Panthella 250 Portable Lamp

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About the Panthella 250 Portable Lamp

Designed in 1971, Panthella stands out as one of Verner Panton’s design icons with its unique expression where both the stand and the shade served as a reflector, thanks to the organic shapes that are characteristic of the Danish designer. The Panthella 250 Portable Lamp is a downscaled edition of Verner Panton’s popular Panthella 400 Table lamp, which makes for easy placement on windowsills, shelves, or tables. Regardless of which colour or material you choose, the Panthella 250 Portable Lamp will provide exceptional light to all surroundings.

Use for longer

Take the new and improved version of the Panthella 250 Portable lamp anywhere and enjoy hours and hours of light. It can be recharged using a USB cord and has a more durable, replaceable battery for extended usage. When fully charged, it provides approximately 5,5 hours of light at 100% and up to 79 hours when dimmed to 10%.

Just touch the top

The Panthella 250 Portable lamp now features a button integrated into the top, inspired by the playful and experimental Danish architect Verner Panton. Simply touch the top nut to adjust the brightness and turn the light on or off.

A white Panthella 250 Portable Lamp sits on a linen-covered table beside reeds and water. © 2026 Louis Poulsen.

The Panthella 250 Lamp in your home

Perfectly sized for versatility, the Panthella Mini sits effortlessly on a side table, shelf, or windowsill. Its distinctive trumpet-shaped base and reflective shade create a subtle upward glow, balancing elegance with practical illumination.

For specific styling inspiration, consider these placement ideas:

Living room: A warm, ambient glow when placed on a side table, enhancing the atmosphere.

Bedroom: A soft bedside companion, casting gentle light perfect for winding down.

Home office: Provides a focused yet inviting light, ideal for working without harsh glare.

Hallway: Positioned on a console table, it offers a welcoming, sculptural presence.

Explore more ways to transform your space with lighting.

A coral Panthella 250 Table Lamp sits on a wide windowsill beside a small ceramic vessel and stones. © 2026 Louis Poulsen.

The Panthella 160 Portable Lamp with a white opal shade glows against a dark, neutral background. © 2026 Louis Poulsen.

Panthella with opal shade

The opal acrylic shade diffuses soft, even light, casting a warm and inviting glow across a room. This makes it particularly suited to living spaces or areas where a gentle, ambient light is preferred.

A white Panthella 160 Portable Lamp glows beneath its domed shade against a dark background. © 2026 Louis Poulsen.

Panthella with opaque shade

Designed to direct light downward, the opaque shade ensures a more focused illumination. The inner white shade reflects light softly within the trumpet-shaped base, creating a refined yet functional glow—perfect for task lighting, reading nooks, or workspaces.

The Panthella family

The Panthella 250 is part of a broader collection of Verner Panton designs, collectively known as the Panthella family.

This collection includes:

Panthella 160 Portable Lamp
Panthella 320 Table Lamp
Panthella 400 Table Lamp
Panthella Floor Lamp
Each Panthella lamp offers a distinctive way to shape your home’s lighting environment.

Discover the Panthella collection

White Panthella Floor Lamp and Panthella table lamps in several sizes stand on a wood floor beside curtains and stone plinths. © 2026 Louis Poulsen.

Need help with your portable lamp?

Visit our FAQ section for answers to common questions about setup, dimming modes, battery care, charging, and more.

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Verner Panton

Verner Panton (1926-1998) is famous for his inspirational and colorful personality. A unique person with a special sense for color, shape, light function and space.

Panthella 160 Portable Lamps in a range of colours fill arched niches in a shelving unit in a bright living room. © 2026 Louis Poulsen.

Colourful Verner Panton

Explore the passionate world of Verner Panton, who designed the original Panthella lamp in 1971, on which the Panthella 160 Portable lamp and its vibrant colours are based.