Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
Finnish, 1890-1973
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.
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(Biography provided by Side Gallery)
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Creator: Paavo Tynell
Small Brass Candelabra by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, 1920s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
A Classic Paavo Tynell Bronze Candelabra
This small candelabra is a classic design by Finnish architect and designer Paavo Tynell. It was made in ...
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Early 20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Brass
Pair of Paavo Tynell Candle Sticks For Taito Oy, 1920s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pair of Paavo Tynell candle sticks for Taito Oy, 1920s. Metal. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use.
Paavo Tynell (1890-1973) is one of the most important nam...
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1920s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Metal
Candlestick by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, 1920/1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Candlestick by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy from the 1920/1930s. Tin. Marked on the bottom. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use.
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Early 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Tin
Paavo Tynell decorative vase in solid brass model 13, Taito circa 1940.
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Rare Paavo Tynell cup made in solid brass, model 13 for Taito. Paavo Tynell made a range of cup and decoration object, this one is one of the most elegant and rarest of all. Tynell m...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Brass
Pair of Paavo Tynell Candle Sticks For Taito Oy, 1920s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pair of Paavo Tynell candle sticks for Taito Oy, 1920s. Metal. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use.
Paavo Tynell (1890-1973) is one of the most important nam...
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1920s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Metal
Paavo Tynell Brass Candle Holders for Taito
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Really nice candel holder design in the 50's by Paavo Tynell and produced by TAITO oy. Paavo Tynell designed a lot of other items in addition to lamps and chandeliers. These candle h...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Brass
Paavo & Helena Tynell Cast Brass Bowl Model no. 4, Taito 1940s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, Helena Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
Before Tynell was known as the man who `illuminated Finland´, and early in his career he used to make all kinds of bowls and other decorative items in different variations and sizes....
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Brass
Candlestick by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, 1920/1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Candlestick by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy from the 1920/1930s. Tin. Marked on the bottom. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use.
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Early 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Tin
Paavo Tynell, brass vase made by Taito, circa 1940.
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Paavo Tynell bowl made in solid brass by Taito oy during the 40's in finland. The bowl is made in solid brass with decoration carving. The bowl is in really overhall condition and is stamp by TAITO. Paavo Tynell is one of the leading designer of its time and insipred many other scandinavian designer such as Alvar Aalto, Axel Einar Hjorth, Hans Agne Jakobsson or Josef Franck.
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Brass
Rare Paavo Tynell Art Deco Wall Sconce Model 7004 for Taito Oy, 1920s/1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Rare Paavo Tynell Art Deco wall sconce model 7004 for Taito Oy from the 1920s/1930s. Forged iron. Good vintage condition, minor wear and patina consistent with age and use.
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1920s Finnish Art Deco Vintage Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Iron
Paavo Tynell Candelabra for Taito circa 1950 in Solid Brass
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Exceptional candelabra design by Paavo Tynell and produced by Taito, this example has an incredible patina and has been produced in the early 50's. Everything is in really good condi...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Brass
Paavo Tynell Candelholder circa 1960, Nikel Brass
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
At the end of his artistic journey Paavo Tynell himself handcraft one last collection of candelholder that this model is part of. Made in nickel brass this candel holders is made of ...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Brass
Paavo Tynell & Taito, Pair of Art Deco Silver Plated Candelabra, Finland, 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in La Teste De Buch, FR
Pair of Art Deco silver plated metal candelabra by Paavo Tynell.
Model 8026.
Made in Finland by Taito in the 1930s.
Manufacturer's stamp on both.
Literature: OY Taito AB catalo...
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1930s Finnish Art Deco Vintage Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Pewter
Small Brass Candelabra by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, 1920s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
A Classic Paavo Tynell Bronze Candelabra
This small candelabra is a classic design by Finnish architect and designer Paavo Tynell. It was made in ...
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Early 20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Brass
Paavo Tynell Model "162" Brass Candelabra for Taito Oy, Finland ca 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Utrecht, NL
This candelabra was designed by the well-know Finnish designer Paavo Tynell. Widely referred to as the "the man who illuminated Finland", Paavo Tynell was a true master of light. Bor...
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1930s Finnish Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Brass
Paavo Tynell scultural candelabre circa 1960, nikel brass.
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
After retirement, Paavo Tynell continued to conduct his own project and design by making those candelabre by himself in the late 60's. He produced a small collection of those in nick...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Brass, Iron
Paavo Tynell, unique candelabre made in iron in the late 60's.
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Unique Paavo Tynell Candelabre. After retirement, Paavo Tynell continued to conduct his own project and design by making those candelabre by himself in the late 60's. He produced a s...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Iron
Brass Candelabra by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, 1920s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Brass candelabra by Paavo Tynell. Made in Finland by Taito in the 1920/1930s. This piece is a classic Paavo Tynell chandelier for Taito Oy, which was made in different sizes.
Mar...
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Early 20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Brass
Rare Paavo Tynell Art Deco Wall Sconce for Taito Oy, 1920s/1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Rare Paavo Tynell Art Deco wall sconce for Taito Oy from the 1920s/1930s. Brass. Good vintage condition, minor wear consistent with age and use.
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1930s Finnish Art Deco Vintage Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Brass
Set of Three Paavo Tynell Candel Holders circa 1960, Nickel Brass
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
After retirement, Paavo Tynell continued to conduct his own project and design by making those candelabres by himself in the late 60's. He produced a small collection of those in nic...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Brass
Minimalistic Handmade Paavo Tynell Tin Candelabra, 1960s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
In addition to his iconic brass lamps, Paavo Tynell (1890-1973) designed candle holders and other metal items. This candle holder is such an example and was handmade late in his care...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Metal
Paavo Tynell Hand Made Candelabra circa 1960, Nickel Brass, Finland
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
At the end of his carrier Paavo Tynell himself hand crafted a serie of candelabra that he made in nickel brass. From this collection this example has been hand crafted by Paavo Tynel...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Brass, Nickel
Paavo Tynell Massive Candelabre, Nickel Brass, circa 1960
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
After retirement, Paavo Tynell continued to conduct his own project and design by making those candelabre by himself in the late 60's. He produced a small collection of those in nick...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Brass, Nickel
Set of Three Brass Cups Designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito, circa 1940
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Impressive set of three decorative objects design by Paavo Tynell and produced in the 40's by TAITO OY. The three cups are made in fine layers of brass with decorative details on eac...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Brass
Paavo Tynell Silver Plated Bowl
By Paavo Tynell
Located in North Miami, FL
Silver plated bowl designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by his own company Taito circa 1950's.
Has wear and patina (pictured).
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Decorative Objects
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Silver Plate
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Paavo Tynell decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.
Paavo Tynell decorative objects are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Paavo Tynell decorative objects, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative objects by Paavo Tynell were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative objects by Alvar Aalto, Oiva Toikka, and Kaj Franck. Prices for Paavo Tynell decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $888 and can go as high as $7,787, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,989.