Poul Henningsen wall lamp
This wall-mounted lamp is the rare model PH-1, designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark during the 1930s. It is constructed with a browned brass arm and wall plate combined with three original glass shades in a warm yellow tone. The shade assembly follows Henningsen’s signature three-shade system, designed to distribute light evenly and prevent glare by carefully controlling the reflection and diffusion of the bulb’s light. The result is a soft, comfortable illumination ideal for both functional and atmospheric purposes.
The lamp features a gracefully curved wall arm in darkened brass, providing a subtle contrast to the glossy yellow glass shades. The three shades are graduated in size, with the largest shade on top and the smallest at the bottom, forming a visually balanced and functional composition that directs light both downward and outward. The original finish shows gentle wear consistent with age, including a natural patina on the brass and minor surface marks on the glass, all contributing to its authentic vintage character.
Poul Henningsen (1894–1967) was a pioneering Danish designer and architect, known for his innovative approach to lighting design. He collaborated with Louis Poulsen from the 1920s onward, developing a series of lamps that revolutionized lighting design by focusing on glare-free illumination and harmonious light distribution. The PH-1 wall lamp is part of this groundbreaking series and represents an early and collectible example of Henningsen’s work, which continues to influence lighting design worldwide.
Louis Poulsen, the Danish lighting manufacturer, is recognized for its longstanding collaboration with leading designers and architects, producing some of the most iconic Scandinavian lighting designs of the 20th century. Their production of Henningsen’s lamps set a new standard for both technical quality and aesthetic refinement, blending functionality with a timeless modernist sensibility.
Dimensions: 16 cm (6.3 in) wide, 27 cm (10.6 in) deep, and 17 cm (6.7 in) high.
Dimensions (cm) | W: 16 / D: 27 / H: 17 |
| Producer | Louis Poulsen |
| Color | Yellow |
| Decade | 1930s |
| Country | Denmark |
| Style | Danish modern, Scandinavian Modern |
| Material | Brass, Glass |
| Designed in | 1930s |
| Item Number | 95487 |
Poul Henningsen
Poul Henningsen (1894 – 1967) was born on September 9, 1894, in Ordrup, Denmark, and became one of the most celebrated figures in Danish design history. Known primarily for his innovative work in lighting design, Henningsen transformed the w...
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