Paavo Tynell Vases and Vessels

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.

Find antique Paavo Tynell chandeliers and pendants, floor lamps and other lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

(Biography provided by Side Gallery)

Creator: Paavo Tynell

Paavo Tynell, brass vase made by Taito, circa 1940.

$3,375

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 Vases and Vessels

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Brass

Set of Three Brass Cups Designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito, circa 1940

$3,375

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 Vases and Vessels

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Brass

Set of Art Glass 'Lankkupullo' by Helena Tynell for Riihimäen Lasi, 1970s

$2,577Sale Price / set|24% Off

H 10.83 in W 6.89 in D 2.76 in

Set of Art Glass 'Lankkupullo' by Helena Tynell for Riihimäen Lasi, 1970s

By Riihimäen Lasi Oy, Helena Tynell

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Beautiful set of decorative large glass vases / bottles designed by Helena Tynell (1918 – 2016) in 1970’s for the Finnish Riihimäen glassworks. Measurements for individual bottle...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Paavo Tynell Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Brass Candelabra by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, 1920s

$2,938Sale Price|24% Off

H 14.38 in W 20.08 in D 5.52 in

Brass Candelabra by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, 1920s

By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy

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 Vases and Vessels

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Brass

Set of Three Brass Perfume Bottles

$995 / set

H 13 in Dm 5.5 in

Set of Three Brass Perfume Bottles

By Karl Springer

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Set of three brass decorative perfume bottles. Measures: Large 13 inches Medium 9.5 inches Small 8 inches.

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1970s Hollywood Regency Vintage Paavo Tynell Vases and Vessels

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Brass

Large Vase in 'Disko' Metal by Just Andersen, Made in Denmark, 1940s

$2,550

H 10.44 in Dm 5.52 in

Large Vase in 'Disko' Metal by Just Andersen, Made in Denmark, 1940s

By Just Andersen

Located in Lejre, DK

Vase in disco metal model 2411 by Ib Just Andersen. Mad in Denmark Denmark, 1940s. Great original condition.

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1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Vases and Vessels

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Metal

A 6608 Vase by Helena Tynell

$1,500

H 7 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in

A 6608 Vase by Helena Tynell

By Helena Tynell

Located in San Francisco, CA

A 6608 blown glass vase by Helena Tynell. Signed Helena Tynelll Riihimäen Lasi.

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1960s Finnish Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Green glazed ceramic vase by Pol Chambost, circa 1930-1940.

$1,205

H 10.63 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in

Green glazed ceramic vase by Pol Chambost, circa 1930-1940.

By Pol Chambost

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Green glazed ceramic vase by Pol Chambost. Artist monogram under the base. Circa 1930-1940. H : 10.6’ x 6.7’ inches.

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1930s French Beaux Arts Vintage Paavo Tynell Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Mid Century Art Glass Vase by Arthur Pery made in Sweden circa 1950's

$195

H 14 in W 4 in D 4 in

Mid Century Art Glass Vase by Arthur Pery made in Sweden circa 1950's

By Holmgaard

Located in New York, NY

Mid Century Art Glass vase vase made in Sweden by Arthur Percy c. 1950's. The blown vase features an exaggerated elongated neck over the ball form base. This example is in excellent...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Paavo Tynell Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Three Ring Ikebana Vase Made by Toyo, Japan, circa 1960s

$590

H 7 in W 9 in D 4 in

Three Ring Ikebana Vase Made by Toyo, Japan, circa 1960s

By Toyo

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Three ring ikebana vase made by Toyo, Japan, circa 1960s.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Paavo Tynell Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Helena Tynell Uranium Aurinkopullo, Set of 3

$2,750

H 4.7 in W 3.75 in D 1.75 in

Helena Tynell Uranium Aurinkopullo, Set of 3

By Helena Tynell

Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI

A stunning collection of three Scandinavian uranium glass 'Aurinkopullo' (or Sun Bottle) decorative vases. Made by Riihimaki (also known as Riihimaen Lasi O...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Paavo Tynell Vases and Vessels

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Uranium Glass

Moorcroft 'Orchids' Pottery Vase, circa 1940

$2,250

H 10 in Dm 5 in

Moorcroft 'Orchids' Pottery Vase, circa 1940

Located in New York, NY

Impressed Made in England, with factory mark and facsimile signiture, painted Walter Moorcroft.

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1940s English Vintage Paavo Tynell Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Ceramic Vase by Joseph Talbot, to La Borne, circa 1940

$2,169

H 14.97 in Dm 7.88 in

Ceramic Vase by Joseph Talbot, to La Borne, circa 1940

By Michael Talbot

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

A ceramic vase by Joseph Talbot, to La Borne. Signed under the base. Perfect original conditions, circa 1940.

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20th Century French Art Deco Paavo Tynell Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Ceramic Vase, Sainte Radegonde, circa 1940

$390

H 5.12 in Dm 7.09 in

Ceramic Vase, Sainte Radegonde, circa 1940

By Sainte Radegonde

Located in New York, NY

Origin Sainte-Radegonde, France, circa 1950s Materials Glazed ceramic Condition Very good vintage condition, consistent with age A whimsical and sculptural ceramic vase from the S...

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Mid-20th Century French Paavo Tynell Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Previously Available Items

Bronze Vase by Paavo Tynell

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H 1.57 in W 4.9 in D 4.5 in

Bronze Vase by Paavo Tynell

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Long Island City, NY

Bronze vase designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, Finland , Circa 1940th. Marked AB Taito OY 13.

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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Rare 1950s Paavo Tynell Model AB-9 Anamorphic Brass Bowl for Taito Oy

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H 2.8 in W 3.5 in D 2.5 in

Rare 1950s Paavo Tynell Model AB-9 Anamorphic Brass Bowl for Taito Oy

By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy

Located in Glendale, CA

Rare 1950s Paavo Tynell Model AB-9Anamorphic brass bowl for Taito Oy. Executed in solid and lovely patinated brass. Manufactured by Taito Oy in the late 1940s or early 1950s, this is...

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Vases and Vessels

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Brass

Paavo Tynell vases and vessels for sale on 1stDibs.

Paavo Tynell vases and vessels 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 vases and vessels, although orange editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original vases and vessels by Paavo Tynell were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in finland during the 1940s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider vases and vessels by Timo Sarpaneva, Gunnel Nyman, and Alvar Aalto. Prices for Paavo Tynell vases and vessels can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,400 and can go as high as $3,115, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,115.