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
20th Century Books
Paper
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
Paper
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
Aluminum, Steel
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
Brass, Copper
$3,756
H 8.67 in Dm 17.72 in
Midcentury Poul Henningsen Copper Pendant Langelinie Louis Poulsen Denmark 1950s
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
. Literature: Louis Poulsen product catalogue 1950s. Light Years Ahead: The Story of the PH Lamp Louis Poulsen
Metal, Copper
$35,217
H 18.9 in Dm 19.69 in
Large Poul Henningsen Pendant 'Patented' in Copper, L. Poulsen Denmark 1930s
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Jørstian and Poul Erik Munk Nielsen, eds., Light Years Ahead, The Story of the PH Lamp, Copenhagen, 1994
Metal, Brass, Copper
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
$4,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 33 in W 16 in D 16 in
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
Enamel
$4,503 / item
H 37.41 in W 27.96 in D 33.08 in
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
Leather, Fabric
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...
Archival Pigment
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
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage PH Plate Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Designed for the Langelinie Pavillion in Copenhagen. Literature: Light Years Ahead: The Story of
Copper
Vintage PH Plate Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Designed for the Langelinie Pavillion in Copenhagen. Literature: Light Years Ahead: The Story of
Copper
PH 4 Lamp by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Brussels, BE
glass and brass Literature: Louis Poulsen, Tina Jorstian, "Light Years Ahead" - The story
Brass
Unavailable
H 50 in Dm 26.5 in
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
Brass
Unavailable
H 17.72 in Dm 11.23 in
Poul Henningsen 3/2 Table Lamp in Brown Brass with Opaque Glass, 1926-1928
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
pending in 1926-1928. Made by Louis Poulsen. Literature: Light Years Ahead - the story of the PH Lamp
Brass
Unavailable
H 8.67 in Dm 16.93 in
Danish PH Plate Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Mid-Century 1950s
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
), shaped as ripples on water. Literature: Light Years Ahead: The Story of the PH Lamp Louis Poulsen
Metal, Copper
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
Unavailable
H 28.35 in W 33.08 in D 33.08 in
Early Brushed Steel PH Artichoke Pendant for Louis Poulsen, 1970s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Woudrichem, NL
and Poul Erik Munk Nielsen. Light Years Ahead. The Story of the PH Lamp. Copenhagen: 2000, p. 276
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
H 25.6 in Dm 23.63 in
Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Vintage PH Artichoke Pendant Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in EL Waalre, NL
Tina Jørstian and Poul Erik Munk Nielsen (ed.), “Light Years Ahead: The Story of the PH Lamp Louis
Steel, Chrome
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.
Brass, Copper
Sold
H 12.21 in W 8.67 in D 7.88 in
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
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 8.27 in Dm 11.42 in
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
Copper
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
Wood, Lacquer
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
Opaline Glass, Bakelite
Sold
H 15.75 in Dm 17.72 in
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
Aluminum, Chrome
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
Mahogany, Leather
Sold
H 16.15 in Dm 7.88 in
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
Brass
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
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 15.75 in W 59.06 in D 59.06 in
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
Steel
Sold
H 59.26 in W 10.4 in D 10.26 in
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
Metal
Sold
H 16.15 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
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
Metal
Sold
H 35.04 in W 16.15 in L 35.04 in
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
Wicker, Beech
Sold
H 11.82 in Dm 6.15 in
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
Blown Glass
Very Rare PH-4/3 Table Lamp
Located in Munich, DE
book " light years ahead "
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
Copper
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
Copper
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.
Sold
H 16.15 in W 4.93 in D 2.96 in
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
Brass
Sold
H 19.3 in Dm 19.69 in
Early and Large Poul Henningsen Pendant 5/5 Pat, Appl, in Copper, Denmark, 1928
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Nielsen, eds., Light Years Ahead, The Story of the PH Lamp, Copenhagen, 1994, pp. 159, 20 Erik Steffensen
Brass, Copper
Sold
H 25.6 in W 28.35 in D 28.35 in
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
Metal, Copper
Early Poul Henningsen Artichoke with Copper Shades
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
. Light Years Ahead. The Story of the PH Lamp. Copenhagen: 2000, p. 276-278. Free shipping for all
Copper
Sold
H 14.18 in Dm 15.75 in
Early and Large Poul Henningsen Pendant 4/4 Pat, Appl, Copper, Denmark, 1928
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
, eds., Light Years Ahead, The Story of the PH Lamp, Copenhagen, 1994, pp. 159, 20 Erik Steffensen, Poul
Copper
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
Bronze
Sold
H 9.45 in W 7.88 in D 12.01 in
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
Brass
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.
Brass
Sold
H 15.75 in Dm 7.88 in L 15.75 in
Poul Henningsen 2/2 Snowdrop Desk Lamp in Brass with Amber Colored Glass, 1930s
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Years Ahead”, ill. p. 164.
Brass
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.
Brass
Sold
H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 11.82 in
Poul Henningsen 2/2 'Question Mark' Desk Lamp with Amber Colored Glass, 1930s
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
'. Literature: “Light Years Ahead”, ill. p. 184.
Brass
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
Brass
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
Copper, Metal
Rare PH Star Chandelier
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
. Literature: "Light Years Ahead", lll. and referred to on p. 194.
Bronze, Nickel
Sold
H 14.25 in W 5 in D 3 in
Poul Henningsen, Pair of Rare Bakelite, Bronze and Glass "Elongated" Sconces
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
sconce is illustrated by Tina Jørstian and Poul Erik Munk Nielsen (eds.) in Light Years Ahead-The Story
Bronze
Poul Henningsen: 6 Light PH Star Chandelier
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
.) in Light Years Ahead - The Story of the PH Lamp, Denmark, 2000, p. 194 This piece @ H.M. Luther
Metal
Sold
H 50 in Dm 26 in
Poul Henningsen, 4 Light Adjustable Glass, Patinated Brass & Bakelite Chandelier
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
Years Ahead - The Story of the PH Lamp, Denmark 2000, p. 192.
Brass
Poul Henningsen PH-3, 5/2
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Brussels, BE
. Bibliography: Tina Jorstian & Poul Erik Munk Nielsen, Light Years Ahead, the Story of the PH lamp, éd. Louis
Brass, Zinc, Bronze
Sold
H 15.75 in Dm 31.5 in L 15.75 in
Poul Henningsen 'Emperor' Chandelier with Amber Colored Glass, 1930s
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
. Literature: Tina Jørstian and Poul Erik Munk Nielsen (eds.), 'Light Years Ahead - The Story of the PH Lamp
Brass
Poul Henningsen PH-Oblique 3/2
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Brussels, BE
Years Ahead, the Story of the PH lamp, éd. Louis Poulsen
Metal
Poul Henningsen PH-3, 5/2
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Brussels, BE
. Bibliography: Tina Jorstian & Poul Erik Munk Nielsen, Light Years Ahead, the Story of the PH lamp, éd. Louis
Bronze, Zinc
Poul Henningsen PH-3, 6/2, 5
Located in Brussels, BE
Nielsen, Light Years Ahead, the Story of the PH lamp, éd. Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 2000, p. 147, 150, 157
Sold
H 59.5 in W 15 in D 12 in
Poul Henningsen, Rare Adjustable Question Mark Floor Lamp With Metal Shades
By Poul Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
Jørstian and Poul Erik Munk Nielsen (eds.), Light Years Ahead - The Story of the PH Lamp, Denmark, 2000, p
Brass
Poul Henningsen "PH 3 1/2 Vintage Isolation Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Madrid, ES
opal glass middle and lower shade. Literature:"Light Years Ahead", referred to and reproduced P.178
Metal
Sold
H 56 in W 44 in D 1.5 in
1972 Abstract Oil on Canvas by Cathy Metz from Steve McQueen House Palm Springs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
successful and important contemporary artist Phillip Taaffe, this vintage 1972 painting is light years ahead
Mies Van Der Rohe Brno Flatbar Chair Knoll Int., 1960s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Basel, CH
upholstery, foam padding and hardwood inner frame with no-sag suspension in the seat. Mies was light-years
Chrome
4 Mies Van der Rohe Brno Chairs Knoll Int, 1960s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Basel, CH
light-years ahead of his time and this Classic Bauhaus piece needed no updating upon going into
Chrome
Poul Henningsen, A Rare Copper Shade PH Anchor Chandelier
By Poul Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
lamp is illustrated by Tina Jørstian and Poul Erik Munk Nielsen (eds.) in Light Years Ahead - The Story
Copper, Brass
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
Set of 4 Hans Bergström Wall Lamps Model 407, 1950s
By Hans Bergström
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Hans Bergström, produced by Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 1950s. very good condition with minor signs of usage and patina. Please note: Listed price is for one (1) lamp.
Brass
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
PH 1/1 - Pendant with amber shades by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PH 1/1 - Pendant lamp with amber glass shades. Stamped 'Patented'. Designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen.
Glass
$16,712 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
$2,500 / item
H 29 in Dm 19 in
Organic Modern Small Table Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Ivory Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE SMALL table lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant's Foot– for the prominent shape at its ba...
Wood, Fabric, Linen, Fiberglass
$1,275 / item
H 15 in W 13.5 in D 6 in
JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Mathieu Matégot, Stilnovo, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting. Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
Pair of Textured Murano Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
Murano glass sconces with a smoke color to the textured glass and black glass sphere finials. The “stampato” glass is textured with ridges and is curved in design, making a superb de...
Murano Glass
$1,300 / item
H 14 in W 9 in D 9 in
Brutalist, Handmade Ceramic Table Lamp, Double Decker Lamp by Streicher Goods
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Double Decker lamp is a tall, brutalist-inspired table lamp, perfect for lighting in larger living spaces, created by Streicher Goods in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp is composed of a...
Brass
$21,717
H 14.97 in Dm 14.57 in
Finnish Mid Century "5061" Table Lamp in Brass by Paavo Tynell for Taito, 1940s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare mid century version of the "5061" brass desk / table lamp by Paavo Tynell produced by Taito Oy Finland, 1940s. In good original condition with patina from aging. Stamped un...
Brass
$7,602 / item
H 39.38 in W 9.85 in D 31.5 in
Parchment, Brass and Glass Table Lamp by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Ventola table lamp by the artist Diego Mardegan exclusively for Glustin Luminaires. Beautiful two ways shade made of a brass structure, parchemin paper and waxed fabric hold by an...
Brass
$41,086
H 29.93 in W 78.75 in D 31.5 in
Sofa in Beech and Reupholstered in Sheepskin by Fritz Hansen, 1941
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa in Beech and Newly Reupholstered in Sheepskin and Natural Leather Buttons by Fritz Hansen, 1941 Additional Information: Material: Beech and newly reupholstered in sheepskin and...
Beech, Sheepskin
$281,738
H 41.34 in Dm 24.02 in
Exceptional Commissioned Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp In Brass & Glass, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
An exceptionally elegant Mid-Century Modern Paavo Tynell ceiling lamp commissioned and designed for the MTK (Central Union of Agricultural and Forestry Producers) seminar building in...
Brass
Poul Henningsen Large Copper Artichoke Pendant Light, by Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Poul Henningsen PH Artichoke Pendant Light, produced by Louis Poulsen large size in copper, 72 leaves The large 'PH Artichoke' copper chandelier by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen...
Aluminum, Copper, Steel
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.
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