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Paavo Tynell, 1930s Ceiling Light for Taito Oy
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Early Paavo tynell glass pendant for Taito oy, 1930s. Finnish modernist glass pendant light
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Early 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Paavo Tynell, Ceiling Light in Brass, Taito Oy, Finland, 1946
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Berlin, DE
A rare ceiling light designed by Paavo Tynell & manufactured by Taito Oy in Finland 1946. This
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell Manufactured by Taito Oy, Finland c. 1950
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Berlin, DE
Ceiling light designed by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Taito Oy, Finland, c. 1950
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

A Comissioned Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp, Taito, 1940s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Helsinki, FI
This is by far one of the most beautiful Tynell ceiling lamps we have come across in our 30 year
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell, Ceiling Lamp Model 1953, Taito Oy
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
Very rare ceiling lamp model 1953 in its original condition by Finnish designer Paavo Tynell (1890
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Paavo Tynell, Ceiling Lamp Model 1953, Taito Oy
Paavo Tynell, Ceiling Lamp Model 1953, Taito Oy
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H 25.2 in Dm 14.18 in
Paavo Tynell ceiling lamp model 1968, Taito Oy
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
different ceiling heights. The lamp still holds all original parts and is in great condition. Stamped "Oy
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Paavo Tynell ceiling lamp model 1968, Taito Oy
Paavo Tynell ceiling lamp model 1968, Taito Oy
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H 47.25 in Dm 17.33 in
Paavo Tynell Model "2033" Ceiling Lamps for Taito, Finland 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Utrecht, NL
, including this pair of rare milk glass ceiling lamps with the model number “2033”. These lamps embody the
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

Paavo Tynell Ceiling Pendant Model 1994/7, Taito 1950s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
Here we have an example of Paavo tynell`s genious as a designer yet again. In this model ceiling
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell Ceiling Pendant Model 1994/7, Taito 1950s
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Pendant Model 1994/7, Taito 1950s
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H 66.93 in W 25.6 in D 21.66 in
Paavo Tynell Adjustable Ceiling Lamp Model 1965, Taito 1950s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
favorite and classic. This example was manufactured by Taito Oy, which was the first company that Paavo
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

Set of 3 Paavo Tynell Model "2033" Ceiling Lamps for Taito, Finland 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Utrecht, NL
, including this set of rare milk glass ceiling lamps with the model number “2033”. These lamps embody the
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Milk Glass

1950s golden brass pair of Ceiling Lamps by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell, Alvar Aalto
Located in Berlin, DE
This very elegant pair of ceiling lamps are made of highest quality by famous Finish Paavo Tynell
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell, Model 9052 / 2 available
By Paavo Tynell, Taito-idman
Located in Long Island City, NY
Rare available Model 9052, designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito/ Idman. Finland, Circa 1950th
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount

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Brass

Paavo Tynell "Trinity" Pendant Model 1959 in Brass, Taito
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
Paavo Tynell designed a huge number of ceiling lamps and other light fixtures that gained enormous
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Paavo Tynell Chandelier Model 1994/6, In Brass, Taito Oy
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
Here we have an example of Paavo Tynell`s genious as a designer yet again. In this model ceiling
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell Chandelier in Brass and Parchment, Model 9001, Taito Finland, 1940s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptionally rare chandelier was designed by Paavo Tynell and produced by Taito Oy in Finland
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Midcentury Brass Pendant Lamp by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, Finland, 1950s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful brass ceiling lamp by Paavo Tynell, with a conical shade perforated with small holes and
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Paavo Tynell ceiling lamp, opal and Glass for TAITO circa 1940.
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Rare ceiling light designed by Paavo Tynell in the 40's and produced by TAITO OY around the same
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount

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Brass

Paavo Tynell Model "9060" Ceiling Lamp for Taito Oy, Finland 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
traditional aesthetic with a modern sensibility. This model is in many ways his most famous ceiling light
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Paavo Tynell, Ceiling Lamp Model 1355 Made by Taito in the 40s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Paavo Tynell ceiling lamp made by Taito in the 40s. The lamp is made in Nikel plated brass with a
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers...

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Brass

Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp In Brass And Glass
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
Provenance :- This beautiful ceiling lamp by Paavo Tynell was designed for the MTK (Central Union
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp In Brass And Glass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp In Brass And Glass
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H 41.34 in Dm 24.02 in
Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Ceiling light designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, Finland, Circa 1940th. Model 9053. Marked by
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount

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Blown Glass

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

A pair of large ceiling lights by Paavo Tynell, Model 9067
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Long Island City, NY
Paavo Tynell designed a pair of large, rare available version of ceiling light , Model 9067
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount

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Metal

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

An Early 1930s Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp in Full Original Condition
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
absolutely it´s original condition. The blown glass shades are light mint green in color, and are
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Ceiling light by Paavo Tynell, model 9067
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Flush mount ceiling light designed by Paavo Tynell, Model 9067, manufactured by Taito Oy, Circa
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount

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Metal

Paavo Tynell "80112-25" Milk Glass Ceiling Light for Idman Oy, Finland 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
brass as material. Tynell’s designs in the ceiling lamp series that this lamp belongs to merge together
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Milk Glass

Counter Balance Pendant Lamp Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in New York, NY
Paavo Tynell counter balance pendant lamp. Early counter balance pendant light by Paavo Tynell
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum, Brass

Paavo Tynell Chandelier Model 9029/6 in Brass and Amber Glass
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in New York, NY
Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy rare and elegant chandelier or ceiling light model 9029/6 with
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell`s lamps. It was made by both Taito
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068
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H 8.67 in W 15.75 in D 7.09 in
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. It was made by both Taito
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 for Idman
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 for Idman
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H 9.06 in W 15.75 in D 7.09 in
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 in Black
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell`s lamps. It was made by both Taito
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 in Black
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 in Black
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H 9.45 in W 9.45 in D 9.45 in
Pair of Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps. It was made by both Taito
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068
Pair of Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068
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H 8.67 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 in Black
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell`s lamps. It was made by both Taito
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 in Black
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 in Black
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H 8.67 in W 15.75 in D 7.09 in
Paavo Tynell, a "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 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. It was made by both Taito
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell, a "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 in White
Paavo Tynell, a "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 in White
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H 9.45 in W 9.45 in D 9.45 in
Pair of Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068 In Yellow
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps. It was made by both Taito
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Pair of Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068 In Yellow
Pair of Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068 In Yellow
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H 8.67 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068 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. It was made by both Taito
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Pair of Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068 In Red
Pair of Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068 In Red
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H 8.67 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068 in Original White Color.
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell`s lamps. It was made by both Taito
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Opaline Glass Ceiling Lamp by Valinte Oy, Finland ca 1960s
By Valinte Oy
Located in Utrecht, NL
place. As the shade is open at the top, the three lightbulbs cast cosy light onto the ceiling as well
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

A Pair Of Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps, 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. It was made by both Taito
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell "80112-25" Ceiling Lights for Idman Oy, Finland, 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
brass as material. Tynell’s designs in the ceiling lamp series that these lamps belong to, merge
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Paavo Tynell “K1-9/5” Ceiling Lamp for Idman Oy, Finland, 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
shades provide a soft, intimate light that highlights the brass. After the war, Paavo Tynell began to
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

A Pair of Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068 in Original White
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps. It was made by both Taito
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell Bras Pendant Light Mod 1965 with Adjustable Counterweight
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Paris, FR
brass adiustable ceiling lamp, with perforated shade and counterweight mechanism. Diameter 45 cm. Good
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

A Vintage Finnish Design Lamp with 3 Light points for Stockmann, 1950s
By Stockmann-Orno
Located in Helsinki, FI
This is quite a typical 1950s Finnish design ceiling lamp at its best. Of course there are striking
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Pendant by Paavo Tynell with Diffuser Pained by Kyllikki Salmenhaara
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Paavo Tynell's ceiling light with hand painted glass diffuser by Kyllikki Salmenhaara, manufactured
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pendant by Paavo Tynell with Diffuser Pained by Kyllikki Salmenhaara
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Paavo Tynell's ceiling light with hand painted glass diffuser by Kyllikki Salmenhaara, manufactured
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

A Finnish Design Flush Mount 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Vintage ceiling lamps like this one were made by different companies in Finland in the 1950s. Itsu
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

A Finnish Design Flush Mount  1950s
A Finnish Design Flush Mount  1950s
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H 7.49 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Paavo Tynell for Idman Rare Pendant Lamp with Textured Surface in Brass
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
opens towards the ceiling. In the center, four lightbulbs create a ceiling orientated light. A trapezoid
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Paavo Tynell SNOWFLAKE Chandelier
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Paavo Tynell (Finnish, 1890-1973); Taito OY Marking(s); notes: no
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20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Wire

Early Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Light for Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Turku, FI
This beautiful rectangular ceiling light "Starry sky" designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy is
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Metal, Brass

1960s Golden Brass Ceiling Lamp by Paavo Tynell 'b'
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE
charming light. A large brass weight allows to change the height of this lamp. Manufactured by Taito Oy
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

1950s Golden Brass Incredible Pair of Pendant Lamps by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE
yet unobtrusive set of ceiling lamp with indirect light in brass. Manufactured by Taito OY. Tynell
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Incredible Pair of Pendant Lamps by Paavo Tynell ( Diameter 120 cm )
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE
yet unobtrusive set of ceiling lamp with indirect light in brass, covered from bottom and above with
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Paavo Tynell Adjustable Counter Balance Ceiling Lamp Model A1965 by Taito
By Taito
Located in Helsinki, FI
and classic. This example was manufactured by Taito Oy, which was the first company that Paavo Tynell
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell for Taito, 1960s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Oslo, NO
9031. Designed by Paavo Tynell and made in Finland by Taito circa 1960s second half. The lamp is
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

"Starry Sky" Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"Starry Sky" flush mount ceiling light by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy. Designed in Finland, circa
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Metal, Brass

Single Model 9068 Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SIngle model 9068 starry sky flush mount ceiling light by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy. Manufactured
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Metal, Brass

Large Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lights for Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Houston, TX
, Finland. Rare pair of Paavo Tynell ceiling lights for Taito, each light features eight bulb sockets.
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Model 9068 Starry Sky Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model 9068 Starry Sky flush mount ceiling light by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy. Manufactured in
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Metal, Brass

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Taito Ceiling Light For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic taito ceiling light available at 1stDibs. Each taito ceiling light for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and glass. Your living room may not be complete without a taito ceiling light — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A taito ceiling light, designed in the Scandinavian Modern or mid-century modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture.

How Much is a Taito Ceiling Light?

The average selling price for a taito ceiling light at 1stDibs is $9,685, while they’re typically $1,200 on the low end and $331,815 for the highest priced.

Paavo Tynell for sale on 1stDibs

Paavo Tynell, who was born in Helsinki, Finland in 1890, started his career as a tin- and blacksmith at the company Kory Oy. Simultaneously, he studied at the Helsinki University of Industrial Arts, from which he graduated as a master craftsman in 1913. In 1918, Tynell co-founded the metalwork and lighting company Oy Taito Ab. At first, the company focused mostly on interior and exterior metalwork, such as statues and railings. Later, during the 1930s, Taito also began producing lamps for the lighting sector. Both Alvar Aalto and Kaj Franck would design works for the company.

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