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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Creator: Paavo Tynell
Creator: Fredrick Ramond
Rare 1960s Paavo Tynell Starry Sky 9068 Lamp by Lightolier Ceiling Mount Large
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Ready to be hardwired, with normal US 110v voltage. Houses 4 incandescent bulbs.
This is a large 18x18 square “starry sky” ceiling lamp model #9068 by Paavo Tynell for Lightolier. ...
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1960s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Paavo Tynell Pendant in Perforated Brass with Counter Weight for Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Paavo Tynell pendant in perforated brass with counter weight. Has adjustable height. Made by Taito Oy, Finland, 1950s. Marked from the manufactorer on top part.
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Adjustable Ceiling Lamp Model A1965 in Full Brass, Taito
By Taito, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The counterweight lamp models showcases Tynell`s genius as a lamp designer. This model makes these lamps suitable for all kinds of rooms with different ceiling heights.
This lamp is...
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1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068 In Red
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
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 and Idman in many different sizes. The way the light filters through the grill and...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
A Grand Paavo Tynell Brass Ceiling Pendant, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
A large brass ceiling lamp by the master of Finnish lighting design Paavo Tynell. This sizable brass lamp has a diameter of 60cm and is consid...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp In Brass And Glass
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Provenance :- This beautiful ceiling lamp by Paavo Tynell was designed for the MTK (Central Union of Agricultural and Forestry Producers) seminar building in the city of Espoo at `N...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Model R3/1703 Chandeliers by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, 1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
Pair of model R3/1703 chandeliers by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy from the 1930s. Tinplated forged iron. Beautiful leaf and flower details. The chandeliers are sold as a set. Good vinta...
Category
1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron, Tin
Pair of Large Size Paavo Tynell Pendant Lights by Taito Oy - 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
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 ser...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
A model K2-16 pendant lamp by Paavo Tynell for Idman
By Paavo Tynell
Located in San Francisco, CA
A model K2-16 pendant lamp by Paavo Tynell for Idman. The lamp has an opaline glass cylinder diffuser with an elegant copper shade with twin dot perforations. The lamp is marked by I...
Category
1950s Finnish Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy 'Concerto' Chandelier in Brass and Beige Glass
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, chandelier from the 'Concerto' series, model '9029/5', brass, glass, metal, Finland, 1948
This majestic chandelier is designed by the master in the field...
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell "Trinity" Pendant Model 1959 in Brass, Taito
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Paavo Tynell designed a huge number of ceiling lamps and other light fixtures that gained enormous international fame especially in the USA. A lot of Tynell´s lamps were widely publ...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
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 lamp one can have as little as 3 hanging shades or as many as 12 shades. We have per...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell, oversized chandelier circa 1940, Opal & brass.
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Impressive oversized chandelier design by Paavo Tynell and produced by Idamn. The drawing of the lamp is dated by 1949 and the production occured just after that. The lamp is compos...
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Chandelier
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in New York, NY
Model No. 9029/3 "Concerto" Chandelier by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy. Brass, colored glass, brass mesh. 3-arm ceiling light with brass-mesh leaves & blown glass shades. From the 'Conc...
Category
1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell, brass counterweight light A1965 for TAITO Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
The Paavo Tynell brass counterweight light A1965 for TAITO Oy is a stunning addition to any interior design. With its iconic design and high-...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Brass Pendant by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Large lighting pendant with counterweight designed by Paavo Tynell.
Perforated polished brass shade with frosted glass diffuser. Variation of model A1982, featured at Idman catalogue...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Paavo Tynell Sea Shell Ceiling Pendant in Copper
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
This model lamp we have seen once before in brass, but never in copper. Considering it`s age this lamp is in very good condition.
The shell like surface has also been used in a Paavo...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
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 wood strip shade which has been restored from the original one. This model is one of...
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15th Century and Earlier Finnish Scandinavian Modern Antique Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Chandelier Model 1994/6, In Brass, Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Here we have an example of Paavo Tynell`s genious as a designer yet again. In this model ceiling lamp one can have as little as 3 hanging shades or as many as 12 . I have personally...
Category
1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
Paavo Tynell Adjustable Ceiling Lamp Model A1965, Taito
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Helsinki, FI
The counterweight lamp models showcases Tynell`s genius as a lamp designer. This model makes these lamps suitable for all kinds of rooms with differ...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large pendant "1602" by Paavo Tynell
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A ceiling lamp model "1602" with large green stained wood straw shade, designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito /Idman. Finland, Circa 1950th.
Marked "Idman". Rewiring available upon req...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
A ceiling lamp model "K2-20" by Paavo Tynell for Idman. 2 available.
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Long Island City, NY
A ceiling lamp model "K2-20", designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy, Finland, circa 1950th. Unusual version with brass stem and wire decor.
Perforated polished brass and frosted g...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Chandelier 9029/5, Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A special variation of the iconic 9029 chandelier with five beautiful light shades and a lot of brass decorations giving the impression of a flower bouque. Sometimes called the brida...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Chandelier by Paavo Tynell
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Ceiling lamp model "9029", designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy. Stamped "TAITO 9029". Finland , Circa 1940th-1950th.
One glass shade slightly shorter then other, but not effected ...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell counter weight pendant light model A1983, Taito OY, circa 1940
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Extremly rare pendant light model A 1983 designed by Paavo Tynell in the 40's and produced by TAITO OY in the same time. The lamp has its original painting on shade, with a rounded l...
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Paavo Tynell Copper Pendant, Idman
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The place were we usually run into this model Tynell lamp is in the kitchen.
Please note this is in copper and not brass, the metal most used by Tynell. That adds a warm touch to i...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
1950s golden brass pair of Ceiling Lamps by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
Located in Berlin, DE
This very elegant pair of ceiling lamps are made of highest quality by famous Finish Paavo Tynell. The solid perforated brass pendant with etched glass downlight lives trough its sim...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Brass Counter Balance for Taito Oy
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Houston, TX
Paavo Tynell
Counterbalance ceiling lamp, model k2-46
Taito OY
Finland, 1940s
perforated and enameled brass
40 h × 14 dia in
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell ceiling lamp model 1968, Taito Oy
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 Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Chandelier with Snowflakes EARLY Model 9065
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Made circa 1950. This beautiful and rare Paavo Tynell chandelier is a timeless midcentury feat of design. Best known for his impeccable lighting fixtures and lamps, Tynell was a master craftsman that made elegant forms from brass and was known as “the man who illuminated Finland.”
He found great success in Europe and abroad making notable works throughout the United States such as his lighting design for the UN Secretary General’s office in New York.
A groundbreaking blend of traditional aesthetic with a modern awareness, this chandelier casts warm light through an intricately perforated brass bowl, expertly illuminating the handcut suspended snowflakes and creating an entrancing ambiance.
Pavo Tynell: Chasing Light...
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Model "9060" Ceiling Lamp for Taito Oy, Finland 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
This lamp is one of those models that lighting design enthusiasts recognize immediately, a truly iconic design. Paavo Tynell designed this model “9060” in 1950-52 for the secretariat...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Frederic Ramond Glass and Chrome Mid-Century Modern Chandelier
Located in Lomita, CA
FREDRICK RAMOND BRASS AND GLASS PENDANT LIGHT/CHANDELIER - Mid-Century Modern
Fredrick Ramond lighting emphasizes modern elegance and exciting designs. The styles often combine ordinary materials in unique ways to produce sleek, intricate or contemporary designs with an artistically crafted flavor.
This vintage Fredrick Ramond chandelier...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy 'Concerto' Chandelier in Brass and Amber Glass
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, chandelier from the 'Concerto' series, model '9029/4', brass, glass, metal, Finland, 1948
This majestic chandelier is designed by the master in the field...
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell, 1930s Ceiling Light for Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Early Paavo tynell glass pendant for Taito oy, 1930s.
Finnish modernist glass pendant light rarely seen for sale.
Category
Early 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Impressive 2m high Paavo Tynell ceiling lamps, Taito 1940s.
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of very impressive and distinct Paavo Tynell chandeliers commissioned and manufactured by Taito Oy for the exhibition hall on the 8th floor of the Arabia factory in Helsinki. We have been consigned to sell these lamps directly by the Arabia Art...
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1940s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Aulanko Hotel Ceiling Lamp
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
One of the few lamps Paavo Tynell designed and made for the cigar room in the famous Aulanko Hotel. These lamps along with the Märta Blomstedt "Aulanko Chair" were designed for the h...
Category
1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamp 9068
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
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 and Idman in a few different sizes. The way the light filters through the grill an...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Aulanko Hotel Ceiling Lamp
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
One of the few lamps Paavo Tynell designed and made for the cigar room in the famous Aulanko Hotel. These lamps along with the Märta Blomstedt "Aulanko Chair" were designed for the h...
Category
1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell, Ceiling Lamp Model 1953, Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Very rare ceiling lamp model 1953 in its original condition by Finnish designer Paavo Tynell (1890–1973) for Taito.
The brass shade is perforated and the diffuser underneath is made...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Glass Pendant Manufactured by Taito Oy, 1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
Paavo Tynell glass pendant manufactured by Taito Oy from the 1930s. Opaline glass lampshade, nickel-plated brass frame. Good vintage condition, mino...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Paavo Tynell Pendant for Taito Oy, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Pendant designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy from the 1950s. Stamped, brass frame with rope details, milk glass lampshades, crystal droplet -style details, good vintage condition. m...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Brass K2-20 Pendant by Idman Oy Finland
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Utrecht, NL
1950's brass and opal glass pendant model K2-20 by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy Finland
Polished and perforated brass dome shaped shade over mouth blown frosted glass diffuser.
A bea...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Pendant Lamp K2-46 by Taito Oy, Finland, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large edition of the K2-46 brass chandelier by Paavo Tynell by Taito.
The brass shade has twin dot perforations, scalloped edge detail, and a etched glass diffuser underneath.
...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Elegant Paavo Tynell Four Arm Chandelier 9001/4 Taito
By Paavo Tynell
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Elegant and rare Paavo Tynell, Taito four arm chandelier. Model 9001/4. Includes custom made linen shades, original sockets, brass has patina and oxidation. Stamped Taito, polished/s...
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Six Light Ceiling Fixture by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in New York, NY
Opaque glass and brass, brass mesh. Model 2029 with 6 x E26 sockets.
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Rare Paavo Tynell Model 50488 Brass Chandelier for Taito Oy from the 1920/1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Paavo Tynell model 50488 iron chandelier manufactured by Taito oy from the 1920/1930s. Five paper lampshades. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. Exceed...
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1920s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell A1965 Pendant Lamp, All Brass - EUR Version
By Gubi, Paavo Tynell
Located in Berkeley, CA
Unveiled in 1947 at the Finland House in New York, the A1965 Pendant was an instant success for Paavo Tynell and one of the lighting fixtures considered t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Model 9029/5 Produced by Taito Oy in Finland
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare and early ceiling lamp model 9029/5 designed by Paavo Tynell. Produced by Taito Oy in Finland.
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell, War Time Ceiling Lamp, Taito, Kauklahti Glass Factory
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful calming lamp that will suit a wide range of interiors. It is a perfect example of the simplistic war time lamps that were produced by Paavo Tyne...
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1940s Finnish Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Paavo Tynell Brass Chandelier for Oy Taito AB, Finland, 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Utrecht, NL
It is simply impossible to talk about 20th century Finnish lighting design without mentioning Paavo Tynell. Widely referred to as “The Man who Illuminated Finland”, Tynell not only f...
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1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Produced by Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare and large ceiling lamp designed by Paavo Tynell. Produced by Taito Oy in Finland.
Height: 117-160 cm.
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell, Model A1942, Counter Weight Lamp for Idman circa 1960
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Paavo Tynell counter weight light design in the 50s and produced by Idman. The lamp has a counter weight system to adjust its high. It's made in w...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Iron
Paavo Tynell for Idman “K2-15” Pendant Lamp in Steel and Opal Glass, 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Praha 2, Hlavní město Praha
Rare pendant lamp, model "K2-15", in enameled steel and opal glass, designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Idman in Finland, 1950s.
One of the rarest pendant lamps designed by...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Model "556" Pendant Light for Taito Oy, Finland, 1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
Surrounding countries exerted a strong influence of the developing ‘Finnish Style’ initially, but a dialogue with nature was to become the prime force in the ongoing evolution of the...
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1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Rare Paavo Tynell Model 1927 Iron Chandelier for Taito Oy, 1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
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 Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
Paavo Tynell A1965 Pendant Lamps, White
By Gubi, Paavo Tynell
Located in Berkeley, CA
Unveiled in 1947 at the Finland House in New York, the A1965 Pendant was an instant success for Paavo Tynell and one of the lighting fixtures considered t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
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 and Idman in three different sizes. The way the light filters through the grill an...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell 1965 Pendant Lamps, Green
By Gubi, Paavo Tynell
Located in Berkeley, CA
The 1965 Pendant was originally designed by Paavo Tynell in 1947. Like many of his bestknown designs, the pendant was designed for the Finland House in Ne...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Antique, Vintage and Contemporary Chandeliers and Pendant Lights
Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique and vintage chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.
While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.
The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina (note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too), with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier.
Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged. Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes. Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.
For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.
The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the whimsical — like the work of Beau & Bien’s Sylvie Maréchal, frequently inspired by her dreams — to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room. With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs.
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