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1950's Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy Desk Lamp
By Taito Oy
Located in Long Island City, NY
1950's Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy Desk Lamp with a white lacquered shade and brass detailing and an
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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal, Brass, Enamel

1950s Paavo Tynell Style Blooming Brass & White Daisies Chandelier by Lightolier
By Lightolier, Paavo Tynell
Located in Saint Louis, MO
in the style of Paavo Tynell by Lightolier. Organic. Happy. Uplifting. This unique chandelier gently
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Enamel, Brass

Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Glass by Paavo Tynell, 1950's
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Height Adjustable Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Glass by Paavo Tynell, 1950's Additional Information
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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

A Paavo Tynell Commissioned Chandelier, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Helsinki, FI
A large and magnificent custom made Paavo Tynell lamp commissioned for the work residence of Juuso
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

A Paavo Tynell Commissioned Chandelier, 1950s
A Paavo Tynell Commissioned Chandelier, 1950s
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H 43.31 in Dm 39.38 in
Pair of Paavo Tynell Style Wall Sconces, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
Pair of Paavo Tynell style wall sconces from the 1950s. Chromed metal frame with milk glass shades
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Pair of Paavo Tynell Style Wall Sconces, 1950s
Pair of Paavo Tynell Style Wall Sconces, 1950s
H 15.75 in W 9.06 in D 18.71 in
Paavo Tynell Silver Plated Bowl
By Paavo Tynell
Located in North Miami, FL
Silver plated bowl designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by his own company Taito circa 1950's
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Silver Plate

Paavo Tynell  Silver Plated Bowl
Paavo Tynell  Silver Plated Bowl
H 4.5 in W 9.75 in D 9.75 in
1950s Perforated Brass Ceiling Lamp Attributed to Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Perforated Brass Ceiling Lamp Attributed to Paavo Tynell. This sculptural semi-flush mount
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

“9227” Paavo Tynell 1950s Black and Brass Desk Lamp
By Paavo Tynell
Located in New York, NY
A mid-20th century table lamp, model 9227 designed for Idman by Paavo Tynell. Brass and black
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell Desk/Table Lamp
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adjustable desk/table lamp, model no. 5305 by Paavo Tynell, 1950s. Brass and painted perforated
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell Desk/Table Lamp
Paavo Tynell Desk/Table Lamp
H 16.125 in W 7.5 in D 11.74 in
Chandelier in Paavo Tynell Style
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A chandelier in Paavo Tynell style, probably by Itsu, Finland, circa 1940s-1950s. Original glass
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Model 'K-14' Pendant by Paavo Tynell for Idman, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
A rare pendant model K-14 by Paavo Tynell and produced by Idman in 1950s. Copper and opal glass
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Table Lamp by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A table lamp designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman, Finland, circa 1950s. Original paint, marked by
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

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Sheet Metal

Brass Pendant by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in San Francisco, CA
A large edition of the K2-46 chandelier by Paavo Tynell for Idman. The brass shade has twin dot
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Finnish Brass Floor Lamp in Paavo Tynell style, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
Finnish brass floor lamp in Paavo Tynell style from the 1950s. Brass. Good vintage condition, minor
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

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Brass

Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Ceiling light by Paavi Tynell for Taito Oy, Finland, Circa 1950th. Polished brass stem with wire
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount

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Brass

Paavo Tynell table lamp for Idman
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A Tynell table lamp in solid brass for Idman, ca. 1950's An unusual form with an iconic adjustable
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Set of Six Plant Trays Attributed to Paavo Tynell, Finland, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Stockholm, SE
at the Myllykoski paper mill, Finland. Paavo Tynell's office was responsible for the refurbishing of
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Brass, Copper

Paavo Tynell Model "9060" Ceiling Lamp for Taito Oy, Finland 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
iconic design. Paavo Tynell designed this model “9060” in 1950-52 for the secretariat's room at the
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1950s Finnish Perforated Brass Pendant In The Manner of Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Finnish Perforated Brass Pendant In The Manner of Paavo Tynell Executed in perforated brass
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Ceiling Mount Light by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Ceiling mount light designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, Finland, Circa 1950th. Polished brass
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount

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Metal

Table Lamp #9224 by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in San Francisco, CA
A table lamp model #9224 by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy, Finland, 1953. The lamp is in solid brass
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Table Lamp #9224 by Paavo Tynell
Table Lamp #9224 by Paavo Tynell
H 21.5 in W 8.5 in D 10 in
Pair of Pendants by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of counterweight adjustable ceiling lamps, designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman. Model 1942
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamp in Paavo Tynell Style, 1950s/1960s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
Scandinavian Modern floor lamp, in the style of Paavo Tynell, 1950/1960s. Brass with rattan details
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

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Brass

Brass and Cane Wrapped Floor Lamp After Paavo Tynell, circa 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
” height. Other designers of the period include Hans-Ange Jakobson, Paavo Tynell, Josef Frank, and
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Brass

Paavo Tynell Table Lamp, Model 5061, Idman, 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
This classic model no. 5061 has first been introduced in the 1930s with the glass / brass version until later in the 1940s the solid brass and this perforated brass versions were int...
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Paavo Tynell Table Lamp, Model 5061, Idman, 1950s
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp, Model 5061, Idman, 1950s
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H 15.36 in Dm 11.82 in
Vintage Pair of Paavo Tynell Wall Lights in Perforated Brass, Finland, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Paavo Tynell Finland, Vintage A pair of wall lights in brass with perforated shade. Manufactured
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Paavo Tynell for Idman '9224' Brass Table Lamp, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Praha 2, Hlavní město Praha
Idman in Finland, 1950s. One of Paavo Tynell's most notorious and elegant lamp designs, the 9224 model
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Pair of Wall Sconces in the Style of Paavo Tynell, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A pair of walnut and brass wall sconces, each with 3 articulating cream colored glass shades. Verticals are tapered at beth ends. Machined and polished brass wall stand-off. Electric...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Rare Paavo Tynell Brass Perforated Wall Lamp for Taito Oy, Finland 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
Finnish mid-century design is characterized by simple, elegant forms that Paavo Tynell was a master
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Paavo Tynell Model 9224 "Horseshoe" Table Lamp for Idman Oy, Finland 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
Paavo Tynell is one of Finland’s best known and most collected mid-century designers. Tynell was a
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Produced by Idman
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceiling lamp designed by Paavo Tynell. Produced by Idman in Finland.
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Produced by Idman
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Produced by Idman
H 31.5 in W 22.05 in D 22.05 in
Paavo Tynell Style Flexible Wall Light of Brass and Cane Denmark 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Vintage flexible wall lamp in the style of Finish designer Paavo Tynell, made in Denmark in the
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell Chandelier with Snowflakes Model 9065
By Paavo Tynell
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare and beautiful Paavo Tynell chandelier, circa 1950s. Stamped made in Finland, Taito Oy, 9065
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

A Grand Paavo Tynell Brass Ceiling Pendant, Idman 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
A large brass ceiling lamp by the master of Finnish lighting design Paavo Tynell. This sizable
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Rare PSO Flush Mount " Starry Sky" in Paavo Tynell Style, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
Rare flush mount "Starry Sky" in Paavo Tynell style manufactured by PSO Finland from the 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Metal

Pendant by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Pedant designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, Finland, circa 1950s. Model K2-49. Painted metal
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Paavo Tynell & Idman Brass Wall Lamp, Finland 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Espoo, FI
Set of 2 solid brass wall lamps by Paavo Tynell. Manufactured by Idman in Finland in the 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Rare Paavo Tynell Wall Lamp, Taito Oy 1950s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
An extremely rare and brilliant wall lamp/sconce by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Taito Oy in
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Rare Paavo Tynell Wall Lamp, Taito Oy 1950s
Rare Paavo Tynell Wall Lamp, Taito Oy 1950s
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H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 5.91 in
Polished Brass Pendant Lamp in the Style of Paavo Tynell, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Very rare pendant lamp in the style of Paavo Tynell, made in Finland in the 1950s. The lighting is
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Polished Brass Pendant Lamp in the Style of Paavo Tynell, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Very rare pendant lamp in the style of Paavo Tynell, made in Finland in the 1950s. The lighting is
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Polished Brass Pendant Lamp in the Style of Paavo Tynell, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Very rare pendant lamp in the style of Paavo Tynell, made in Finland in the 1950s. The lighting is
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Finnish Table Lamp in Paavo Tynell Style, Wood Strip Shade and Brass, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
Finnish Table Lamp in Paavo Tynell Style, Wood Strip Shade and Brass, 1950s. Original condition.
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Paavo Tynell, Wall Light, Model 7174 for Taito, Finland, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare adjustable wall light by Paavo Tynell, model 7174. Manufactured by Taito in Finland, 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Paavo Tynell for Idman Copper Wall Lamp Model 7307, 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Praha 2, Hlavní město Praha
, 1950s. This large, rare copper wall lamp was designed by Finnish lighting pioneer Paavo Tynell and
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Copper, Iron

Paavo Tynell Pendant for Taito Oy, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Pendant designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy from the 1950s. Stamped, brass frame with rope
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Commissioned Paavo Tynell Table Lamp, Taito Oy, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
An extremely rare commissioned lamp by Paavo Tynell. This lamp has features from several models yet
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Commissioned Paavo Tynell Table Lamp, Taito Oy, 1950s
Commissioned Paavo Tynell Table Lamp, Taito Oy, 1950s
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H 15.75 in W 11.42 in D 11.42 in
Paavo Tynell, pair of 1950's garden lights for Idman Oy
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
In the world of design, the collaboration between the visionary Paavo Tynell and the esteemed Idman
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal

Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Produced by Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare and large ceiling lamp designed by Paavo Tynell. Produced by Taito Oy in Finland. Height
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Produced by Taito Oy
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Produced by Taito Oy
H 46.07 in W 20.48 in D 20.48 in
Paavo Tynell Copper Pendant, Idman
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The place were we usually run into this model Tynell lamp is in the kitchen. Please note this is
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Paavo Tynell Copper Pendant, Idman
Paavo Tynell Copper Pendant, Idman
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H 32.68 in Dm 7.88 in
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp model no A1998, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito-idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful adjustable lamp by Paavo Tynell that harmoniously combines many elements such as brass
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp model no A1998, 1950s
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp model no A1998, 1950s
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H 44.1 in Dm 24.02 in
Paavo Tynell Style Brass Chandelier & Hand Blown Glass
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Stamford, CT
A whimsical and elegant brass and glass chandelier in the style Paavo Tynell. Four oval blown glass
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Pair of Large Size Paavo Tynell Pendant Lights by Taito Oy - 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Espoo, FI
Pair of large size pendant lights by Paavo Tynell. These lights are made by Taito Oy in the 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Paavo Tynell Chandelier with Snowflakes EARLY Model 9065
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Made circa 1950. This beautiful and rare Paavo Tynell chandelier is a timeless midcentury feat of
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Pair of Midcentury Wall or Ceiling Lights Sconces Spots by Paavo Tynell, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of adjustable brass lights for wall or ceiling, Finland, 1950s. Lamp sockets: one E27 (US
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Pair of Paavo Tynell Flush Mounts for Idman, 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of Paavo Tynell flush mounts for Idman Oy from the 1950s. Metal frame with milk glass shades
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount

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Metal

Set of 3 Polished Brass Pendant Lamps Attributed to Paavo Tynell, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Set of three very rare pendant lamps attributed to Paavo Tynell, made in Finland in the 1950s. The
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Paavo Tynell Wall Lamp Model 10331, Idman 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
from the early 1950s. This model lamp is quite rare since this is the only example we have seen during
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell Wall Lamp  Model 10331, Idman 1950s
Paavo Tynell Wall Lamp  Model 10331, Idman 1950s
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H 36 in W 14 in D 13 in
Pair of Table Lamps by Paavo Tynell Model 9227
By Paavo Tynell
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of table lamps, model 9227 by Paavo Tynell designed for Idman/Taito, circa 1950s. Repowder
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Paavo Tynell Table lamp Model. 5233, Taito Oy 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Beautiful Paavo Tynell table lamp model 5233 in mint green, manufactured by Taito Oy in Finland in
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

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Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell Table lamp Model. 5233, Taito Oy 1950s
Paavo Tynell Table lamp Model. 5233, Taito Oy 1950s
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H 1.19 in W 7.49 in D 7.88 in
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp M. A1957, Taito Oy 1950s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful and rare ceiling lamp in full brass. Designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp M. A1957, Taito Oy 1950s
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp M. A1957, Taito Oy 1950s
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H 43.31 in Dm 7.88 in
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1950s Paavo Tynell For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 1950s paavo tynell you’re looking for. Each 1950s paavo tynell for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and glass. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 1950s paavo tynell, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each 1950s paavo tynell bearing Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 1950s paavo tynell over the years, but those crafted by Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy and Idman are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a 1950s Paavo Tynell?

The average selling price for a 1950s paavo tynell at 1stDibs is $6,500, while they’re typically $295 on the low end and $270,962 for the highest priced.

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Questions About 1950s Paavo Tynell
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    Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
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    The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
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    In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
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    There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
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    In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.

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