poulsen. Literature: "Light Years Ahead, referred to and ill. p. 245 Price for set (2

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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Opaline Glass, Bakelite

Poul Henningsen Kontrast Snowball Pendant by Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1960s
Poul Henningsen Kontrast Snowball Pendant by Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1960s

Poul Henningsen Kontrast Snowball Pendant by Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1960s

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in WIJCKEL, NL

metal. Literature: Light Years Ahead: The Story of the PH Lamp Louis Poulsen, Jorstian and Nielsen

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Chrome

Edward Wormley Dunbar Leather Top Partners Desk Mid-Century
Edward Wormley Dunbar Leather Top Partners Desk Mid-Century

Edward Wormley Dunbar Leather Top Partners Desk Mid-Century

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pemberton, NJ

-wow mr. Wormley was light years ahead of his time. The other side has the exact same drawer

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Mahogany, Leather

Poul Henningsen, Original Question Mark table lamp PH-2/2, Louis Poulsen, 1930s
Poul Henningsen, Original Question Mark table lamp PH-2/2, Louis Poulsen, 1930s

Poul Henningsen, Original Question Mark table lamp PH-2/2, Louis Poulsen, 1930s

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

condition, ready to use Literature: Tina Jorstian & Poul Erik Munk, "Light Years Ahead: The Story of the PH

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Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Pair of Nanda Vigo Brass Spotlights for Arredoluce, Italy, 1960s
Pair of Nanda Vigo Brass Spotlights for Arredoluce, Italy, 1960s

Pair of Nanda Vigo Brass Spotlights for Arredoluce, Italy, 1960s

By Nanda Vigo, Arredoluce

Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen

). Elegant design, minimalist shape. Light years ahead of her time. A real eye-catcher even unlit. Can be

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

1981 Fabrizio Cocchia Black Glossy Lacquer Coffee Dining Table, Sormani, Italy
1981 Fabrizio Cocchia Black Glossy Lacquer Coffee Dining Table, Sormani, Italy

1981 Fabrizio Cocchia Black Glossy Lacquer Coffee Dining Table, Sormani, Italy

By Fabrizio Cocchia, Sormani

Located in Arosio, IT

was light years ahead of what would become the space optimization frenzy of the modern era. This is

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Poul Henningsen, Seven Standing Light, Stamped: PH-2 / Patented, circa 1933
Poul Henningsen, Seven Standing Light, Stamped: PH-2 / Patented, circa 1933

Poul Henningsen, Seven Standing Light, Stamped: PH-2 / Patented, circa 1933

By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen

Located in New York, NY

Poulsen, Light Years Ahead: The Story of the PH Lamp), page 189 Poul Henningsen (aka “PH”) is considered

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal

Poul Henningsen, Table Light 3/2 Yellow Metal Top Shade and Opal Glass Shades
Poul Henningsen, Table Light 3/2 Yellow Metal Top Shade and Opal Glass Shades

Poul Henningsen, Table Light 3/2 Yellow Metal Top Shade and Opal Glass Shades

By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen

Located in New York, NY

: Light years ahead, the story of the PH lamp, by Louis Poulsen, 1994, pgs. 200-202 Poul Henningsen (aka

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

Dining set - Antique Michael Thonet Designed No.11 Chairs and matching table
Dining set - Antique Michael Thonet Designed No.11 Chairs and matching table

Dining set - Antique Michael Thonet Designed No.11 Chairs and matching table

By Michael Thonet

Located in Highclere, Newbury

furniture manufacturing in 1856 and became the first mass producer of furniture in the world, light years

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20th Century German Black Forest Dining Room Sets

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Wicker, Beech

Poul Henningsen, Low Miniature Table Lamp, 2/2 Red Frosted Shades, Circa 1930
Poul Henningsen, Low Miniature Table Lamp, 2/2 Red Frosted Shades, Circa 1930

Poul Henningsen, Low Miniature Table Lamp, 2/2 Red Frosted Shades, Circa 1930

By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen

Located in New York, NY

, Copenhagen, Denmark, circa 1930 Literature: Light Years Ahead, The Story of the PH Lamp, by Louis Poulsen

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Very Rare PH-4/3 Table Lamp
Very Rare PH-4/3 Table Lamp

Very Rare PH-4/3 Table Lamp

Located in Munich, DE

book " light years ahead "

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Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Poul Henningsen PH 4/4 Copper Pendant
Poul Henningsen PH 4/4 Copper Pendant

Poul Henningsen PH 4/4 Copper Pendant

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H 14.97 in Dm 15.75 in

Poul Henningsen PH 4/4 Copper Pendant

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

: Tina Jørstian and Poul Erik Munk Nielsen (eds.), 'Light Years Ahead - The Story of the PH Lamp

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Poul Henningsen - Pair of PH 3/3 Copper Pendant
Poul Henningsen - Pair of PH 3/3 Copper Pendant

Poul Henningsen - Pair of PH 3/3 Copper Pendant

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

(eds.), 'Light Years Ahead - The Story of the PH Lamp', Denmark, 2000. Poul Henningsen (9 September

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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Poul Henningsen PH 5/4 Pendant in Yellow Enameled Metal and Opaque Glass
Poul Henningsen PH 5/4 Pendant in Yellow Enameled Metal and Opaque Glass

Poul Henningsen PH 5/4 Pendant in Yellow Enameled Metal and Opaque Glass

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Erik Munk Nielsen (eds.), 'Light Years Ahead - The Story of the PH Lamp', Denmark, 2000.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Pair of “Elongated” Wall Sconces
Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Pair of “Elongated” Wall Sconces

Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Pair of “Elongated” Wall Sconces

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Kastrup, DK

few years later, offering a softer, more diffused light and a visually lighter aesthetic. The design

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Early and Large Poul Henningsen Pendant 5/5 Pat, Appl, in Copper, Denmark, 1928
Early and Large Poul Henningsen Pendant 5/5 Pat, Appl, in Copper, Denmark, 1928

Early and Large Poul Henningsen Pendant 5/5 Pat, Appl, in Copper, Denmark, 1928

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Nielsen, eds., Light Years Ahead, The Story of the PH Lamp, Copenhagen, 1994, pp. 159, 20 Erik Steffensen

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Vintage 1920s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Copper

Early 'PH Artichoke' Pendant for Louis Poulsen with Copper Shades
Early 'PH Artichoke' Pendant for Louis Poulsen with Copper Shades

Early 'PH Artichoke' Pendant for Louis Poulsen with Copper Shades

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

, Tina and Poul Erik Munk Nielsen. Light Years Ahead. The Story of the PH Lamp. Copenhagen: 2000, p. 276

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Copper

Early Poul Henningsen Artichoke with Copper Shades
Early Poul Henningsen Artichoke with Copper Shades

Early Poul Henningsen Artichoke with Copper Shades

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H 25.6 in W 28.35 in D 28.35 in

Early Poul Henningsen Artichoke with Copper Shades

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

. Light Years Ahead. The Story of the PH Lamp. Copenhagen: 2000, p. 276-278. Free shipping for all

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Early and Large Poul Henningsen Pendant 4/4 Pat, Appl, Copper, Denmark, 1928
Early and Large Poul Henningsen Pendant 4/4 Pat, Appl, Copper, Denmark, 1928

Early and Large Poul Henningsen Pendant 4/4 Pat, Appl, Copper, Denmark, 1928

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

, eds., Light Years Ahead, The Story of the PH Lamp, Copenhagen, 1994, pp. 159, 20 Erik Steffensen, Poul

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Poul Henningsen 'PH', Early Table Light, 4/3 Amber Shades, Pat. Appl, 1929
Poul Henningsen 'PH', Early Table Light, 4/3 Amber Shades, Pat. Appl, 1929

Poul Henningsen 'PH', Early Table Light, 4/3 Amber Shades, Pat. Appl, 1929

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in New York, NY

-22; Tina Jørstian and Poul Erik Munk Nielsen, eds., Light Years Ahead: The Story of the PH Lamp

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Poul Henningsen, Wall Lamp with Curved Arm 2/2 Yellow Painted Glass, Circa 1929
Poul Henningsen, Wall Lamp with Curved Arm 2/2 Yellow Painted Glass, Circa 1929

Poul Henningsen, Wall Lamp with Curved Arm 2/2 Yellow Painted Glass, Circa 1929

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in New York, NY

References: Louis Poulsen, Light Years Ahead: The Story of the PH Lamp), page 190 Poul Henningsen (aka “PH

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Poul Henningsen 'PH-Fourshade Lamp' in Frosted Glass, 1930s

Poul Henningsen 'PH-Fourshade Lamp' in Frosted Glass, 1930s

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

shades of frosted glass. Manufactured by Louis Poulsen, 1930s. Literature: "Light Years Ahead", p. 240.

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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Poul Henningsen 'Basket Crown' Ceiling Light for Louis Poulsen, 1930s
Poul Henningsen 'Basket Crown' Ceiling Light for Louis Poulsen, 1930s

Poul Henningsen 'Basket Crown' Ceiling Light for Louis Poulsen, 1930s

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

, Light Years Ahead. The Story of the PH Lamp, Louis Poulsen, Copenhaguen, 1994. Similar model p. 193.

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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Poul Henningsen: A Rare Five-Light Emperor Chandelier
Poul Henningsen: A Rare Five-Light Emperor Chandelier

Poul Henningsen: A Rare Five-Light Emperor Chandelier

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in New York, NY

illustrated by Tina Jørstian and Poul Erik Munk Nielsen (eds.) in Light Years Ahead - The Story of the PH Lamp

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Vintage 1930s Danish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Poul Henningsen 2/2 'Question Mark' Desk Lamp with Amber Colored Glass, 1930s
Poul Henningsen 2/2 'Question Mark' Desk Lamp with Amber Colored Glass, 1930s

Poul Henningsen 2/2 'Question Mark' Desk Lamp with Amber Colored Glass, 1930s

By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

'. Literature: “Light Years Ahead”, ill. p. 184.

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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

PH Plate Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
PH Plate Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen

PH Plate Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen

By Poul Henningsen

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Designed for the Langelinie Pavillion in Copenhagen. Literature: Light Years Ahead: The Story of

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper, Metal

Poul Henningsen, Pair of Rare Bakelite, Bronze and Glass "Elongated" Sconces
Poul Henningsen, Pair of Rare Bakelite, Bronze and Glass "Elongated" Sconces

Poul Henningsen, Pair of Rare Bakelite, Bronze and Glass "Elongated" Sconces

By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen

Located in New York, NY

sconce is illustrated by Tina Jørstian and Poul Erik Munk Nielsen (eds.) in Light Years Ahead-The Story

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Early 20th Century Danish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Rare PH Star Chandelier

Rare PH Star Chandelier

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H 35.44 in Dm 27.56 in

Rare PH Star Chandelier

By Poul Henningsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

. Literature: "Light Years Ahead", lll. and referred to on p. 194.  

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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze, Nickel

Poul Henningsen: 6 Light PH Star Chandelier
Poul Henningsen: 6 Light PH Star Chandelier

Poul Henningsen: 6 Light PH Star Chandelier

By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen

Located in New York, NY

.) in Light Years Ahead - The Story of the PH Lamp, Denmark, 2000, p. 194 This piece @ H.M. Luther

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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Poul Henningsen PH-3, 5/2
Poul Henningsen PH-3, 5/2

Poul Henningsen PH-3, 5/2

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H 16.54 in Dm 13.39 in

Poul Henningsen PH-3, 5/2

By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen

Located in Brussels, BE

. Bibliography: Tina Jorstian & Poul Erik Munk Nielsen, Light Years Ahead, the Story of the PH lamp, éd. Louis

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20th Century Danish Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Zinc, Bronze

Poul Henningsen 'Emperor' Chandelier with Amber Colored Glass, 1930s
Poul Henningsen 'Emperor' Chandelier with Amber Colored Glass, 1930s

Poul Henningsen 'Emperor' Chandelier with Amber Colored Glass, 1930s

By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

. Literature: Tina Jørstian and Poul Erik Munk Nielsen (eds.), 'Light Years Ahead - The Story of the PH Lamp

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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Poul Henningsen PH-Oblique 3/2
Poul Henningsen PH-Oblique 3/2

Poul Henningsen PH-Oblique 3/2

By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen

Located in Brussels, BE

Years Ahead, the Story of the PH lamp, éd. Louis Poulsen

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20th Century Danish Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen PH-3, 5/2
Poul Henningsen PH-3, 5/2

Poul Henningsen PH-3, 5/2

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H 17.72 in Dm 13.39 in

Poul Henningsen PH-3, 5/2

By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen

Located in Brussels, BE

. Bibliography: Tina Jorstian & Poul Erik Munk Nielsen, Light Years Ahead, the Story of the PH lamp, éd. Louis

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20th Century Danish Table Lamps

Materials

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Poul Henningsen, Rare Adjustable Question Mark Floor Lamp With Metal Shades

Poul Henningsen, Rare Adjustable Question Mark Floor Lamp With Metal Shades

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Mies Van Der Rohe Brno Flatbar Chair Knoll Int., 1960s

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4 Mies Van der Rohe Brno Chairs Knoll Int, 1960s

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Located in Basel, CH

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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper, Brass

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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the light years ahead you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each light years ahead for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and copper. Find 8 options for an antique or vintage light years ahead now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer light years ahead, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A light years ahead is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made light years ahead over the years, but those crafted by Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen and Florentine are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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