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Poul Henningsen (1894 - 1967)
Estimate
6,500 - 7,500 GBP
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Description
- A rare Poul Henningsen 5/3 table lamp
- stamped to the underside of the socket 'PAT. APPL.'
- 65cm. high, top shade 50cm. diam.;
- 2ft 1½in., 1ft 7¾in.
manufactured by Louis Poulsen, opal glass and patinated metal, the three graduated shades above a circular base
Literature
A comparable example and drawing illustrated, Tina Jørstian and Poul Erik Munk Nielsen (eds.), Light Years Ahead, The Story of the PH Lamp, Denmark, 2000, pp. 147, 146-150, 157
Condition
A stylish and imposing piece of good overall appearance. There are some old marks and scratches to the metal and variance to the patina as can be seen from the catalogue illustration. There is a small nick to the rim of the lowest shade and this shade is of a slightly lighter colour than the upper shades suggesting that although period, it could possibly have been matched. Piece not guaranteed for electricity. This elegant lamp is ready for display.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
The first sketches for PH table lamps have been traced back to the summer of 1926; by February 1927 the model was completely developed. The 5/3 table lamp stamped 'Pat. Appl.' was produced until May 1928 and was the largest of the table lamps; otherwise the table lamp came in the shade sets 3/2 and 4/3.