Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
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
Paavo Tynell for Limburg, Germany Chandelier
By Paavo Tynell, Glashütte Limburg
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage chandelier by Paavo Tynell for Limburg, Germany. Modern chrome and wood frame with shades of opalescent yellow bubble glass. Lit by 5 bulbs...
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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
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Chrome
$2,463 Sale Price
20% Off
Pendant by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman, Model K2-20. Finland, circa 1950th.
Perforated copper over opaline glass shade. Marked by manufacturer.
Rewiring available upon request.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
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Copper
$6,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Model 1464, Glass, Amber Crystals & Brass, Taito 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
An exquisite example of Paavo Tynell 1930s lamps. A marvelous piece with dark champagne colour (light brown) blown glass shades and oxidated brass body with amber colour drop like cr...
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1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
$4,559 Sale Price
30% Off
Paavo Tynell Adjustable Ceiling Lamp Model 1968 in Rattan, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful adjustable lamp by Paavo Tynell that harmoniously unites the patinated brass with the rattan and fabric shade. The counterweight showcases Tynells genius by making the la...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Pendant by Paavo Tynell Model 51150
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Lighting pendant designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman, Model number 51150, Finland , circa 1950th. Perforated brass shade with inner glass shade.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Paavo Tynell Counter Weight Chandelier "A1965"
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning large-scale counter weight chandelier "A1965" by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, Finland, circa 1950s, with perforated shade in citrus yellow enameled metal, frosted glass diffus...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell White Perfortated Adjustable Ceiling Lamp Model 1965, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Paavo Tynell created the counter weight lamp design in response to American lamp specifications, that did not allow lamps to hang by electricity cords on their own. The result was a ...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Rare Paavo Tynell Model 1927 Iron Chandelier for Taito Oy, 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Exceedingly Rare Paavo Tynell Model 1927 iron chandelier for Taito Oy from the 1930s. This chandelier model can be found at the Taito Oy catalogue from 1935. Forged iron. Good vintag...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
$10,955 Sale Price
50% Off
Paavo Tynell Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Vienna, AT
Three opal glass lamps with brass details height-adjustable suspension, cup height about 36 cm, diameter 14 cm.
Designed in Finland by Paavo Tynell in the 1950s for Idman Oy.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell White Perfortated Adjustable Ceiling Lamp Model 1965, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Paavo Tynell created the counter weight lamp design in response to American lamp specifications, that did not allow lamps to hang by electricity co...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
$8,053 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare Paavo Tynell Double Pendant
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Such an incredible example of Paavo Tynell's lighting designs.
This example is rather unusual and comes with the original custom ordered glass shades.
Simple and Classic. Soli...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$8,500 / item
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamps Model 1995 Produced by Idman in Finland
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceiling lamps model 1995 designed by Paavo Tynell. Produced by Idman in Finland.
Measure: Height: 28 (63) cm.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Brass and Glass Cgandelier by Paavo Tynell and Gunnel Nyman for Taito Oy, 1940s
By Gunnel Nyman, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Stockholm, SE
Captivating chandelier by Gunnel Nyman and Paavo Tynell, made from brass with light yellow glass shades. Impressive size. The form of the shades is...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pendant by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Pedant designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, Finland, circa 1950s.
Model K2-49.
Painted metal with polished brass decorations rings and ...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Six Armed Brass Pendant by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Dallas, TX
Incredble six adjustable light brass pendant, model 1994/6 designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, 1950s. Constructed of solid brass with white lacquer interiors, recently professiona...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Glass by Paavo Tynell, 1950's
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Height Adjustable Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Glass by Paavo Tynell, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Brass, glass
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Produced by Taito Oy in Fin...
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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Glass by Paavo Tynell, 1950's
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Glass by Paavo Tynell, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Brass and glass
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare ceiling lamp model A1965
Produced by ...
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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Produced by Idman
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceiling lamp designed by Paavo Tynell. Produced by Idman in Finland.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Church lamp ”Style TAITO”
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hyvinkää, FI
**Rare Paavo Tynell Church Lamp**
This stunning church lamp is the work of renowned Finnish designer Paavo Tynell, produced by TAITO Oy. This lamp is a rare find and has been authen...
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Mid-19th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Antique Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Paavo Tynell Chandelier, Model K2-10, 1955
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Amarillo, TX
Paavo Tynell chandelier Model K2-10
Manufacture: Idman,
Finland, circa 1955.
Enameled steel, glass, brass.
Measures: 9 diameter x 15 height inches.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
Gubi 1965 Pendant Soft Black Lamp by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell, Gubi
Located in New York, NY
/ Shade dimension: Ø18.1x10.2 inches / lamp height: 10.2 inches / Lumen/Watt: 810 Lumen (~ 6W-10W LED) Holder/Socket: US – 3x E26 (Bulb not included) / Net weight: 3.3 kg
The 1965 P...
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2010s Danish Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Large Scale Pendant Light by Taito Oy - 1950’s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Espoo, FI
Large size pendant light by Paavo Tynell. These lights are made by Taito Oy in the 1950s. The lights were originally sold to the city of Ikaalinen (Finland) where they served at Ikaa...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$12,791 Sale Price
20% Off
Paavo Tynell Large Scale Pendant Lights by Taito Oy - 1950’s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Espoo, FI
Pair of large size pendant lights by Paavo Tynell. These lights are made by Taito Oy in the 1950s. The lights were originally sold to the city of Ikaalinen (Finland) where they serve...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$21,200 Sale Price / set
33% Off
Custom Order Paavo Tynell Counter Balance for Taito Oy 1940s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Amarillo, TX
Paavo Tynell
Counter Balance, model NM 348
Taito Oy
brass, glass, steel wire
Measures: 54 height × 7.5 diameter inches
Height is adjustable. The cord could be added for length.
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamps Produced by Taito Oy in Finland
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare height adjustable ceiling lamps designed by Paavo Tynell. Produced by Taito Oy in Finland.
Dimensions (W x D x H): 35 x 35 x 110 – 135 cm. Price is listed / item.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Bras Pendant Light Mod 1965 with Adjustable Counterweight
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Paris, FR
Paavo Tynell
Rare model N° 1965 pendant lamp from Paavo Tynell (Finland, 1890-1973) in Polished brass adiustable ceiling lamp, with perforated shade and counterweight mechanism. Di...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Brass Paavo Tynell Pendant
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paavo Tynell counterweight pendant.
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1950s Finnish Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Brass Paavo Tynell Pendant
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paavo Tynell counterweight pendant.
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1950s Finnish Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Paavo Tynell, large pendant model 1093 for Taito.
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Really large Paavo Tynell pendant lamp in opal glass brass & rattan model 1093, designed in the 50's by Tynell and produced by Taito. The lampe has a really large shade in rattan, 75...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell chandeliers and pendants for sale on 1stDibs.
Paavo Tynell chandeliers and pendants 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 chandeliers and pendants, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 169 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 15 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original chandeliers and pendants 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 chandeliers and pendants by Lisa Johansson-Pape, Alvar Aalto, and Stockmann-Orno . Prices for Paavo Tynell chandeliers and pendants can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $699 and can go as high as $355,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $15,900.