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Poul Henningsen Furniture

Danish, 1894-1967

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.

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Creator: Poul Henningsen
PH Snake Chair, Chrome, Leather Natural Un-Dyed, Leather Upholstery, Visible
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
The PH Snake chairs flowing lines within its steel tube design are inspired by the strong yet flexible body of a snake. It is multi-use and fits any roo...
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2010s Danish Bauhaus Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Chrome

Early Edition Copper Poul Henningsen Artichoke Lamp, Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Utrecht, NL
Early production series iconic Artichoke lamp by Poul Henningsen from a stunningly aged copper. This pendant is from a early production period showing due to the colour of the under...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Copper, Steel

“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 and purplish blue on the inside. Spreads an amazing...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Aluminum, Steel

PH Grand Piano PH150 Excellence, cognac leather with chrome, Modern, Sculptural
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
- All prices are listed ex works. - 5 year guarantee. - We regularly crate, ship and install PH Pianos worldwide with full insurance. Please contact us for individual shipping quote and for any questions. The PH Grand Piano...
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2010s Danish Bauhaus Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Chrome, Aluminum

PH Small Drawer Chest, brass legs, mahogany veneer, green leather, ash drawers
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
This small but perfectly formed storage piece is made out of wood and can be combined with soft leather on the panels. It is elegant and stylish all the way around and from all angles. Poul Henningsen designed this in 1920. The PH Small Drawer Chest...
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2010s Danish Bauhaus Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Leather, Mahogany

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 in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen. This model is known as PH 5 because it has five individual shades. Emits a soft light outwards and downwards without blinding. This is an authentic early model in the original blue color with the orange suspension...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Aluminum

Poul Henningsen 'Plate' Ceiling Lamp for Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1950s
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Milan, IT
The "plate" cailing lamp was designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen for the Langelinie Pavillion restaurant in Copenhagen. Henninsen found inspiration for the design in the re...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Copper

PH 6 - 6 1/2 Charlottenborg Pendant Light by Poul Henningsen.
By Poul Henningsen, Sophus Frandsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Poul Henningsen created the three-shade system back in 1925-1926 in collaboration with Louis Poulsen. In 1931 the four-shade system was launched to create lamps that could be mounted...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Aluminum

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 discontinued in this color in the late 1970s to early 1980s. It is made of powder-co...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Aluminum

Ceiling Lamp Model PH5 In Baby Blue By Poul Henningsen Made By Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Lejre, DK
The PH5 ceiling lamp, designed by Poul Henningsen and manufactured by Louis Poulsen, is an iconic piece of lighting design known for its innovative form and exceptional functionalit...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Metal

1958, Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, PH5 Pendant Light
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This chair is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beac...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Metal

Poul Henningsen PH Septima
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Dronten, NL
The PH Septima is regarded as one of Poul Henningsen’s most refined pendants. When exhibited for the first time as a prototype at the Danish Museum of Decorative Art (now Designmuseu...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Brass

Big Mid-Century Modern Artichoke by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Weesp, NL
Elevate your space with the epitome of timeless elegance and iconic design – the PH Artichoke pendant, a masterpiece conceived by the visionary Poul Henningsen in 1957 and brought to...
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Metal, Brass, Steel

PH 5/4 - Pendant in patinated copper by Poul Henningsen, 1930's
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PH 5/4 - Pendant in patinated copper with nickel-plated socket. Stamped 'PAT. APPL'. Designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Copper

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 yellow opaline glass shades by Poul Henningsen produced by Louis Poulsen Denmark, 1930s...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Brass

Poulsen table lamp PH 4/3 1983
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in GOOR, NL
Simple, sophisticated and elegant is the best way to decribe this vintage table lamp by Poul Henningsen for Poulsen. Frankly I love all Poulsen lamps, especially when they are vintag...
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1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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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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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Metal

PH-lamp "3½-3" Pendant Glass Shades by Poul Henningsen, Patented, Denmark, 1929
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Odense, DK
Early original "PH-lamp" pendant made in 1929 at Louis Poulsen, Copenhagen. This is the rare "3 ½-3" sized pendant with original matte glass shades and patinated bronze bayonet socke...
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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Brass

Early Poul Henningsen 4/4 Copper Ceiling Lamp, 1926
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare and very early Poul Henningsen 4/4 Ceiling lamp in Copper and Nickel plated Steel. Designed by Poul Henningsen 1926 and made by Louis Poulsen, Denmark the same year in the sho...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Metal, Copper, Nickel

Pendant Light in Copper by Poul Henningsen, 1980s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Pendant light in copper, the shades are white-lacquered on the inside. Designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen. Great original condition, 1980s.  
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Copper

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. Impressive in size with a dia. of 65 cm. Original...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Aluminum

PH Upright Piano, Cognac Color Leather with Chrome, Modern, Sculptural
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
- All prices are listed ex works. - 5 year guarantee. - We regularly crate, ship and install PH Pianos worldwide with full insurance. For those who want a traditional acoustic upright piano with one of the most iconic design silhouettes, the PH Upright Piano...
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2010s Danish Bauhaus Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Chrome

Ceiling Lamp in Copper-Plated Brass and Frosted Glass by Poul Henningsen, 1930's
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in Copper-Plated Brass and Frosted Glass by Poul Henningsen, 1930's Additional Information: Material: Copper-plated brass, frosted glass Style: Mid century, Scandinavia...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Brass

Poul Henningsen “PH-5” Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Utrecht, NL
This “PH-5” table lamp from the Danish “Master of Soft Light”, Poul Henningsen, is one of the designer’s most popular models, and is considered to be an icon of Scandinavian modern l...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Metal, Brass

PH Chair, chrome, leather extreme walnut
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
In creating the PH Chair, Poul Henningsen sought to reinvent a number of classic furniture designs that had traditionally been constructed of wood, such as th...
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2010s Danish Bauhaus Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Chrome

Ceiling Lamp in Copper and Nickel Plated Steel by Poul Henningsen, 1920's
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in Copper and Nickel Plated Steel by Poul Henningsen, 1920's Additional Information: Material: Copper, nickel plated steel Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Rare ceiling...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Copper, Steel

Early White Poul Henningsen "PH 2/2" Mid Century Pendant by Louis Poulsen 1930s
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare small mid century "PH 2/2" ceiling pendant in patinated brass, bakelite and original white opaline glass shades by Poul Henningsen produced by Louis Poulsen Denmark, 1930s....
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Brass

Ceiling Lamp in Yellow Metal, Brass and Opaline Glass by Poul Henningsen, 1930’s
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in Yellow Lacquered Metal, Brass and Opaline Glass by Poul Henningsen, 1930’s Additional Information: Material: Yellow lacquered metal, brass and opaline glass Style: M...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Brass

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 Denmark. It provides 100% glare-free light. Poul Henningsen developed the PH 5 in 1958...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Aluminum

Poul Henningsen "PH 2/2" Vintergækken Table Desk Lamp in Brass and Glass, 1930s
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare mid century table desk lamp model "PH 2/2" Vintergækken by Poul Henningsen produced by Louis Poulsen Denmark early 1930s. In good original condition and working well. Stamp...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Brass

Louis Poulsen "PH-lamp" 3/3 Pendant by Poul Henningsen, Patented, Denmark, 1930s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Odense, DK
Early original "PH-lamp" pendant made in the 1930s at Louis Poulsen, Copenhagen. This is the "3/3" sized pendant with original opaline shades and bakelite socket house as invented by...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Glass, Bakelite

Ph5 Pendant by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen in Blue and Grey, Denmark
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
PH5 pendant by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen in blue and grey, Denmark This very famous pendant by Poul Henningsen consists of various layers of aluminium in the colors grey a...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Metal

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 original condition. One lighter spot on upper side see photo. 1x100W, E25-E27 bulb US ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Aluminum

Table lamp, Designed By Poul Henningsen, Model 3/2, Made By Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Experience the timeless elegance of Poul Henningsen's iconic design with this table lamp, model 3/2, in black metallized design, manufactured by Louis Poulsen. This lamp is not just ...
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Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Metal

Poul Henningsen – PH 80 – Floor lamp – Louis Poulsen – 1974
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in NIEUWKUIJK, NB
Poul Henningsen designed the three-screen system in 1925-26. The first lamps based on this system were designed by PH in collaboration with Louis Poulsen for an exhibition in Paris. ...
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1970s European Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Plastic

Midcentury "PH5" Pendant by Poul Henningsen, Danish Design, 1950s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Pendant in painted metal, designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark. Great original condition.
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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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 church at Skodsborg Hydro Denmark upon request by the architect Charles Gjerrild wh...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Aluminum

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. The lamp was manufactured in the early 1930s and is seen in the 1931-catalogue. It is...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Brass

Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Opaline Glass by Poul Henningsen, 1930's
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Opaline Glass by Poul Henningsen, 1930's Additional Information: Material: Brass and opaline glass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by Louis Pouls...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Brass

‘PH Hat’ wall fixture, designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
‘PH Hat’ wall fixture, designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen in the 1960s. With original white painted steel body and adjustable s...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Steel

Poul Henningsen Hanging Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Antwerp, BE
A vintage PH5 hanging lamp designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen. First manufactured in 1957 for Louis Poulsen, this striking vintage PH5 Pend...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Aluminum

Early Poul Henningsen "PH-3/3" in Brass & Glass Pendant by Louis Poulsen, 1920s
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare and early mid century Scandinavian modern pendant by Poul Henningsen in patinated brass and original opaline glass shades. In good original condition. Stamped "PAT. APPL." ...
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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Brass

First Edition Poul Henningsen 'Artichoke' Chandelier with Copper Shades
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, 'PH-Artichoke' pendant, patinated copper, design 1957, manufactured 1950s, Denmark. The 'Artichoke' pendant is an all time eyecatcher in the ligh...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Copper

Louis Poulsen PH5 Pendant
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Vienna, AT
The Lamp was designed by Louis Poulsen. Designed to hang low over the table, they create a 100% glare-free light these pendants have purple band details on the underside and orange...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Aluminum

PH5 hanging lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Denmark 1950s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in PARIS, FR
PH5 suspension lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen. Presented in 1924 at the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs in Paris under the name PH, it won the gold medal. Ho...
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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Metal

Iconic Rare 1st Edition Poul Henningsen PH 5 Chandelier Pendant Lamp from 1958
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic rare 1st edition vintage PH 5 chandelier pendant lamp from 1958 in purple ( series 1 ) Purple was a very popular mid century color in Scandinavia. It was also the first color ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Aluminum, Brass

Louis Poulsen Vintage PH5 white metal Lamp by Poul Henningsen, 1970s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in HEILOO, NL
Danish design classic designed by Poul Henningsen in the 1950s. The PH5 lamp is made of several layers of metal that are painted matt white with blue and red accents. Diameter 50 cm....
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Metal

An Iconic Poul Henningsen Garden Lamp by Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Søborg, DK
A rare iconic Poul Henningsen copper garden lamp PH 4.5 made in Denmark by Louis Poulsen from the 1960s This iconic lamp was first designed in 1966 and has been a Classic ever since ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Copper

Poul Henningsen Ph 3½-2½ Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Pouls Henningsen PH 3½-2½ Table Lamp. Denmark, designed 1928, new, current production. PH 3 ½-2 ½ Table was designed in 1928 and is one of many development projects undertaken by PH in connection with the development of his world-famous three-shade system. The table lamp is based on PH's original drawings, and comes with the first type of shade holder, with adjustment screws. The top metal shade has a rolled edge, a decorative and stabilising feature that makes the shade appear thicker than the actual material. The two bottom shades are made of mouth-blown opal glass. PH found that this combination utilises the light source more efficiently, directing the light downwards due to the reflection from the white inner surface of the top shade. The frame is brown painted brass giving the lamp the same appearance as the burnished brass lamps of the time – a process that is no longer recommended due to environmental considerations. Material: Top shade: Spun aluminium painted in yellow with a white rolled edge. The inside of the top shade is white. Middle and lower shade are mouth-blown glass. Shade holder: Silk matt...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Metal

Pendant Lamp Designed by Poul Henningsen. Denmark, Louis Poulsen, 2012
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Berlin, Berlin
The Artichoke lamp with 72 polished stainless steel leaves with wet painted inner side on a chromed plated steel frame. Vintage lamp in very good condition. ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Metal

2 Louis Poulsen PH Hat wall lamps. Poul Henningsen lights. Danish design lamps.
By Poul Henningsen
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
What a stunning piece of lighting! These two lamps are a must have for everybody who loves Danish design! These two lamps by Poul Hennigsen for Louis Poulsen are perfect for every ho...
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Metal

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 lamp is made of metal with off-white tones and orange accents. This is a original v...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Metal

Poul Henningsen and Kurt Nørregaard Grand 'LP Centrum' Pendant
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen, Kurt Nørregaard
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul Henningsen and Kurt Nørregaard for Louis Poulsen, pendant 'LP Centrum', aluminum, Denmark, 1990 This illuminating fixture was meticulously crafted using the mathematical 'Lituu...
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1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Aluminum

Vintage Table Lamp "PH-Lamp" by PH / Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen, 1930s
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Odense, DK
Stunning original production PH-table lamp model "3,5/2" by Poul Henningsen manufactured at Louis Poulsen, Copenhagen in the 1930s. The lamp base is made from patinated brass and brown bakelite parts.. The upper shade is made from yellow lacquered metal with a wonderful patina while the middle and lower are made from two layered opaline glass which gives a wonderful light distribution. A beautiful and rare example of the world famous lamp icon. Poul Henningsen designed the three-shade system back in 1925-1926. The first lights using the system were designed by PH in cooperation with Louis Poulsen for an exhibition in Paris. PH sought to create glare-free light, direct light where it was most needed, and create soft shadows, using incandescent bulbs as a light source. PH 3/2 Table is a member of the three-shade family. Thus PH did not just design a light, but an entire system – around a thousand different models have been produced over the years. PH was the first person to pursue a scientific approach to light and use the logarithmic spiral as a basis. By using a design based on the logarithmic spiral he achieved even distribution of light over the entire curve of the shade. This even light distribution, together with the diffuse reflection through the glass, made it possible to control glare and shadow. Each shade reduces the amount of light equally, due to their distance from the light source. The PH light model numbers refer to the shade size. Each top shade had a corresponding set of middle and lower shades. In the ‘pure’ models, such as the 2/2, the top shade has a size of about 20 cm, with corresponding lower shades. PH 3/2 Table consists of an app. 30 cm top shade, but uses lower shades from the 2/2 model. These ‘hybrid’ models were introduced due to the desire to hang the pendants at lower heights. The system was also used for wall, table and floor lamps. This specific example has a "3,5" top shade (33,7 cm.) and a "2" middle and lower shade making it a "3,5/2 PH lamp".
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Brass

PH Grand Chest of Drawers, Wood Legs, Black Oak Veneer, White Ashwood Drawers
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Created so it can be placed in the centre of a room, away from a wall, Poul Henningsen’s grand chest of drawers features wooden panels on all...
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2010s Danish Bauhaus Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Wood, Oak

Early Poul Henningsen Copper Table Lamp, 1930s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Henningsen & Louis Poulsen, Mid-century Modern design This is the iconic Poul Henningsen (PH 4/3) table lamp with original copper shades. Stand, switch and socket house of bro...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Furniture

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Copper

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 discontinued in this color in the late 1970s to early 1980s. It is made of powder-co...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

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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 discontinued in this color in the late 1970s to early 1980s. It is made of powder-co...
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Poul Henningsen furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Poul Henningsen furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Poul Henningsen furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 244 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 483 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Poul Henningsen were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Louis Poulsen, Vilhelm Lauritzen, and Fog & Mørup. Prices for Poul Henningsen furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $287 and can go as high as $332,864, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,283.
Questions About Poul Henningsen Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Poul Henningsen is famous for designing 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. Some of his most iconic pieces include the Spiral, made of a single ribbon of enameled aluminum, and the Artichoke lamp, whose 70 glass or metal fins in a staggered and graduated arrangement on a central steel frame resemble those of its namesake. Find a collection of Poul Henningsen lighting on 1stDibs.

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