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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Creator: Paavo Tynell
Creator: Fredrick Ramond
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
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell 1965 Pendant Lamps, Bordeaux
By Paavo Tynell, Gubi
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
Paavo Tynell Wrought Iron "1709" Chandelier for Oy Taito AB, Finland, 1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
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
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Metal, Wrought Iron
Large Chandelier by Paavo Tynell / 2 Available
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Long Island City, NY
Large, 10 Lights Chandelier designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy, Finland, circa 1950th.
Polished brass with opaline glass shades. Similar example is featured at Idman Oy Catalogue...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell 1965 Pendant Lamps, White
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
Pendant by Paavo Tynell / 2 Available
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Pendant designed by Paavo Tynell, produced by Idman Oy, Finland, circa 1950.
Perforated metal shade, polished brass stem with brass wire decorations.
Diameter 10? ; Drop 42?.
Tw...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
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 '9029/4', brass, glass, metal, Finland, 1948
This majestic chandelier is desig...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 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 by Taito Oy,Finland. Circa 1940-50´s.
2 Edison sockets. Two fixtures available w...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 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 Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell 1965 Pendant Lamps, Black
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell A1965 Pendant Lamps, Black
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
Chandelier by Paavo Tynell, 9029/4, Taito
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Chandelier designed by Paavo Tynell, Model 9029/4 for Taito, Idman. Finland circa 1950th. Marked "Taito OY " 9029/4. Similar model featured in the Catalog by Taito and Idman.
Rewiri...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Elegant Paavo Tynell Crystal Chandelier Model 1487 for Taito
By Taito, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
An elegant chandelier by Paavo Tynell from the 1940s and made by Taito. Different to what we usually see from Tynell, this rather classic with a modernistic touch lamp, goes to prove...
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1940s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pendant by Paavo Tynell Model A1993 / 2 available
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Long Island City, NY
Rare available model "A1993" counterweight elevating lamp designed by Paavo Tynell. Recently re-polished.
Similar example featured at Idman catalog, Circa 1950th.
Dimensions: Shade d...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell 1965 Pendant Lamps, Brass
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
Large Paavo Tynell Counter Weight Chandelier "A1965"
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
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 ye...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
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 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 Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell '1965' Pendant Lamp in Brass
By Gubi, Paavo Tynell
Located in Glendale, CA
Paavo Tynell '1965' pendant lamp in brass. Originally designed by Paavo Tynell in 1947, this authorized GUBI re-edition is executed in a perforat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
Brass Pendant by Paavo Tynell, Model A1957
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy , Model A1957, Circa 1950th. Perforated polished brass with counterweight. Newly rewired.
Total adjustable drop 62". Similar examples...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Model 9007/8 Produced by Idman
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceiling lamp model 9007/8 designed by Paavo Tynell. Produced by Idman in Finland.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
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 Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Lighting Pendant by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A large lighting pendant Model K2-46 designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman, Finland, Circa 1950th. The perforated brass shade, a etched glass diffu...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Pendant Lights, Model K2-46
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in New York, NY
Brass Pendant lights, Model K2-46, designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy. Finland 1960s. Each features a brass perforated shade with a frosted glass diffuser. Each holds 2 E26 socket...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell “K1-9/5” Ceiling Lamp for Idman Oy, Finland, 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful brass and glass chandelier belongs to the legendary Finnish lighting designer, Paavo Tynell’s more decorated models of the 1950s. This model is quite rare in Tynell’s ...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 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 by Taito Oy, 40-50´s. 2 Edison sockets. Two fixtures available with different pain...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Model 'K-14' Pendant by Paavo Tynell for Idman, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
A rare pendant model K-14 by Paavo Tynell and produced by Idman in 1950s. Copper and opal glass.
The way the light filters through the copper shade and from the glass gives you the...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Model 9060/10102 Produced by Arnold Wiigs Fabrikker
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceiling lamp model 9060/10102 designed by Paavo Tynell. Produced by Arnold Wiigs Fabrikker in Norway.
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1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Pendants by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Rare available pair of "A1993" counterweight elevating lamps designed by Paavo Tynell. Recently re-polished.
Similar example featured at Idman catalog, Circa 1950th.
Dimensions: Sh...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Chandelier 9029/4, Taito
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The classic 9029 chandelier by Paavo Tynell was made in various different sizes. This particular one is the one with four shades. Some refer to it as the "Bridal Bucket" because of t...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell 'A1965' Counterweight Pendant Lamp in Brass
By Paavo Tynell, Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
Paavo Tynell 'A1965' counterweight pendant lamp in brass. Originally designed by Paavo Tynell in 1947, this authorized GUBI re-edition is executed in a perforated brass metal shade w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Starry Sky 9068 Lamp by Lightolier Midcentury Island Nook Pendant
Located in Hyattsville, MD
US WIRED, from a Washington DC estate.
Rare ceiling downlight, or could be outfitted to be hung as a pendant. This is a USA Lightolier version uses an anodized aluminum grate diffus...
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1960s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
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 in the 1940s. The model is number 9001/5. The brass frame with 5 arms, supported b...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell 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 Chandeliers and Pendants
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Aluminum, Brass
Gubi 1965 Pendant Polished Brass 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 Pen...
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2010s Danish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
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 Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp "Cannon Shell" Model 9053
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
An iconic Paavo Tynell ceiling lamp called the cannon shell, due to its resemblance of one. This monumental piece is one of the most sought-after Tynell lamps ever and is in beautifu...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Gubi 1965 Pendant Soft Black Lamp by Paavo Tynell
By Gubi, Paavo Tynell
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 Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Custom Order Paavo Tynell Counter Balance for Taito Oy 1940s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Houston, 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 Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Paavo Tynell Starry Sky ceiling lights model 9068 set of 2
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Paavo Tynell Starry Sky model 9068 ceiling lights for Idman Oy.
Set of 2
Model 9068 "Starry Sky"
One light stamped "Idman"
Perforated enameled metal, brass diffuser, glass diffuser.
...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal, Brass
Monumental Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp, Taito Oy
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
Provenance.- This chandelier came from the Keski-Lahti wood church, refer to pictures.
Paavo tynell was known as the man who illuminated Finland. Under his leadership most of Finlan...
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1950s Finnish Baroque Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal, Brass
White Paavo Tynell Pendant, Model K2-10, Idman, Finland, 1955
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in The Hague, NL
A rare white pendant designed by Paavo Tynell and produced by Idman in 1955. The model number is K2-10/ N-9241. The conical shade is made of a white matte opal glass, resulting in a ...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell for Idman Rare Chandelier in White Steel and Opaline Glass
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paavo Tynell for Idman, chandelier, lacquered steel, opaline glass, Finland, 1950s
Striking chandelier by Paavo Tynell, originating from the central ra...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Steel
Six Lights Chandelier by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Rare, six lights chandelier designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, Finland. Circa 1930th. This chandelier was designed for banquet hall of Helsingin Suomalinen Yhteiskoulu (SYK) in H...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Art Deco Revival Post Modern Pendant Spotlight Chandelier by Fredrick Ramond
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Post Modern, Art Deco Revival pendant light by noted maker Fredrick Ramond. The chandelier features a thick ( .50 in. ) transparent lucite disk, with graphic black metal har...
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Steel
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 Chandeliers and Pendants
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Copper
Paavo Tynell Floral Themed Brass & Blown Glass Chandelier for Glashütte Limburg
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Beautiful 1960s brass and blown glass six arm chandelier by Paavo Tynell for Glashütte Limburg featuring Tynell's organic floral themed details. As if sunning from the glow of the blown glass lights, detailed floral and leaf accents seem to grow and prosper. A delicate organic, high art and sophisticated vibe with a sense of old money...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass, Bronze
Mid Century 70's Bronze Brass Chandelier by Frederick Ramond
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A thirteen light chandelier with brushed bronze / brass toned metal boxed shades and square smoked lucite inserts to the top of each side of the boxes . Having up and down lighting a...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
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 Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Large Pendants by Paavo Tynell, 2 available
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of large pendants designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, Finland, circa 1950th.
Polished perforated brass shades with frosted glass defus...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp Model 9060/10102 Produced by Arnold Wiigs Fabrikker
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceiling lamp model 9060/10102 designed by Paavo Tynell. Produced by Arnold Wiigs Fabrikker in Norway.
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1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell '1965' Pendant Lamp in White
By Paavo Tynell, Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
Paavo Tynell '1965' pendant lamp in white. Originally designed by Paavo Tynell in 1947, this authorized GUBI re-edition is executed in a perforated brass metal shade with white inter...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal, Brass
Brass and Glass Cgandelier by Paavo Tynell and Gunnel Nyman for Taito Oy, 1940s
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 Chandeliers and Pendants
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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 beautifully ornate brass structure holding 6 amber cased glass shades, brass spiral rosette a...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Frederick Ramond Art Deco Style Glass and Chrome Chandelier or Pendant
Located in Plainview, NY
An exquisite Frederick Ramond Art Deco style hexagonal chandelier or pendant featuring 5 glass panes with a beautiful flower etching design framed in lucite and attached around a chr...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass, Lucite
Pair of K-20 Pendants by Paavo Tynell for Idman
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in New York, NY
Perforated & polished brass, frosted glass. 1 Edison size socket per fixture. Metal has recently been cleaned and sockets and wiring updated. Price listed is for the pair.
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Counter Balance Pendant Lamp Paavo Tynell
By Taito, Paavo Tynell
Located in New York, NY
Paavo Tynell counter balance pendant lamp. Early counter balance pendant light by Paavo Tynell model A1942. Having brass canopy with two pulley wheels, wire receiver, stainless steel cable supporting Aluminum painted shade. Solid brass slide weight and stop. Very good original condition. Light cleaning to the brass and shade, with new lead wire. Shade has minimal paint loss with scuffs pictured. Signed to canopy bar...
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Aluminum, 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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