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Poul Henningsen Lighting

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.

Find a collection of authentic Poul Henningsen table lamps, floor lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Poul Henningsen
PH 3½-2½ Table Lamp With Metal Top Shade In Yellow & Brown Painted Brass Frame
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
PH 3½-2½ table lamp, designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen. The lamp is part of the iconic PH series, which is based on Henningsen's advanced three-shade system, ...
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2010s Danish Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Brass, Metal

Poul Henningsen 'PH 5/5' Metal Pendant Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Black
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5/5 Metal pendant lamp for Louis Poulsen in Black. These refined pendants are an addition to the Louis Poulsen PH collection and are based on Poul Henningsen's or...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Metal, Aluminum

Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen 'Louvre' Ceiling Light
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, 'Louvre' pendant, coated aluminum, chrome, metal, Denmark, design 1957, production 1960s First designed i...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Aluminum, Chrome, Metal

1970s PH 4 1/2-4 Metal Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Knebel, DK
This pendant lamp, model 117077 (PH 4 1/2-4 Metal), was designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen. The model is no longer in production in this size. The pendant lamp is in a ve...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Pendant Lamp PH Artichoke by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian pendant lamp PH Artichoke by Poul Henningsen. Ø 84 cm. Edition from the 70's. Some scratches on few leaves. E40 socket....
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Aluminum

Poul Henningsen Ph 3½-3 Pendant
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The fixture is 100% glare-free, with a design based on the principle of a reflective three-shade system, which directs most of the light downwards. The shades are made of deep drawn aluminum with white inner surface that ensures gentle, downward light distribution. The downward light is both soft and pleasant. To mark Poul Henningsen’s 120th birthday on 9 September, Louis Poulsen is launching the new PH 3...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Chrome

Poul Henningsen Ceiling Lamp Model PH-Septima 5 by Louis Poulsen in Denmark
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare ceiling lamp model PH-Septima 5 designed by Poul Henningsen. Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Brass

Poul Henningsen PH 5 Mini Brass Pendant for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 mini brass pendant for Louis Poulsen. Poul Henningsen PH5 mini pendants for Louis Poulsen in all black. Poul Henningsen originally int...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Copper, Aluminum

Louis Poulsen, Outdoor Lamp in Black by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Louis Poulsen, outdoor lamp in black by Poul Henningsen. Measures: Width x height x length (mm) 283 x 909 x 283, 3.6 kg Material: Black-lacquered stainless steel. Ground anchor: I...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Metal

Poul Henningsen PH5 Mini Pendant for Louis Poulsen in All Black
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH5 mini pendants for Louis Poulsen in all black. Poul Henningsen originally introduced the full-sized PH 5 pendant light in ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Aluminum

Louis Poulsen, Outdoor Wall Lamp in Black by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Louis Poulsen, outdoor wall lamp in black by Poul Henningsen Measures: Width x height x length (mm) 283 x 239 x 336, 2.4 kg Material: Shades and arm in black lacquered stainless s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Metal

PH 4/2½ Table Lamp With White Opal Glass & Burnished Brass By Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Table lamp, PH 4/2½, designed by Poul Henningsen and manufactured by Louis Poulsen in the 1930s. The lamp is made with white opal glass shades and a bronzed brass frame, which provid...
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1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Brass

Poul Henningsen PH 3½-3 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Green
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-3 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Green The PH 3½-3 pendants are an addition to the Louis Poulsen PH collection and are based on Poul Henningsen's original drawings from the lat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Aluminum, Copper

Poul Henningsen PH Floor Lamp
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The fixture is designed based on the principle of a reflective three-shade system, which directs the majority of the light downwards. The shades are made of handblown opal three-laye...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Chrome

Poul Henningsen PH 3/2 Akademikrone
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Vienna, AT
The three bright spots are designed on the principle of a reflective three-shade system, which directs the majority of the light downwards. The screens are made of three-layer blown ...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Chrome, Steel

Unusual Poul Henningsen PH-4/4 Stamped P.H-4 'D.R.P' Deutsche Reichs Patent .
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Hanging lamp. Model PH-4/4 Normal treph lamp patent P.H Treph lamp with glass shades Sing P.H-4 (D.R.P) = Deutsche Reichs Patent. glass measures 400mm 260mm 128mm Material: art glass and iron. Style: Art Deco. To take care of your property and the lives of our customers, the new wiring has been done. If you want to live in the golden years, this is the lighting that your project needs. If you are looking for an chandelier to match the set of sconces we have what you need. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982.If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'View All From Seller'. And you can see more objects to the style for sale. Poul Henningsen (1894-1967), born in Copenhagen, Denmark, is an influential Danish designer, writer and cultural critic. As an indicator designer of the classic Danish lighting brand Louis Poulsen , he devoted his whole life to the exploration and experimentation of lighting, and was praised by the world as the first inventor who combined science and art. Representative works include PH lamp series, PH Artichoke, PH Septima...
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1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Iron

Poul Henningsen Ph 80 Floor Lamp
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The fixture emits diffuse and symmetrical light. The majority of the light is directed downwards, and the opal acrylic shades provide comfortable room lighting. The red hue of the top reflector helps give the light a warmer glow. 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. This partnership continued up until his death in 1967. Throughout his life, 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 80...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Chrome

Poul Henningsen Table Lamp Model PH-2/2 'The Questions Mark' by Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare table lamp model PH-2/2 ‘The question mark’ designed by Poul Henningsen. Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark.
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Brass

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 Lighting

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Aluminum

Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Ph5 Hanging Pendant Lamp with Original Box
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Ferndale, MI
PH5 pendant by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Denmark. White with blue, iconic pendant by Poul Henningsen multiple levels of rounded aluminium create a soft shadow play. Most light falls downwards, but also horizontally there is a gentle light fall. With this the lamp shines on itself and creates a warm glow. This lamp was recently purchased out of long term attic storage in the original mfrs box and shipping box...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Aluminum

Table Lamp in Browned Brass Frame by Poul Henningsen, 1931-1933
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Table Lamp in Browned Brass Frame by Poul Henningsen, 1931-1933 Additional Information: Material: Browned brass frame. Amber coloured glass shades, froste...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Glass

Pair of Poul Henningsen Pendants PH 2/1 for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Vienna, AT
Poul Henningsen PH 2/1 pendants. Fitted with one E27 socket, white opal glass shades, black fabric cords. Produced by Louis Poulsen. Ø 20 cm. Minimal wear.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Steel

Ceiling Lamp Model PH5 Made In Black By Poul Henningsen For Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Lejre, DK
PH5 lamp designed by Poul Henningsen in 1958 and manufactured by Louis Poulsen. The lamp has lacquered metal shades in black, red and white, and is a newer model. We have 2 lamps in...
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Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Metal

PH 3/2 Academy Crown Designed By Poul Henningsen From 2000s
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Lejre, DK
The PH 3/2 Academy crown, designed by Poul Henningsen in 1925-1926 and launched in 2000, is a testament to the timeless elegance and innovative design principles of Henningsen's work...
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Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern PH5 Pendant by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Doornspijk, NL
The PH5 pendant, designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, is a timeless design classic that goes well with any interior style.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Metal

Poul Henningsen Ph 3/2 Pendant
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The fixture design is based on the principle of a reflective three-shade system, which directs the majority of the light downwards. The shades are made of hand-blown, opal, three-layer glass, which is glossy on top and sandblasted matte on the underside, giving a soft and uniform light distribution. Poul Henningsen designed the three-shade system during 1925/1926. The first lights using the system were designed for an exhibition in Paris. His work with Louis Poulsen continued until his death in 1967. Throughout his life, PH sought to create glare-free lighting; aiming to direct light where it was most needed, and creating soft shadows while using incandescent bulbs as a light source. The PH 3...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Chrome

PH Floor Lamp Model PH80 By Poul Henningsen Made By Louis Poulsen From 1974s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
The PH80 floor lamp, designed by Poul Henningsen and manufactured by Louis Poulsen, is a distinguished piece introduced in 1974 to celebrate Poul Henningsen's 80...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Metal

Louis Poulsen, Medium Glass Artichoke Chandelier by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Louis Poulsen, medium glass artichoke chandelier by Poul Henningsen. Measures: Width x height x length (mm) 600 x 580 x 600, 17.3 kg Mate...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Metal

Mid-Century Danish PH 5 Pendant by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, 1960s
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Hamburg, DE
The classic PH5 pendant light from Poulsen according to a design by Poul Henningsen from the 1950s. Here in the rare, early version in blue and a special frame element with spring. T...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Metal

Poul Henningsen Table Lamp Model Ph-2/2 'Vintergækken' by Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare and early table lamp model PH-2/2 ‘Vintergækken’ designed by Poul Henningsen. Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark.
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Brass

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 Lighting

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Metal

Midcentury "PH5" Pendant by Poul Henningsen, Made in Denmark
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
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 Lighting

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Metal

Mid-Century Model PH5 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This is a Poul Henningsen's 1958 design based on the principle of a reflective three-shade system, which directs the majority of the light downwards. The PH5 lamp was launched in 195...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Aluminum

PH 5 Pendant Light White
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in London, GB
Designed by the master Poul Henningsen for Denmark's leading light production house, Louis Poulsen, this PH5 piece is a gorgeous example of the model's iconic and consciously crafted...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Aluminum

PH 6 - 6 1/2 Charlottenborg Pendant Light by Poul Henningsen.
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen, Sophus Frandsen
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 Lighting

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Aluminum

Mid Century Modern PH 5 Table Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen 1960s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Munich, DE
Rare and elegant Mid-Century Modern table lamp 'PH 5'. Designed by Poul Henningsen in 1958. Manufactured by Louis Poulsen, Denmark, probably in 1960s. Makers label inside the lamp sh...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Brass, Aluminum

Ph Louvre by Poul Henningsen ceiling light
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Brussels, BE
Iconic "PH Louvre" ceiling light designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark. Design from 1958 - Model of 1980s Poul Henningsen is famous for his lighting ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Aluminum

Louis Poulsen, Small Pendant Light by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Louis Poulsen, small pendant light by Poul Henningsen. Measures: Width x height x length (mm) 466 x 318 x 466, 2,5 kg Material: Matte lacquered aluminum. Struts: Purple, rolled aluminum...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Metal

Poul Henningsen 1st edition artichoke in cooper, Louis Poulsen circa 1950.
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Iconic first edition artichoke ceiling light in cooper designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen. The lamp has a strong patina and it's label by the editor which is extrememly ra...
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Copper

Danish brushed metal pendant light, model PH 6 ½ -6V by Poul Henningsen.
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
A magnificent and iconic large Scandinavian pendant light called the "Charlottenborg." Poul Henningsen's intention with this four-shad...
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Metal

Louis Poulsen, Outdoor Wall Lamp in Cooper by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Louis Poulsen, outdoor wall lamp in cooper by Poul Henningsen Size: Width x height x length (mm) 450 x 290 x 505, 6.8 kg Shades: Spun copper. Wall box and arm: Copperplated, brass...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Metal

Poul Henningsen Ceiling Lamp Model PH-3/3 Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceiling lamp model PH-3/3 designed by Poul Henningsen. Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark. Marked “PAT. APPL”.
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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Brass

Poul Henningsen Early Table Lamp Model PH-2/2 'Vintergækken' by Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare and early table lamp model PH-2/2 ‘Vintergækken’ designed by Poul Henningsen. Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark. Stamped D.R.P (Deutsche Reichs Patent).
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Brass

Poul Henningsen PH 3½-3 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Red
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 3½-3 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Red The PH 3½-3 pendants are an addition to the Louis Poulsen PH collection and are based on Poul Henningsen's original drawings from the lat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Aluminum, Copper

Poul Henningsen 3/2 Table Lamp, Green
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Poul Henningsen 3/2 Table Lamp, Green
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20th Century Danish Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Metal

PH 3 Pendant Light White
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in London, GB
Crafted and designed by the iconic Poul Henningsen for Denmark's leading light production house Louis Poulsen, this PH3 is made from aluminium and painted in the classic white shade....
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Aluminum

Louis Poulsen, Floor Light by Poul Henningsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Louis Poulsen, floor light by Poul Henningsen Measures: Width x height x length (mm) 330 x 1300 x 330, 6.8 kg Material: Shades in mouth-blown white opal glass with the stem and ba...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Metal

Small Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Steel Chandelier for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Small Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' steel chandelier for Louis Poulsen. The PH Artichoke pendant light was designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for the Langelinie Pavillonen restaur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Ph 4 1/2-3 1/2 Floor Lamp of Chrome with Shades of Opaline Glass
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
The PH 4 1/2-3 1/2 floor lamp, characterized by its elegant chrome frame and opaline glass shades, is a quintessential example of Scandinavian Modern design. Created by the renowned Danish designer Poul Henningsen, this lamp showcases his signature blend of form, function, and timeless beauty. Crafted with precision and attention to detail, the lamp features three opaline glass shades arranged in a harmonious configuration, providing soft, diffused lighting that enhances any interior space. The chrome frame adds a touch of sophistication and complements the overall aesthetic of the lamp. In great vintage condition, this PH floor lamp...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Metal

Poul Henningsen 'PH Snowball' Pendant in Dusty Green & Brass for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH Snowball' Pendant in Dusty Green & Brass for Louis Poulsen. The 'PH Snowball' pendant provides a comfortable, glare-free, diffused light. It features a metallise...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Artichoke Made In Brushed Steel By Poul Henningsen For Louis Poulsen From 1960s
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Exquisite Artichoke Pendant Lamp: Ø60, a stunning creation by renowned designer Poul Henningsen, masterfully crafted by Louis Poulsen in the late 2000s. This iconic lamp, known as the Artichoke, captivates with its intricate design and mesmerizing aesthetics. With a diameter of Ø60, it boasts a brushed steel finish that accentuates its contemporary allure and complements various interior styles. The Artichoke lamp, a modern masterpiece, showcases Henningsen's ingenious three-dimensional, layered design. Its sculptural form consists of overlapping steel leaves that elegantly diffuse light, creating a mesmerizing interplay of shadow and illumination. Crafted with precision and attention to detail, this pendant lamp embodies a harmonious balance between artistic expression and functional lighting. The brushed steel finish adds a touch of sophistication, enhancing the lamp's visual appeal and making it a striking focal point in any space. For enthusiasts of contemporary design or those seeking an iconic lighting fixture...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Steel

PH 3½/2½ Floor Lamp Made In Chrome By Poul Henningsen For Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
The PH3½/2½ floor lamp, a distinguished member of the esteemed 3/2 Family, represents Poul Henningsen's legacy of exquisite lighting design. Collaboratively crafted with precision by...
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Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Opaline Glass

Mid-Century Model PH5 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This is a Poul Henningsen's 1958 design based on the principle of a reflective three-shade system, which directs the majority of the light downwards. The PH5 lamp was launched in 195...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Aluminum

Mid-Century Model PH5 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, 1960s
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This is a Poul Henningsen's 1958 design based on the principle of a reflective three-shade system, which directs the majority of the light downwards. The PH5 lamp was launched in 195...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Aluminum

Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Pendant Lamp
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen pendant lamp, designed for the Langelinie Pavillion in Copenhagen. This item was once of the approximately...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Poul Henningsen Lighting

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Brass

Copper Wall Sconce by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A nicely patinated sconce in copper designed for outdoor/indoor use.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

Materials

Copper

Small Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Chandelier for Louis Poulsen in White
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Small Poul Henningsen 'PH Artichoke' Chandelier for Louis Poulsen in White. The PH Artichoke pendant light was designed in 1958 by Poul Henningsen for the Langelinie Pavillonen re...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Poul Henningsen 'PH Snowball' Pendant in Soft White & Brass for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH Snowball' Pendant in Soft White & Brass for Louis Poulsen. The 'PH Snowball' pendant provides a comfortable, glare-free, diffused light. It features a metallised...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant for Louis Poulsen in Modern White
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen PH 5 pendant for Louis Poulsen in modern white. Poul Henningsen introduced his iconic 'PH 5' pendant light in 1958. Today, the 'PH 5' remains the bestselling design...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Henningsen Lighting

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Poul Henningsen PH 5 Pendant in Dark Blue & Red, Rare Orno Edition, 1960s
By Poul Henningsen, Orno Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A rare Orno version of the classic PH5 lamp by Poul Henningsen. This dark blue and red pendant was one of the pieces manufactured under license by Orno Stockmann in Finland under mod...
Category

1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Henningsen Lighting

Materials

Metal

Poul Henningsen lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Poul Henningsen lighting 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 lighting, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 239 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 306 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original lighting 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 lighting by Fog & Mørup, Vilhelm Lauritzen, and Jo Hammerborg. Prices for Poul Henningsen lighting can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $287 and can go as high as $81,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,880.
Questions About Poul Henningsen Lighting
  • 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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