Verner Panton lamps
Add glare-free light and refined colour accents with the versatile Verner Panton lamps. The Panthella collection creates an elegant atmosphere in any setting, bringing together organic form, soft and elegant light distribution. Today, many design enthusiasts regard Verner Panton’s Panthella lamps as modern icons of Scandinavian design.
The Panthella Floor Lamp in white opal acrylic emits calm, diffused light from the shade, complemented by downward-directed illumination within the lamp. Explore the distinctive colour palette of the Panthella Table lamps in Ø400 and Ø320, as well as the Panthella Portable lamps in Ø250 and Ø160.
Discover Verner Panton lamps from Louis Poulsen and introduce distinctive, colour-led design into your interior.
The iconic
Verner Panton design
The creative designer behind Louis Poulsen’s Verner Panton lamps was a visionary of Danish design. Throughout a career spanning more than five decades, Verner Panton challenged conventions with his confident use of colour, form and light, shaping interiors that felt bold and forward-looking.
Discover how Verner Panton’s distinctive design approach left a mark on modern lighting and interior design.
Trailblazing architecture and design
Colourful interiors
Iconic lighting designs
The Panthella 160 Portable
Panthella in the home
Panthella lends itself naturally to the dining room, living room and bedroom. In the dining room, it provides soft, glare-free light across the table, encouraging conversation and shared moments. In the living room, Panthella lamps in varying sizes and colours can be arranged together to create a balanced yet lively interior. In the bedroom, the lamp offers calm, functional illumination that supports rest and everyday rituals.
Dining room
Within the dining room, Panthella creates a welcoming setting with gently diffused light distributed evenly over the table surface. Portable editions such as Panthella 160 and Panthella 250 allow the light to be placed precisely where it is needed. Their soft illumination enhances both the meal and the atmosphere around it. Panthella’s distinctive silhouette and considered colour range introduce a sculptural quality, contributing to a timeless expression.
Living room
In living spaces, Panthella can be composed in different scales and finishes to establish a cohesive lighting scheme. Combining several versions allows the light to respond to both quiet evenings and more active use. The Panthella Floor Lamp is frequently positioned within the living area, where its glare-free light and flexible placement help maintain a sense of calm. The palette of colours offers scope for personal interpretation while preserving harmony within the room.
Kitchen
Panthella sits comfortably within the kitchen, delivering even and comfortable illumination across worktops and preparation areas. Its simple form integrates easily with cabinetry and furnishings, whether placed on a sideboard or kitchen island. The robust construction supports longevity, while portable models such as Panthella 160 and Panthella 250 make it straightforward to position light accurately, including beneath wall cupboards. Panthella brings a discreet note of Danish design and practicality into the kitchen environment.
The history of Panthella
During the 1960s, Louis Poulsen began a collaboration with Verner Panton, whose uncompromising approach to light and form challenged established conventions. Panthella evolved over several years, as Panton explored materials, reflection and colour to achieve a soft, atmospheric quality of light.
The chrome version was particularly close to his vision. The high-lustre chrome-plated finish expresses Verner Panton’s confident and experimental character. At a time defined by more muted interiors, chrome was a deliberate and forward-looking choice, reflecting his willingness to question prevailing norms. Today, the finish has regained relevance as the visual language of the 1970s once again informs contemporary interiors.
When introduced in 1971, Panthella brought together an organic form with distinctive, glare-free illumination. The curved shade and trumpet-shaped base work in dialogue, reflecting light softly and evenly. Panthella is now regarded by many as a modern design icon.
Design heritage and craftsmanship
Panthella demonstrates Verner Panton’s ability to unite form, colour and function within a coherent whole. Since 1971, the lamp has remained part of Louis Poulsen’s collection and is today the only Verner Panton design produced by Louis Poulsen.
The Flowerpot lamp, also designed by Verner Panton, is no longer included in the collection, yet it holds recognised status as a modern design icon. Together, Flowerpot and Panthella represent two complementary expressions within Panton’s design universe and underline his enduring influence on Danish design with international reach.
Beyond light
Verner Panton lamps serve not only as practical sources of illumination but also as defining visual elements within an interior. Even when switched off, Panthella’s organic contours and balanced proportions contribute a distinctive graphic presence. Its recognisable form can become a natural focal point, adding character while maintaining an understated elegance.
An artist at heart
Verner Panton was a pioneer of Danish design, acknowledged for his assured use of colour, geometry and light. From furniture such as the Cone Chair and the Panton Chair to his innovative lighting designs, Panthella reflects his capacity to combine aesthetics, function and experimentation. His visionary approach continues to influence how light shapes both space and atmosphere.
Light sources for Panthella
The Panthella range offers a variety of light source solutions to ensure flexibility and considered illumination:
Panthella 160 Portable The Originals: Integrated LED light source with step-dim function for adjustable brightness.
Panthella 250 Portable The Originals: Integrated LED light source with step-dim function for adjustable brightness.
Panthella 160 Portable: Integrated LED light source with step-dim function for adjustable brightness.
Panthella 250 Portable: Integrated LED light source with step-dim function for adjustable brightness.
Panthella 320 Table Lamp: E14 socket, compatible with a range of light sources.
Panthella 400 Table Lamp: E27 socket, compatible with selected LED and smart light sources.
Panthella Floor Lamp: E27 socket, compatible with selected LED and smart light sources.
For reading and focused tasks, a cooler light source of around 3000K is recommended. A warmer light source of 2700K or lower creates a softer, more intimate atmosphere.
All models with E sockets are compatible with LED light sources (including selected smart bulbs) and incandescent bulbs (light source not included).
Batteries and LED repair kits are available under spare parts for the Panthella range on the product pages.
Please refer to Louis Poulsen’s light source guide for further guidance.
