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Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier

1960s Rare Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier 5-Arm Pierced Cones Vintage Mid-Century
1960s Rare Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier 5-Arm Pierced Cones Vintage Mid-Century

1960s Rare Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier 5-Arm Pierced Cones Vintage Mid-Century

By Lightolier

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Wonderful and rare find, a 5 arm pierced cone off-white and brass chandelier in the manner of Paavo

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Vintage 1960s American Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Paavo Tynell Style Brass Chandelier by Lightolier
Paavo Tynell Style Brass Chandelier by Lightolier

Paavo Tynell Style Brass Chandelier by Lightolier

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Winnipeg, MB

Stunning and unique brass chandelier in the style of Paavo Tynell by Lightolier. This piece

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Paavo Tynell Style Rare Chandelier, Early 1900s
Paavo Tynell Style Rare Chandelier, Early 1900s

Paavo Tynell Style Rare Chandelier, Early 1900s

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Paavo Tynell style rare chandelier from the early 1900s. Chromed metal frame with milk glass shades

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Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Large Cascading Chandelier in the style of Paavo Tynell, 1950's
Large Cascading Chandelier in the style of Paavo Tynell, 1950's

Large Cascading Chandelier in the style of Paavo Tynell, 1950's

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Barcelona, ES

Large cascading chandelier in the style of Paavo Tynell works from 1950's. Stylish perforated

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Glass and Brass Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynell
Glass and Brass Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynell

Glass and Brass Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynell

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Delicate chandelier; 15 candelabra sockets each take a 60 watt bulb.

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Paavo Tynell Style Antique Brass Pendant
Paavo Tynell Style Antique Brass Pendant

Paavo Tynell Style Antique Brass Pendant

$5,600 / item

H 30 in Dm 17.5 in

Paavo Tynell Style Antique Brass Pendant

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Antique brass and frosted glass lights with perforated brass shade. Sold individually. Beautiful effect when the light passes through metal shade. Down light is very soft due to the ...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

European Art Deco Paavo Tynell Style Brass Chandelier Pendant Fully Restored
European Art Deco Paavo Tynell Style Brass Chandelier Pendant Fully Restored

European Art Deco Paavo Tynell Style Brass Chandelier Pendant Fully Restored

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Hailing from Denmark and dating back to the 1930s is this glamorous Paavo Tynell style Art Deco

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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Paavo Tynell Style Brass Pendants
Pair of Paavo Tynell Style Brass Pendants

Pair of Paavo Tynell Style Brass Pendants

$9,200 / set

H 30 in Dm 17.5 in

Pair of Paavo Tynell Style Brass Pendants

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Brass and frosted glass lights with perforated brass shade. Can be sold individually. Beautiful effect when the light passes through metal shade. Down light is very soft due to the f...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Brass and Crystal Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynell
Brass and Crystal Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynell

Brass and Crystal Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynell

By Paavo Tynell, Lightolier

Located in Saint Louis, MO

A brass and crystal chandelier attributed to Lightolier, in the style of Paavo Tynell. Possibly

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Vintage 1950s American Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Polished Brass Pendant Lamp in the Style of Paavo Tynell, 1950s
Polished Brass Pendant Lamp in the Style of Paavo Tynell, 1950s

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

Materials

Brass

Polished Brass Pendant Lamp in the Style of Paavo Tynell, 1950s
Polished Brass Pendant Lamp in the Style of Paavo Tynell, 1950s

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

Materials

Brass

Polished Brass Pendant Lamp in the Style of Paavo Tynell, 1950s
Polished Brass Pendant Lamp in the Style of Paavo Tynell, 1950s

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

Materials

Brass

Large Brass Reflector Pendant, in the Style of Paavo Tynell, 1970s
Large Brass Reflector Pendant, in the Style of Paavo Tynell, 1970s

Large Brass Reflector Pendant, in the Style of Paavo Tynell, 1970s

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

A custom-made polished bronze pendant light dating to the late 1970s-early 1980s. The design features a broad concave reflector with a central frosted diffuser, suspended from three ...

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Vintage 1970s Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Brass Suspension Pendant Lamp In the Style of Paavo Tynell, 1960s, Finland
Brass Suspension Pendant Lamp In the Style of Paavo Tynell, 1960s, Finland

Brass Suspension Pendant Lamp In the Style of Paavo Tynell, 1960s, Finland

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Brass Suspension Pendant Lamp In the Style of Paavo Tynell, 1960s, Finland Unusual and rare design

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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Ceiling Lamp in the Style of Paavo Tynell Produced by Itsu in Finland
Ceiling Lamp in the Style of Paavo Tynell Produced by Itsu in Finland

Ceiling Lamp in the Style of Paavo Tynell Produced by Itsu in Finland

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare counter weight ceiling lamp in the style of Paavo Tynell. Produced by Itsu in Finland. Measure

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Monumental Paavo Tynell Baroque Style Brass Ceiling Lamp, Taito 1950s
Monumental Paavo Tynell Baroque Style Brass Ceiling Lamp, Taito 1950s

Monumental Paavo Tynell Baroque Style Brass Ceiling Lamp, Taito 1950s

By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy

Located in Helsinki, FI

-Lahti "Wood Church", Tynell designed this lamp with the old baroque glamour and style in mind to match

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Tynell Style Pendant Lamps
Pair of Tynell Style Pendant Lamps

Pair of Tynell Style Pendant Lamps

$2,200 / set

H 10.5 in Dm 5 in

Pair of Tynell Style Pendant Lamps

By Paavo Tynell

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A pair of Paavo Tynell style pendant lamps. Polished brass, with perforations. Hourglass shape.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Empire Style Paavo Tynell Pendant 1374, Brass, Metal & Amber Glass, Taito 1940s
Empire Style Paavo Tynell Pendant 1374, Brass, Metal & Amber Glass, Taito 1940s

Empire Style Paavo Tynell Pendant 1374, Brass, Metal & Amber Glass, Taito 1940s

By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell

Located in Helsinki, FI

decoration, and silk shades. The lamp model is 1374 by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito Oy in the 1940s

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Empire Revival Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell Style Flush Mount Light Fixture Chandelier Mid Century Modern
Paavo Tynell Style Flush Mount Light Fixture Chandelier Mid Century Modern

Paavo Tynell Style Flush Mount Light Fixture Chandelier Mid Century Modern

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Atlanta, GA

Paavo Tynell Style Flush Mount Light Fixture, circa 1950s. Rewired and ready to mount.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Paavo Tynell Style Flush Mount Light Fixture Chandelier Mid Century Modern Lamp
Paavo Tynell Style Flush Mount Light Fixture Chandelier Mid Century Modern Lamp

Paavo Tynell Style Flush Mount Light Fixture Chandelier Mid Century Modern Lamp

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant Mid Century Modern Chandelier or Flush Mount Light Fixture, in the style of Paavo Tynell

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Lightolier Chandelier Ceiling Fixture Lamp style of Paavo Tynell
Lightolier Chandelier Ceiling Fixture Lamp style of Paavo Tynell

Lightolier Chandelier Ceiling Fixture Lamp style of Paavo Tynell

By Lightolier

Located in Chicago, IL

vintage fixture. Reminiscent of Italian fixtures by Arredoluce by Gino Sarfatti and Paavo Tynell I

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Chandelier in Style of Paavo Tynell, Finland, 1950s
Scandinavian Modern Chandelier in Style of Paavo Tynell, Finland, 1950s

Scandinavian Modern Chandelier in Style of Paavo Tynell, Finland, 1950s

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Scandinavian Modern chandelier in style of Paavo Tynell, manufactured in Finland, 1950s. Brass

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Lightolier Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynell c. 1950s
Mid Century Modern Lightolier Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynell c. 1950s

Mid Century Modern Lightolier Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynell c. 1950s

By Lightolier

Located in Saint Louis, MO

strength and beauty. Moving forward from similarly shaped floral inspired Paavo Tynell's fixtures, this

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1950s Lightolier 6 arms Art Deco Style Glass and Brass Chandelier , USA
1950s Lightolier 6 arms Art Deco Style Glass and Brass Chandelier , USA

1950s Lightolier 6 arms Art Deco Style Glass and Brass Chandelier , USA

By Paavo Tynell, Gerald Thurston, Lightolier, Edward Wormley

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

1950s Lightolier Art Deco style 6 arms chandelier made of bowls shaped , striped glass shade

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

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Paavo Tynell Style Beautiful Polished Brass Bowl Glass Ball Pendant Chandelier
Paavo Tynell Style Beautiful Polished Brass Bowl Glass Ball Pendant Chandelier

Paavo Tynell Style Beautiful Polished Brass Bowl Glass Ball Pendant Chandelier

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Mount Penn, PA

Beautiful mid-century pierced brass uplight bowl chandelier with fancy double brass palm leaf style

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Danish Mid-century Modern Chandelier in Brass 1950s in the Style of Paavo Tynell
Danish Mid-century Modern Chandelier in Brass 1950s in the Style of Paavo Tynell

Danish Mid-century Modern Chandelier in Brass 1950s in the Style of Paavo Tynell

By Th. Valentiner, Paavo Tynell

Located in Vordingborg, DK

. Valentiner in the style of Paavo Tynell. Innerside of shade with new white lacquer, rewired. Fine

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Danish design TH Valentiner brass adjustable pendent in Paavo Tynell style
Danish design TH Valentiner brass adjustable pendent in Paavo Tynell style

Danish design TH Valentiner brass adjustable pendent in Paavo Tynell style

By Th. Valentiner

Located in Vejle, DK

Paavo Tynell, style of: Adjustable pendant with brass shade and canopy. Manufactured and marked by

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Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Finnish Mid-Century Modern 5-Armed Stylish Brass Chandelier
Finnish Mid-Century Modern 5-Armed Stylish Brass Chandelier

Finnish Mid-Century Modern 5-Armed Stylish Brass Chandelier

By Itsu, Paavo Tynell

Located in Turku, FI

glass shades made by Itsu in the style of Paavo Tynell. The chandelier has delicate detailed flowers

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Rare Midcentury Crystal Glass Brass Flower Chandelier Josef Frank Style, 1950s
Rare Midcentury Crystal Glass Brass Flower Chandelier Josef Frank Style, 1950s

Rare Midcentury Crystal Glass Brass Flower Chandelier Josef Frank Style, 1950s

By Paavo Tynell, Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE

Gorgeous Josef Frank attribution midcentury chandelier most probably made by Svenskt Tenn, Austria

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Paavo Tynell Style Eight-Light Chandelier
Paavo Tynell Style Eight-Light Chandelier

Paavo Tynell Style Eight-Light Chandelier

By Paavo Tynell

Located in San Francisco, CA

Paavo Tynell style design chandelier comprised of a brass tubular frame with frosted dimple shapes

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Paavo Tynell Style Six-Light Chandelier
Paavo Tynell Style Six-Light Chandelier

Paavo Tynell Style Six-Light Chandelier

By Paavo Tynell

Located in San Francisco, CA

Paavo Tynell style six light chandelier with ivory white enamel shades and opaque glass diffusers

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Vintage 1950s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Scandinavian Brass Chandelier in Paavo Tynell Style, Early 1900s
Scandinavian Brass Chandelier in Paavo Tynell Style, Early 1900s

Scandinavian Brass Chandelier in Paavo Tynell Style, Early 1900s

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

and glass details. Paavo tynell style. The light is in good condition, and the wires have been

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Early 20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Lampshade Rattan Paavo Tynell style 1950s
Lampshade Rattan Paavo Tynell style 1950s

Lampshade Rattan Paavo Tynell style 1950s

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Benalmadena, ES

Fantastic rattan lampshade from the 1950s in the style of Paavo Tynell, large in size, ideal for

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Rattan

1960s Style Paavo Tynell Atomic Brass Chandelier Italy
1960s Style Paavo Tynell Atomic Brass Chandelier Italy

1960s Style Paavo Tynell Atomic Brass Chandelier Italy

By Paavo Tynell, Stilnovo

Located in Chula Vista, CA

. unmarked, attributed style designer Paavo Tynell. 29.5 height x 23.5 inches diameter. very good original

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Iron

Mid century brass enamel chandelier in the style of Paavo Tynell
Mid century brass enamel chandelier in the style of Paavo Tynell

Mid century brass enamel chandelier in the style of Paavo Tynell

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Atlanta, GA

Beautiful metal and enamel eight light chandelier in the style of Finnish Designer Paavo Tynell. It

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Mid-20th Century Brass Chandelier, Paavo Tynell Style, Made in Finland
Mid-20th Century Brass Chandelier, Paavo Tynell Style, Made in Finland

Mid-20th Century Brass Chandelier, Paavo Tynell Style, Made in Finland

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Turku, Finland

Beautiful 3-arm Tynell Style Chandelier / Pendant from 1950's. Manufactured by Sario Finland

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pendants in the Style of Paavo Tynell
Pendants in the Style of Paavo Tynell

Pendants in the Style of Paavo Tynell

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Perforated pendants, frosted glass diffuser.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Pair of Swedish Pendant, 1970s Paavo Tynell Style
Pair of Swedish Pendant, 1970s Paavo Tynell Style

Pair of Swedish Pendant, 1970s Paavo Tynell Style

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Pair of pendant in the style of Paavo Tynell.  

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Brass Pendant Lamp in the Style of Paavo Tynell
Brass Pendant Lamp in the Style of Paavo Tynell

Brass Pendant Lamp in the Style of Paavo Tynell

By Paavo Tynell

Located in New York, NY

This bell-shaped pendant is in the style of Finnish lighting designer Paavo Tynell. Its design is

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20th Century Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Paavo Tynell Style 24-Light Pierced Brass Ceiling Fixture
Paavo Tynell Style 24-Light Pierced Brass Ceiling Fixture

Paavo Tynell Style 24-Light Pierced Brass Ceiling Fixture

By Paavo Tynell

Located in New York, NY

designer Paavo Tynell, this item features a pierced brass dome issuing down-swept candle-arms. With a total

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Paavo Tynell Style 6-Arm Chandelier in Brass with Leaf Motif and Crystals 1960s
Paavo Tynell Style 6-Arm Chandelier in Brass with Leaf Motif and Crystals 1960s

Paavo Tynell Style 6-Arm Chandelier in Brass with Leaf Motif and Crystals 1960s

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

, in the style of Paavo Tynell, American 1960's. The organic motif is beautiful and the crystals add a

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

1960s Sputnik Chandelier Five Perforated Brass Shades Style Paavo Tynell, Italy
1960s Sputnik Chandelier Five Perforated Brass Shades Style Paavo Tynell, Italy

1960s Sputnik Chandelier Five Perforated Brass Shades Style Paavo Tynell, Italy

By Paavo Tynell, Stilnovo

Located in Chula Vista, CA

designer Paavo Tynell. Dimensions: 29 height x 23.5 inches diameter. Very good vintage condition. Light

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Iron

Mid-20th Century Brass Chandelier, Paavo Tynell Style, Made in Finland
Mid-20th Century Brass Chandelier, Paavo Tynell Style, Made in Finland

Mid-20th Century Brass Chandelier, Paavo Tynell Style, Made in Finland

By Paavo Tynell, Korumo

Located in Turku, Finland

Beautiful Tynell Style Chandelier / Pendant from 1950's. Manufactured by Korumo Finland

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Brass & Glass Suspension Pendant Lamp Style of Paavo Tynell, 1960s Finland
Brass & Glass Suspension Pendant Lamp Style of Paavo Tynell, 1960s Finland

Brass & Glass Suspension Pendant Lamp Style of Paavo Tynell, 1960s Finland

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Gorgeous brass & glass suspension pendant lamp style of Paavo Tynell 1960s Finland Unusual and

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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Flower Form Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynell for Lightolier
Mid-Century Flower Form Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynell for Lightolier

Mid-Century Flower Form Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynell for Lightolier

By Lightolier, Paavo Tynell

Located in Astoria, NY

A vintage brass and enamel daisy shaped chandelier in the style of Paavo Tynell for Lightolier. The

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Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Enamel

1950's Glass Brass Wicker Ceiling Fixture In The Style of Paavo Tynell
1950's Glass Brass Wicker Ceiling Fixture In The Style of Paavo Tynell

1950's Glass Brass Wicker Ceiling Fixture In The Style of Paavo Tynell

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Vienna, AT

Rare ceiling lamp in the style of Paavo Tynell featuring a square faux-wicker basket and textured

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

1950s Paavo Tynell Style Eight-Light Chandelier
1950s Paavo Tynell Style Eight-Light Chandelier

1950s Paavo Tynell Style Eight-Light Chandelier

Located in Toronto, ON

An elegant brass and white painted light fixture after prominent designer Paavo Tynell. The light

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Metal

BRASS CHANDELIER IN THE STYLE OF PAAVO TYNELL
BRASS CHANDELIER IN THE STYLE OF PAAVO TYNELL

BRASS CHANDELIER IN THE STYLE OF PAAVO TYNELL

Located in New York, NY

Brass chandelier in the style of Paavo Tynell with 12 arms over a pierced uplight with 4 bulbs.

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Large Brass Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynell
Large Brass Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynell

Large Brass Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynell

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Large brass chandelier in the style of Paavo Tynell.

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20th Century American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Steel

Chandelier by Lightolier in the Style of Paavo Tynell
Chandelier by Lightolier in the Style of Paavo Tynell

Chandelier by Lightolier in the Style of Paavo Tynell

Located in Long Island City, NY

Eight Light Chandelier designed by Lightolier. Manufactured by Lightolier Canada, 1960s. Stamped

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Vintage 1960s Canadian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Brass Chandelier by Lightolier in the style of Paavo Tynell
Brass Chandelier by Lightolier in the style of Paavo Tynell

Brass Chandelier by Lightolier in the style of Paavo Tynell

Located in New York, NY

A six-arm brass chandelier by Lightolier (signed), in the style of Paavo Tynell. USA, circa 1950

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Vintage 1960s American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Large Swedish Ceiling Lamp 50's Fall in Fabric & Brass Style of Paavo Tynell
Large Swedish Ceiling Lamp 50's Fall in Fabric & Brass Style of Paavo Tynell

Large Swedish Ceiling Lamp 50's Fall in Fabric & Brass Style of Paavo Tynell

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Scandinavian hanging lamp from the 1950s with a rise and fall system in beige lacquered metal with vermiculated paint. Original pleated fabric shade, ceiling attachment and solid bra...

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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Bent Karlby Style Metal Pendant with Perforated Pattern and Opaline Glass 1950s
Bent Karlby Style Metal Pendant with Perforated Pattern and Opaline Glass 1950s

Bent Karlby Style Metal Pendant with Perforated Pattern and Opaline Glass 1950s

By Bent Karlby, Paavo Tynell, Lyfa, Jo Hammerborg

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

the shade has a white lacquer finish. The lamp is in the style of designers such as Paavo Tynell

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier
Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier

Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier

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H 15 in W 19 in D 19 in

Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Paavo Tynell style chandelier. Mid-Century Modern

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Big Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier
Big Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier

Big Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier

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H 39.38 in Dm 47.25 in

Big Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier

By Paavo Tynell

Located in grand Lancy, CH

Big Paavo Tynell style chandelier.

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Vintage 1960s European Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier
Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier

Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier

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H 26 in Dm 27 in

Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier Paavo Tynell attributed five arm chandelier with brass flowers

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier by Itsu
Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier by Itsu

Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier by Itsu

By Itsu

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

Paavo Tynell style chandelier by Itsu. Model ER 85/9 Decorated with brass leaves and flowers

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pristine Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier by Lightolier
Pristine Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier by Lightolier

Pristine Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier by Lightolier

By Paavo Tynell, Lightolier

Located in South Charleston, WV

". While Paavo Tynell collaborated with Lightoliuer, it is not known if this model is his design, but

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pristine Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier by Lightolier
Pristine Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier by Lightolier

Pristine Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier by Lightolier

By Paavo Tynell, Lightolier

Located in South Charleston, WV

minimum drop is 19". While Paavo Tynell collaborated with Lightoliuer, it is not known if this model is

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Steel

1950s Paavo Tynell Style Blooming Brass & White Daisies Chandelier by Lightolier
1950s Paavo Tynell Style Blooming Brass & White Daisies Chandelier by Lightolier

1950s Paavo Tynell Style Blooming Brass & White Daisies Chandelier by Lightolier

By Paavo Tynell, Lightolier

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

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Chandelier in Paavo Tynell Style by Itsu
Chandelier in Paavo Tynell Style by Itsu

Chandelier in Paavo Tynell Style by Itsu

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Long Island City, NY

Midcentury three lights chandelier in style of Paavo Tynell. Manufactured by Itsu, Finland. Brass

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Paavo Tynell Style Brass Chandelier & Hand Blown Glass
Paavo Tynell Style Brass Chandelier & Hand Blown Glass

Paavo Tynell Style Brass Chandelier & Hand Blown Glass

By Paavo Tynell

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A whimsical and elegant brass and glass chandelier in the style Paavo Tynell. Four oval blown glass

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Five-arm Brass Pendant Light / Chandelier, Style of Paavo Tynell
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Five-arm Brass Pendant Light / Chandelier, Style of Paavo Tynell

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Paavo Tynell, with its elegant use of materials and refined craftsmanship. - Height ~ 60cm / 24in

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order, currently wired for plug in. Dates from the mid-20th century in the style of Paavo Tynell.

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Mid-20th Century Brass Chandelier, Paavo Tynell Style, Made in Finland
Mid-20th Century Brass Chandelier, Paavo Tynell Style, Made in Finland

Mid-20th Century Brass Chandelier, Paavo Tynell Style, Made in Finland

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Beautiful Tynell Style Chandelier / Pendant from 1950's. Manufactured by Sario Finland. Materials

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Pair of Paavo Tynell Style Antique Brass Pendants
Pair of Paavo Tynell Style Antique Brass Pendants

Pair of Paavo Tynell Style Antique Brass Pendants

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Scandinavian Pendant Lamp in Style of Paavo Tynell, 1950's
Scandinavian Pendant Lamp in Style of Paavo Tynell, 1950's

Scandinavian Pendant Lamp in Style of Paavo Tynell, 1950's

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Scandinavian pendant lamp in style of Paavo Tynell, 1950's Adjustable in height.

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Pair of Large Paavo Tynell Style Perforated Cone Pendants

Pair of Large Paavo Tynell Style Perforated Cone Pendants

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unusual and reminiscent of Paavo Tynells designs. Excellent original condition with a touch of patina on

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Lightolier Six-Arm Brass Chandelier in the style of  Paavo Tynell, 1950s, USA
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Lightolier Six-Arm Brass Chandelier in the style of Paavo Tynell, 1950s, USA

By Paavo Tynell, Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Paavo Tynell collaborated for Lightolier in the 1950s and we certainly could feel is input into

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Pair of Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamps, Paavo Tynell Style, Made in Finland
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamps, Paavo Tynell Style, Made in Finland

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamps, Paavo Tynell Style, Made in Finland

By Paavo Tynell, Valinte Oy

Located in Turku, Finland

influences from the iconic Finnish designer Paavo Tynell. Timeless and simply design of these lights bring

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Vintage Brass Triple Pendant Lamp Chandelier in Style of Tynell for Lightolier
Vintage Brass Triple Pendant Lamp Chandelier in Style of Tynell for Lightolier

Vintage Brass Triple Pendant Lamp Chandelier in Style of Tynell for Lightolier

By Paavo Tynell, Lightolier

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A Mid-Century vintage ceiling fixture. Unmarked. Each shade pivots for Directional lighting, each arm hangs a little lower. Three total lengths. Each shade is 9" long with a ...

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Lightolier Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynel, Mid-Century Modern 1950s, USA
Lightolier Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynel, Mid-Century Modern 1950s, USA

Lightolier Chandelier in the Style of Paavo Tynel, Mid-Century Modern 1950s, USA

By Lightolier, Paavo Tynell

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Floral bouquet and hardware are brass plated, main stem is made of brass. The spun aluminium pierced shade is enameled in a cream white mat finish. Glass diffuser under. Mat...

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Paavo Tynell Style Brass Mid-Century Modern Light Fixture
Paavo Tynell Style Brass Mid-Century Modern Light Fixture

Paavo Tynell Style Brass Mid-Century Modern Light Fixture

Located in Saint Louis, MO

unusual design similar to the work of Paavo Tynell. Would look great with sputnik or starlight type bulbs.

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Mid-Century Modern Brass and Yellow Enamel Eight-Arm Chandelier by Paavo Tynell
Mid-Century Modern Brass and Yellow Enamel Eight-Arm Chandelier by Paavo Tynell

Mid-Century Modern Brass and Yellow Enamel Eight-Arm Chandelier by Paavo Tynell

Located in New York, NY

esteemed designer Paavo Tynell. It features eight conical shades, finished in a lemon hued enamel with

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Finnish Scandinavian Modern Brass Pendant in Paavo Tynell style, 1950/1960s
Finnish Scandinavian Modern Brass Pendant in Paavo Tynell style, 1950/1960s

Finnish Scandinavian Modern Brass Pendant in Paavo Tynell style, 1950/1960s

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Finnish Scandinavian Modern brass pendant, 1950/1960s. Opaline glass shades. Beautiful and intricate brass details. Good vintage condition, minor patina and wear consistent with age ...

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Mid-Century Modernist Perforated Brass Pendant with White Enameled Interior
Mid-Century Modernist Perforated Brass Pendant with White Enameled Interior

Mid-Century Modernist Perforated Brass Pendant with White Enameled Interior

By Paavo Tynell

Located in New York, NY

A Mid-Century Modernist pendant in the style of Paavo Tynell. A conical, polished brass shade with

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Extra Large Stilnovo Style Brass Chanderlier
Extra Large Stilnovo Style Brass Chanderlier

Extra Large Stilnovo Style Brass Chanderlier

By Paavo Tynell, Arredoluce, Stilnovo

Located in Westport, CT

Rare 76" in diameter chandelier featuring eight newly polished brass arms ending in black enameled

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Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier
Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier

Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier

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Paavo Tynell Style Chandelier

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Southampton, NY

A Lightolier brass and glass 12 candle chandelier attributed to Paavo Tynell. Polished and working.

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the paavo tynell style chandelier you’re looking for. A paavo tynell style chandelier — often made from metal, brass and glass — can elevate any home. Find 63 options for an antique or vintage paavo tynell style chandelier now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the paavo tynell style chandelier you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each paavo tynell style chandelier bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made paavo tynell style chandelier over the years, but those crafted by Lightolier, Paavo Tynell and Th. Valentiner are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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Prices for a paavo tynell style chandelier can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $495 and can go as high as $12,500, while the average can fetch as much as $3,000.

Finding the Right Chandeliers-pendant-lights for You

Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.

While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.

The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina, with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier. (Note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too.)

Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged.

Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes.

Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.

For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.

The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the natural world-inspired designs of the Art Nouveau era to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room.

With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs — shop a collection today that includes antique Art Deco chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers and more.