Finnish Design

He was a pioneer of lighting design and a founder of the first lighting manufacturing company in Finland, Taito Oy.

Nicely handcrafted art carafes produced by Iittala in 1956-1962 and designed by Timo Sarpaneva. Wonderful worked with a nice deep red and blue color with one smaller in grey / sand c...

A rare pair of architectural flush mount ceiling lamps designed by Finnish architect Ola Laiho (1934–2025) and manufactured by Valaisinpaja in Finland.

A vibrant “Tiirunliiru” rya rug designed by Finnish textile artist Terttu Tomero for Neovius during the 1970s.

It is a refined and poetic example of Finnish mid-century lighting design, where elegance, craftsmanship, and playful organic detailing are brought together in perfect balance.

An elegant Art Deco floor lamp incorporating a two-tier occasional table, crafted in Finland during the 1930s–1940s. The design combines practical functionality with the refined geom...

A beautiful art glass vase model 3516, designed by Tapio Wirkkala and manufactured by Iittala in Finland in the 1950s.

Lasse Ollinkari (1921-1993) was a renowned Finnish interior architect known for his modern designs and custom furniture.

The design combines functional lighting with the refined craftsmanship and understated elegance associated with Finnish mid-century design.

An iconic freeform art glass vase from Iittala, designed by legendary Finnish architect and designer Alvar Aalto.

He was well known for designing his own line of furniture and lighting for the numerous buildings that he designed worldwide.

Paavo Tynell is regarded as one of Finland’s pioneering lighting designers, celebrated for his design approach that merged natural inspiration with refined craftsmanship.

A beautiful and increasingly collectible example of Finnish lighting design from the golden age of Nordic modernism.

A larg mid-century coat and hat rack by Vakiopuu, Finland, dating from the 1950s. Crafted in solid birch, this piece beautifully reflects the core values of Finnish modernism: clean ...

One of the hallmarks of Finnish lighting design is its seamless blend into architecture and interior design.

Tapio Wirkkala's 1960s Scandinavian Modern creation of Ultima Thule for Iittala, Finland. This design was meant to interpret the melting ice of a snow covered Finnish island.

The warmth of the wood and the precision of the craftsmanship give them a timeless presence. According the Finnish Forestery Museum Lusto, the dishes might be by Martti Hyppänen who...

He won a gold medal at the 11th Milan Triennale in 1957 and received the State of Finland Award for Industrial Design in 1977. Additionally, Hänninen was an honorary member of the Fi...

This wonderful commemoration of Finnish mid-century design is the Susanna sofa created by Lahti Lepokaulusto and designed in the 1950s by Aake Anttila.

A beautiful example of mid-century Finnish lighting design, combining functionality with ornamental elegance.

The fabric shade is a later replacement, while the birch and brass components remain true to the original design. A rare and highly decorative example of Finnish mid-century lighting...

This practical piece reflects the straightforward, durable design language typical of mid-century Finnish public furnishings.

Although not documented, its craftsmanship and design language suggest connections to makers such as Valinte, Soini, or Itsu.

She designed the lumières and lighting solutions for several large spaces in Finland, such as hospitals, churches, and ships.

Finnish ölgås (beer goose) bowl designed by Germund Paaer (1881–1950) for Kalevala Koru, dating to the 1940s.

Faded stamp on chair underside reads “Aalto Design, Made in Finland” and both legs are engraved with the number “237”.

A rare and exceptionally elegant Finnish table lamp, designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape and manufactured by Orno in Finland during the 1940s.

His works often distilled animals and figures into bold yet witty forms, balancing simplicity with personality. Through his designs, he contributed to the playful and artistic spirit...

Finnish rya rug “Ahjo” designed by Reino Kosti and produced by Neovius, Finland, during the 1970s.

Vintage Glass Wall Plate with Reindeer Design from Meri Lasi, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979 This piece has an attribution mark, Additional information: Materials: G...

A beautiful Art Deco coffee table featuring an oak base, chrome legs, marble top. The materials used exude an elegance and give it a timeless appeal. It's a perfect blend of vintage ...

Illuminate your space with the Itsu set of 3 Finnish 1950's copper pendant lamps, each embodying the timeless elegance of Scandinavian Vintage Design.

Model 40-040 is one of Yki Nummi’s characteristic Finnish lighting designs for Stockmann-Orno. Its combination of painted metal, chrome and black detailing gives it the restrained an...

Commissioned by the prestigious Suomen Käsityön Ystävät (The Friends of Finnish Handicraft), this collectible design is an evocative synthesis of Scandinavian tradition and avant-gar...

Displayed on a shelf, windowsill, or sideboard, it captures light beautifully - the delicate speckling shifts from creamy white to warm sand tones. A classic piece of Finnish modern ...

A rare and sculptural piece of Finnish modernist design, the ‘Saturnus’ coffee table was designed by celebrated architect and designer Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi in the 1970s.

A rare large example designed by the Finnish female artist Friedl Holzer Kjellberg using an 18th century Chinese decorating technique.

The Foro table is a blend of contemporary design and artistic inspiration. Inspired by Mondrian's bold, geometric compositions and abstract figures, this night table feature clean li...

The Romano side table, a harmonious blend of history and modern design, inspired by the iconic Forum Romanum. Drawing from the enduring legacy of Rome’s ancient heart, the Romano t...

Ceiling light designed by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Taito Oy, Finland, c. 1950

The look is almost industrial, yet has the edge is Finnish mid-century design. By the 1950s, Finland had established itself as a force for innovation in design, and the versatility o...

A refined pair of Finnish Art Deco lounge chairs designed by Einari Kyöstilä and produced by Asko in the 1930s.

A set of four birch stools with yellow painted seats, originally manufactured for Enso-Gutzeit, one of Finland’s leading wood producers. The design is simple and functional, featurin...

Model 2517 reflects the Finnish approach to lighting design in the mid-20th century, where modernist clarity was often softened by decorative glasswork and careful material balance.

Ceiling lamp designed by Finnish designer Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno, Finland, 1950s.

Lisa Johannson Pape Pendant for Stockmann Orno Helsinki Finland originally designed in 1947. This example in aluminium was manufactured in the early 1970's.

A sculptural pair of Mandarin lounge chairs designed by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Finland, circa 1960.

A simple and elegant design. In full original condition. much more comfortable then you would expect.

Eye-catching pendant lamp designed by Kai Ruokonen for LYNX, Finland, during the 1970s.

Eye-catching pendant lamp designed by Kai Ruokonen for LYNX, Finland, during the 1970s.

See my other listing for more iittala designer glass Tapio Wirkkala was considered the pioneer of modern Finnish industrial art. Internationally recognized for his glass designs, W...

See my other listing for more iittala designer glass Tapio Wirkkala was considered the pioneer of modern Finnish industrial art. Internationally recognized for his glass designs, W...

An iconic milestone of 20th-century Scandinavian design, this Savoy organic wave vase was designed by legendary Finnish architect and pioneer Alvar Aalto in 1936 and produced in Finl...

An elegant pair of cast brass table lamps, most probably made in Finland during the 1950s. The beautifully proportioned bases feature sculptural, baluster-shaped stems and stepped ci...

A modernistic red clay figurine by Finnish sculptor Viljo Mäkinen for Kupittaan Savi Oy, one of Finland’s most notable pottery and ceramic manufacturers of the mid-twentieth century.

This model “9602” floor lamp, also known as the “Chinese Hat” was originally designed for Hotel Aulanko in Finland. While Tynell’s company collaborated with up-and-coming talent as w...

Pair of Scandinavian Modern clear art glass candlesticks by Riihimäen Lasi, Finland, circa 1965–1975. Retaining the original factory boxes and labels, these sculptural candlesticks f...

A refined example of Finnish mid-century lighting design. This five-arm chandelier combines brass tubing with teak detailing and opaline glass shades, each decorated with a delicate ...

A rare and highly sculptural Model 2438 adjustable lamp by Valinte, produced in Finland during the 1950s. This elegant mid-century design embodies the refined minimalism of Scandina...

Mid-20th century Finnish Geometric brown, beige wool rug Size: 7'4" × 9'11" (223 × 302 cm) This captivating vintage flat-weave rug is a striking example of Finnish modernist textile ...