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Charlottenborg Lamp

Bronze Table Lamp by Danish Sculptor TH Stein Denmark 1850’s
Located in Valby, 84
Artist made Bronze lamp attributed Danish Sculptor TH Stein and is made in the 1850’s. The lamp has
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Poul Henningsen Table Lamp model 3/2, 5 manufactured by Louis Poulsen 1940’s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Valby, 84
Poul Henningsen Table Lamp model 3/2,5 manufactured by Louis Poulsen 1940’s, the lamps frame has a
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Poul Henningsen Pendant Model, Charlottenborg 1960s, Denmark
By Poul Henningsen
Located in London, GB
The Charlottenborg pendant lamp is a famous piece of Danish design. Designed by Poul Henningsen for
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Pair of Vintage PH 5-4.5 White Charlottenborg Ceiling Lamps for Louis Poulsen
By Ebbe Christensen, Poul Henningsen, Sophus Frandsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Charlottenborg. Its architecturally versatile four-shade system was designed by Poul Henningsen in 1931 (1929
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PH 6 - 6 1/2 Charlottenborg Pendant Light by Poul Henningsen.
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen, Sophus Frandsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Poulsen. In 1931 the four-shade system was launched to create lamps that could be mounted high up and act
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iconic Vintage Large P. Henningsen PH6 1/2 - 6 Charlottenborg Chandalier
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic Vintage large Poul Henningsen PH6 1/2-6 Charlottenborg chandelier for Louis Poulsen
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Poul Henningsen PH 6 1/2-6 "Charlottenborg" pendant light for Louis Poulsen 6.5
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Chicago, IL
. 26" diameter Hangs 60" from the ceiling to the bottom of the lamp. This is the largest of the PH
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Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Poul Henningsen PH 5-4½ Pendant Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
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Leigh Ledare Erotic Photograph with Exhibition History
Located in Larchmont, NY
Leigh Ledare (b. 1976) Mom Spread With Lamp, 2000 C-print Framed: 23 3/8 x 16 x 1 5/8 in. Edition 1
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Ph5 Pendant by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen in Blue and Grey, Denmark
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
horizontally there is a playful light fall. This makes that the lamp shines on itself and this creates a warm
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Contemporary Work of Poul Gernes, a Decoration of Hotel Trouville, Denmark, 1988
By Poul Gernes
Located in København K, 84
public for the first time at the Charlottenborg Palace in Copenhagen. Later, he also devotes himself to
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Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Contemporary Art

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Poul Henningsen, Charlottenborg Lamp
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Zurich, CH
Wonderful large pendant by Poul Henningsen for the Charlottenborg exhibition hall in Copenhagen
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One of Two Poul Henningsen PH 6½-6 Charlottenborg Lamp by Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
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the lamp for the Charlottenborg exhibition building in Copenhagen. Suitable for high and low mounting
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Charlottenborg Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic charlottenborg lamp available at 1stDibs. A charlottenborg lamp — often made from metal, aluminum and brass — can elevate any home. There are 9 variations of the antique or vintage charlottenborg lamp you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer charlottenborg lamp, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each charlottenborg lamp bearing Scandinavian Modern, mid-century modern or Empire hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made charlottenborg lamp over the years, but those crafted by Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen and Ebbe Christensen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Charlottenborg Lamp?

The average selling price for a charlottenborg lamp at 1stDibs is $3,498, while they’re typically $270 on the low end and $42,060 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.

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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.