Paavo Tynell Flush Mount Light, Brass & Frosted Glass Starry Sky, Idman Oy, 1951
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Vienna, AT
Paavo Tynell Flush Mount "Starry Sky" 9068 for Idman Oy, 1950-1960 3 pieces available, priced individually Starry-sky ceiling light by Paavo Tynell for Idman.
Brass, Iron
Paavo Tynell Starry Sky Ceiling Light 9068 in Original White Color, Idman 1960s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell`s lamps.
Metal, Brass
Pair of Paavo Tynell Starry Sky Ceiling Lights 9068, Black & Brass, Idman 1960s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Starry Sky Flush Mount 9068 in Black & White, Idman 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell`s lamps.
Metal
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Flush Mount Model 9068 In Brass & Green, Idman 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Pair of Paavo Tynell Starry Sky Flush Mounts Model 9068, Yellow & White, Idman
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal
Paavo Tynell Round Starry Sky Flush Mount 9069, Burgundy Red, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Pair of Paavo Tynell Starry Sky Flush Mounts 9068 In Brass & White, Idman 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Pair of Paavo Tynell Round Starry Sky Flush Mounts 9069, Burgundy, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Pair of Paavo Tynell Starry Sky Flush Mounts 9068 in Black & Brass, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Pair of Paavo Tynell Starry Sky Flush Mounts 9068 In Black & Brass, Idman 1960s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Pair of Paavo Tynell Starry Sky Flush Mounts 9068 in Brass & White, Idman 1960s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Minimalist Cubic Flush Mount, Paavo Tynell, White & Gold, Idman 1980s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
A Small Cubic Minimalist Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell Designed in the 1950s, this lamp was manufactured in the late 1980s during the brief period when Idman operated under the name...
Metal
Early Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Light for Taito Oy
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Turku, FI
This beautiful rectangular ceiling light "Starry sky" designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy is manufactured in Finland, circa 1940-1950.
Brass, Metal
"Starry Sky" Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Starry sky flush mount ceiling light by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy.
Metal, Brass
"Starry Sky" Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Starry sky flush mount ceiling light by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy.
Metal, Brass
Single Starry Sky Exterior Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single "Starry Sky" exterior ceiling light by Paavo Tynell.
Metal, Copper
Two "Starry Sky" Exterior Ceiling Lights by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two "Starry Sky" exterior ceiling lights by Paavo Tynell.
Copper, Metal
Sold
H 9.85 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Paavo Tynell " Starry Sky" Ceiling Light Model 9068 for Taito, circa 1950
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Iconic scandinavian lamp, the starry sky is one of the master piece created by Paavo Tynell. All original and rare Starry Sky model 9068 produced by TAITO Oy and designed by Paavo Ty...
Aluminum, Brass
Sold
H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Model 9068 "Starry Sky" Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model 9068 "Starry Sky" flush mount ceiling light by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy.
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 for Idman
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic design of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
"Starry Sky" Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"Starry Sky" flush mount ceiling light by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy.
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 9.25 in W 15.75 in L 9.25 in
Model 9068 Starry Sky Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model 9068 Starry Sky flush mount ceiling light by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy.
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 8.67 in W 15.75 in D 7.09 in
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 in Black & Brass, Idman 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell`s lamps.
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 9.85 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp Model 9068 In Brass & White, Idman 1960s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 8.67 in W 15.75 in D 7.09 in
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp Model 9068, White and Brass, Idman 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell`s lamps.
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 9.06 in W 15.75 in D 7.09 in
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 in Black and Brass, Idman 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Two Model 9068 Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lights by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two starry sky flush mount ceiling lights by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy.
Metal, Brass
Single Model 9068 Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SIngle model 9068 starry sky flush mount ceiling light by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy.
Metal, Brass
Ceiling light by Falkenbergs Belysning brass Sweden 1960
By Falkenbergs Belysning
Located in Paris, IDF
The Design as simple as beautifull is reminiscent of Paavo Tynell's work and and his "Starry Sky" model.
Brass
"Starry Sky" Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell Model #9068
By Paavo Tynell
Located in San Francisco, CA
A square form ceiling fixture in white with brass grid diffuser and etched glass filter. Manufactured by Idman Oy. Finland, circa 1960s.
Brass, Steel
Pair of Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lights, Model 9068
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Amarillo, TX
Starry sky ceiling light by Paavo Tynell, Model 9068, Idman Oy, Finland, circa 1950s.
Paavo Tynell Flush Mount "Starry Sky" 9068 for Idman Oy, 1951
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Vienna, AT
Starry-sky ceiling light by Paavo Tynell for Idman.
Brass, Iron
Sold
H 9.85 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Paavo Tynell " Starry Sky" Ceiling Light Model 9068 for Idman, circa 1950
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Iconic scandinavian lamp, the starry sky is one of the master piece created by Paavo Tynell. All original and rare Starry Sky model 9068 produced by Idman Oy and designed by Paavo Ty...
Aluminum, Brass
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 for Idman
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic design of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 6.3 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
Finnish Mid-Century Flush Mount ”Starry Sky” Ceiling Light in Paavo Tynell Style
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Karis, Nyland
Rare mid-century flush mount "Starry Sky" in Paavo Tynell style manufactured by L & P Laaksonen & Poika Oy in Finland. Solid copper and painted metal. Excellent vintage condition, pr...
Metal, Copper
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 in White
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell`s lamps.
Metal, Brass
Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Paavo Tynell flush mount "Starry Sky" for Idman. Finland, Circa 1950th. Model 9068. Marked by manufacturer. Perforated painted metal, polished brass and frosted glass. Rewiring avail...
Metal
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 for Idman
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 In Red
By Taito-idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 for Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 8.67 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068 second of two in Red
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068 One of two in Red
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
A Pair of Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068 In Yellow
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 9.45 in W 9.45 in D 9.45 in
Paavo Tynell Starry Sky Ceiling Lamp 9068 in Black & Brass, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell`s lamps.
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 9.85 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp Model 9068 In Brass & Green, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 9.85 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp Model 9068 In Brass & White, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 9.45 in W 9.45 in D 9.45 in
Small Paavo Tynell Starry Sky Ceiling Lamp 9068 in Black & Brass, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell`s lamps.
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068 one of two in white
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 8.67 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068 second of two in white
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 8.67 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Paavo Tynell Starry Sky Ceiling Lamps 9068 In Brass & Black, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 9.45 in W 9.45 in D 9.45 in
Paavo Tynell, a "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 in White & Brass, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps.
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Light, Model 9068, 1950
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning flush mount ceiling light, 'Starry Sky', Model 9068, by Paavo Tynell for Idman, Helsinki, Finland, circa 1955, in enameled, perforated metal with frosted glass diffuser, sta...
Metal
Early Paavo Tynell Ceiling Light, Model 9068 Taito, Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Amarillo, TX
Starry Sky ceiling lamp by Paavo Tynell, model 9068. Taito Oy, Helsinki, Finland, circa late 1940s. Impressed with manufacturer´s label Taito. Brass and painted metal, glass diffus...
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp, Model 9068, Idman Oy, Pair Available
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Amarillo, TX
Paavo Tynell flush mount ceiling light with brass grid Model 9068, "Starry Sky" Idman Oy, Finland, circa 1960s Perforated frame, brass grid, brass ceiling ring, glass diffu...
Brass, Steel
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Model 80648 in Copper, Idman 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
A gorgeous unperforated version of the Starry Sky which is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps. The lamp is made of copper and glass and has an absolute perfect pa...
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Light Model 'Starry Sky' by Idman, Finland
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Madrid, ES
Ceiling light two light bulbs, made in white perforated enameled metal and brass grid diffuser and etched glass filter. Manufactured by Idman Oy in Finland in mid-20th century. Desig...
Brass, Enamel
Sold
H 9.06 in W 9.45 in D 9.45 in
Paavo Tynell White and Brass Ceiling Lamp Model 9068 for Idman, Finland, 1950
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Woudrichem, NL
Delicate flush mount ceiling light model 9068 designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy, Finland, circa 1955.
Brass, Metal
Paavo Tynell, 'Starry Sky' Ceiling Light 9068, Finland, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Berlin, DE
Paavo Tynell, white perforated, enameled metal, brass grill and frosted glass ceiling light model 9068 'Starry Sky', smaller version.
Brass, Metal
Paavo Tynell, 'Starry Sky' Ceiling Light 9068, Finland, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Berlin, DE
Paavo Tynell, white perforated, enameled metal, brass grill and frosted glass ceiling light model 9068 'Starry Sky', smaller version.
Brass, Metal
Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench by Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Bench designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s and now produced under license by Dagmar. Hand-made to order, this upholstered bench has a fumed and oiled oak frame. Th...
Mohair, Oak
$6,840 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the IDEA is to create special pieces that you can bu...
Hardwood
LUdown Cylinder Flush Mount
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The LUdown cylinder flush mount fixture by Lumfardo Luminaires is part of our contemporary collection. Available In patinated unlacquerd brass or aged silver and steel with (1) E26 m...
Steel, Brass, Gold, Silver
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.
Wood
Mamun Bedside (Dark Brown/Dusty Blue)
Located in Singapore, SG
Mamun, which translates to trustworthy in Arabic, was designed by Studio Kallang in 2021 as a playful take on both midcentury and brutalist forms. Designer Faezah Shaharuddin intende...
Teak
$434 / item
H 3.54 in W 4.92 in D 5.51 in
Galupa Art Deco Wall Sconce, Optical Glass & Aluminum, Up/Down Lighting
Located in İstiklal, TR
GALUPA Art Deco Wall Sconce, a masterpiece of design that effortlessly combines elegance and functionality. This stunning wall sconce is crafted in the timeless Art Deco style, featu...
Aluminum
$11,015 / item
H 28.35 in W 86.62 in D 44.1 in
Organic Modern Twins Curved Sofa, White Bouclé, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Organic Modern Twins Curved Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Twins curved sofa and its matching daybed share the same genes, yet ea...
Fabric, Bouclé, Wood
$9,046 / item
H 21.66 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Pair Various Positions Nightstand in Walnut and Oak by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Inspired by his fascination with the aesthetic allure of interiors depicted in films and literature, Yaniv Chen endeavors to capture the essence of captivating spaces. Reflecting upo...
Oak, Walnut
$6,587 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Park Night Stands in Noir Oxblood Lacquer by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Park nightstand is the epitome of exquisite craftsmanship, featuring meticulously proportioned dimensions and exceptional detailing that make it an ideal bedside companion. Our f...
Lacquer
$2,838 / item
H 24 in W 24 in D 24 in
Modern Fabric Pendant Light by Studio Mirei, Nebula 60, from Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Nebula collection is drawn out of the interstellar clouds of dust and gas in space - regions where stars begin to form. Made of a woven natural fiber from the banana tree, which ...
Natural Fiber
LU Louis Sconce PB
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce. An all brass wall sconce in patinated brass with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available for order. ...
Brass
LUfo Ceiling Light
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
LUFO perforated brass dome ceiling light by Lumfardo Luminaires. Part of our contemporary collection the LUFO ceiling light is in a darkened patina finish. Hand perforations frame ar...
Brass
PMPT Flush Mount
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Part of Lumfardo Luminaries contemporary collection, the PMPT Flush Mount is a conical flush mount fixture in the spirit of Paavo Tynell of the Scandinavian Modern tradition. Made t...
Brass
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
$1,800 / item
H 26 in W 18 in D 18 in
Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak This Modern Cicely Counter Stool with Sheepskin Seat is beautifully constructed from solid white oak in Ohio, ...
Sheepskin, Wood, Oak
Pair of Joe Colombo 'Fresnel' Wall Lamps in Chrome for Oluce
By Oluce, Joe Colombo
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Joe Colombo 'Fresnel' wall lamps in chrome for Oluce. Executed in chrome-plated metal and glass, this is one of the most refined Minimalist Italian designs of the midcentury...
Aluminum, Chrome
Paavo Tynell was an industrial designer, known as the great pioneer of Finnish lighting design and fondly dubbed “the man who illuminated Finland.” Tynell was one of the founders and chief designers of Taito Oy — the first industrial producer of lamps and other lighting fixtures in Finland. With the innovation of electricity in the beginning of the 20th century, Taito Oy and Tynell expanded the thinking and manufacturing of modern lighting solutions in Europe and abroad.
Tynell rose to prominence in the 1930s and 1940s, during which he collaborated with some of the most renowned Finnish architects, Alvar Aalto being the most notable one. Working to incorporate artificial lighting into modern environments, Tynell’s company Taito Oy produced fixtures for all of Aalto’s major projects including the Paimio Sanatorium and the Viipuri Library.
Tynell was especially praised for his involvement with the Finland House, a design atelier in New York that showcased the work of Finnish designers and craftspeople. His elegant brass designs became an instant success in North America, and he began creating lighting designs for the prestigious American company Lightolier.
A master craftsman, Tynell’s designs were derivative of a traditional aesthetic with a modern sensibility, mixed with an extensive use of perforated and polished brass. Marked by delicacy and softness, his most famous forms in lighting echo the structures of nature; he adroitly created sculptural shapes reminiscent of the branches of trees, swirling snowflakes and seashells.
Find antique Paavo Tynell chandeliers and pendants, floor lamps and other lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
(Biography provided by Side Gallery)
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
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Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
This circa 1950 piece by the legendary Finnish lighting designer spent the past several decades in a family's home in Michigan.