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Louis Poulsen PH 2/1 Pendant Light by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never graduated as an architect, but studied at The Technical School at Frederiksberg, Denmar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Louis Poulsen PH 2/1 Pendant Light in Brass by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never graduated as an architect, but studied at The Technical School at Frederiksberg, Denmar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Louis Poulsen PH 2/1 Pendant Light in Black by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never graduated as an architect, but studied at The Technical School at Frederiksberg, Denmar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Louis Poulsen PH 2/1 Pendant Light in Chrome by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never graduated as an architect, but studied at The Technical School at Frederiksberg, Denmar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
PH 2/1 Stammekrone Chandelier by Louis Poulsen.
By Louis Poulsen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
PH 2/1 Stammekrone chandelier by Louis Poulsen
Designer Poul Henningsen
The PH 2/1 Stammekrone
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
PH 3/2 Pendant by Poul Henningsen and Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Lejre, DK
PH 3/2 pendant designed by Poul Henningsen and manufactured by Louis Poulsen. The lamp is of white
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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Opaline Glass
Louis Poulsen PH 3/2 Table Lamp by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
lights using the system were designed for an exhibition in Paris. His work with Louis Poulsen continued
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Louis Poulsen PH 3½-2½ Floor Lamp by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
lights using the system were designed for an exhibition in Paris. His work with Louis Poulsen continued
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH 3.6/2 Table Lamp Dor Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Madrid, ES
A Poul Henningsen table lamp. edited by Louis Poulsen. Brown painted iron base, burnished brass
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Poul Henningsen PH 3-2 1/2 Outdoor Bollard for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3-2 1/2 outdoor bollard for Louis Poulsen. Based on Poul Henningsen's
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel
Louis Poulsen PH 3/2 Pendant Light by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never graduated as an architect, but studied at The Technical School at Frederiksberg, Denmar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Poul Henningsen 'PH 2-1 Stem Fitting' Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH 2-1 Stem Fitting' Chandelier for Louis Poulsen.
This refined chandelier is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome, Brass
Pair of Poul Henningsen Pendants PH 2/1 for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Vienna, AT
Poul Henningsen PH 2/1 pendants.
Fitted with one E27 socket, white opal glass shades, black
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Poul Henningsen PH 2/1 Brass & Glass Pendant for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 2/1 brass and glass pendant for Louis Poulsen.
Executed in white opal glass
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Limited Edition PH 2/2 'Luna' Opaline Glass Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
PH 2/2 Opaline Glass Limited Edition table lamp for Louis Poulsen.
Originally introduced as the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Louis Poulsen PH 3½-2½ Color Table Lamp by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
About This Product
The PH 3½-2½ Glass Table lamp was designed in 1928 and is one of many advanced
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Early White Poul Henningsen "PH 2/2" Mid Century Pendant by Louis Poulsen 1930s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare small mid century "PH 2/2" ceiling pendant in patinated brass, bakelite and original
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Early Yellow Poul Henningsen "PH 2/2" Mid Century Pendant by Louis Poulsen 1930s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare small mid century "PH 2/2" ceiling pendant in patinated brass, bakelite and original
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 5.91 in Dm 7.88 in
Louis Poulsen PH 3½-2½ Glass Table Lamp by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never graduated as an architect, but studied at The Technical School at Frederiksberg, Denmar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Early Poul Henningsen PH 5-4 1/2 Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Berlin, DE
Early Poul Henningsen PH 5-4 1/2 chandelier for Louis Poulsen.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
PH Floor Lamp, Model Ph3½-2½, Limited Edition, Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Lejre, DK
PH floor lamp, model PH3½-2½, limited edition in copper designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Copper
Ph Floor Lamp, Model Ph3½-2½, Limited Edition, Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
PH floor lamp, model PH3½-2½, limited edition in copper designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Copper
Poul Henningsen PH 3/2 Glass Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Brass
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3/2 glass pendants for Louis Poulsen in brass. The PH 3/2 Pendant Light's shades
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen PH 3/2 Glass Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Chrome
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3/2 glass pendants for Louis Poulsen in chrome. The PH 3/2 Pendant Light's
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Chrome
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-2½ Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Red
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-2½ table lamp for Louis Poulsen, Denmark.
Poul Henningsen’s legendary design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-2½ Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Green
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-2½ table lamp for Louis Poulsen, Denmark.
Poul Henning Sen’s legendary
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-2½ Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Yellow
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-2½ table lamp for Louis Poulsen, Denmark.
Poul Henning Sen’s legendary
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-2½ Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in White
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-2½ table lamp for Louis Poulsen in white.
Poul Henning Sen’s legendary
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH 2/1 Glass Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Chrome
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 2/1 glass pendants for Louis Poulsen in Chrome. Executed in white opal glass and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Metal
PH Table Lamp, Model Ph3½-2½, Limited Edition, Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Lejre, DK
PH Table lamp, model PH3½-2½, limited edition, designed by Poul Henningsen and manufactured by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
PH Table Lamp, Model Ph3½-2½, Limited Edition, Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
PH Table lamp, model PH3½-2½, limited edition, designed by Poul Henningsen and manufactured by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
Poul Henningsen Opaline Glass PH 3½-2½ Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen opaline glass PH 3½-2½ table lamp for Louis Poulsen. Executed in white opal glass
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
1930s Poul Henningsen PH Model 3/2 Pendant Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Oakland, CA
Early 1930s Poul Henningsen 3/2 pendant lamp for Louis Poulsen & Co. of Denmark. Copper and glass
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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
PH 3½/2½ Floor Lamp by Poul Henningsen and Louis Poulsen, 2002
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Henningsen's legacy of exquisite lighting design. Collaboratively crafted with precision by Louis Poulsen in
Category
Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Louis Poulsen PH 3/2 Pendant Light in Brass by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never graduated as an architect, but studied at The Technical School at Frederiksberg, Denmar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Louis Poulsen PH 3/2 Pendant Light in Black by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never graduated as an architect, but studied at The Technical School at Frederiksberg, Denmar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Louis Poulsen PH 3/2 Pendant Light in Chrome by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never graduated as an architect, but studied at The Technical School at Frederiksberg, Denmar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
PH 3/2 Akademi Designed by Poul Henningsen and Manufactured by Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Poul Henningsen's collaboration with Louis Poulsen began as early as 1925-1926, when PH, in
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Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Poul Henningsen PH 3/2 Glass Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Black Metallized
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3/2 glass pendants for Louis Poulsen in Black Metallized . The PH 3/2 Pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Chrome, Brass
Louis Poulsen PH 3-2½ Outdoor Wall Lamp in Black by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
lights using the system were designed for an exhibition in Paris. His work with Louis Poulsen continued
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Stainless Steel
Poul Henningsen PH 2/1 Glass Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Black Metallized
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 2/1 glass pendants for Louis Poulsen in Black Metallized. Executed in white opal
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen Brass and Glass PH 2/1 Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen brass and glass PH 2/1 table lamp for Louis Poulsen. Executed in mouth blown white
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Louis Poulsen PH 3-2½ Bollard Outdoor Lamp in Black by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
lights using the system were designed for an exhibition in Paris. His work with Louis Poulsen continued
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel
Poul Henningsen Chrome and Glass PH 2/1 Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen chrome and glass PH 2/1 table lamp for Louis Poulsen. Executed in mouth blown white
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Poul Henningsen Brass and Glass PH 3½-2½ Floor Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen brass and glass PH 3½-2½ floor lamp for Louis Poulsen. Executed in white opal glass
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen Brass and Glass PH 3 1/2 -2 1/2 Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen brass and glass PH 3½-2½ table lamp for Louis Poulsen. Executed in white opal glass
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Original Patented "PH 3/2" Floor Lamp by Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen, 1931
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Odense, DK
Rare and important system "PH 3/2" floor lamp by Poul Henningsen from the very early production
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 57.09 in W 11.03 in D 17.72 in
Louis Poulsen PH 3½-2½ Glass Table Lamp in Black by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never graduated as an architect, but studied at The Technical School at Frederiksberg, Denmar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Louis Poulsen PH 3½-2½ Glass Table Lamp in Brass by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never graduated as an architect, but studied at The Technical School at Frederiksberg, Denmar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Louis Poulsen PH 3½-2½ Glass Table Lamp in Chrome by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
Poul Henningsen was born in Copenhagen by the famous Danish actress Agnes Henningsen. He never graduated as an architect, but studied at The Technical School at Frederiksberg, Denmar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Poul Henningsen 'PH 2-1' Opaline Glass and Chrome Wall Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH 2-1' opaline glass and chrome wall lamp for Louis Poulsen.
These refined
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome, Brass
H 6.5 in W 7.9 in D 11.7 in
Poul Henningsen 'PH 3-2' Opaline Glass and Chrome Wall Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH 3-2' opaline glass and chrome wall lamp for Louis Poulsen.
These refined
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...
Materials
Brass, Chrome, Aluminum
H 9.3 in W 11.4 in D 14.4 in
Poul Henningsen PH 3/2 Opaline Glass Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Chrome
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3/2 Opaline Glass Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in chrome.
Poul Henningsen’s
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Poul Henningsen PH 3/2 Opaline Glass Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Brass
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3/2 Opaline Glass Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in brass.
Poul Henningsen’s
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Metal
Poul Henningsen PH 3/2 Opaline Glass Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Black
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3/2 Opaline Glass Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in black.
Poul Henningsen’s
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen Limited Edition PH 2/1 Amber Glass Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen Limited Edition PH 2/1 Amber Glass Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen.
This legendary
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Poul Henningsen PH 2/1 Portable Glass Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Chrome
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 2/1 Portable Glass Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Chrome.
This legendary
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Poul Henningsen PH 2/1 Portable Glass Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Brass
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 2/1 Portable Glass Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Brass.
This legendary design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-2½ Opaline Glass and Chrome Floor Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-2½ Opaline Glass and Chrome Floor Lamp for Louis Poulsen. Executed in white
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-2½ Opaline Glass Floor Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Black
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-2½ opaline glass floor lamp for Louis Poulsen in black. Executed in white
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
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Louis Poulsen Ph2 For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic louis poulsen ph2 available at 1stDibs. A louis poulsen ph2 — often made from metal, glass and opaline glass — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a louis poulsen ph2, we have 137 options in-stock, while there are 64 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a louis poulsen ph2 — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A louis poulsen ph2 made by Scandinavian Modern designers — as well as those associated with mid-century modern — is very popular.
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Poul Henningsen for sale on 1stDibs
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.
Finding the Right Lighting for You
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.
Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.
Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.
As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.
There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.
With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.
The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
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