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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Creator: Orrefors
Creator: Paavo Tynell
Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with pressed glass, fitted with six E14 sockets, designed in the 1960s in Sweden by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks.
Category
1960s Swedish 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...
Category
1950s 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...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Orrefors Crystal Flushmount Designed by Carl Fagerlund, 1970, Sweden
Located in Bronx, NY
Very well kept Swedish Orrefors flush mount from the 1970s by Carl Fagerlund,
Brass frame with a bottom glass plate hold by a shiny round brass finial in the middle.
2 candelabra lig...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Paavo Tynell 'A1965' Counterweight Pendant Lamp in Brass
By Gubi, Paavo Tynell
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
1960s, Large Ice Sculpted Crystal Pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Very beautiful hanging lamp designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden.
Technically 100% and the pendant consist three E14 / E17 screw fittings.
The overall condition is very ...
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1950s Orrefors Smokey Gray Glass Metal Saucer Pendant, Sweden
By Orrefors
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Sleek vintage midcentury modernist blown smokey bluish gray glass and metal pendant manufactured by Swedish Orrefors in the late 1950s. Shiny metal top sits above the glass that is s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Green Glass Pendan by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass holder with pressed clear glass inside and hand blown green colored shades, fitted with one E27 socket, designed in the 1960s in Sweden by Ca...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Six Armed Brass Pendant by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1960s, Brass and Crystal Glass Pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful pendant designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden.
This lamp is made of brass with crystal glass and is in a very nice condition.
The textured glass reflects a wond...
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Chandelier in Brass and Parchment, Model 9001, Taito Finland, 1940s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
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...
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
20th Century Swedish Pair of Orrefors Glass Ceiling Lights by Carl Fagerlund
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century modern Swedish pair of small ceiling lights, lamps made of hand blown smoked Orrefors glass, designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors in good conditi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp "Cannon Shell" Model 9053
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
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...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Ceiling Lamps 9068
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 many different sizes. The way the light filters through the grill and...
Category
1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
One of the Six Large Fagerlund Glass Leaves Brass Chandelier by Orrefors, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
This beautifully and stunning pendant chandelier with ten glass shades and brass fittings was produced in the 1960s by the iconic firm of Orrefors and designed by Carl Fagerlund. Bea...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
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...
Category
1950s Finnish Baroque Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
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.
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
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.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Carl Fagerlund Nickel Glass Flush Mount Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A beautiful Scandinavian Modern brushed nickel and textured glass light fixture by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors / Lyfa, Sweden, manufacture...
Category
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
20th Century Swedish Orrefors Glass Ceiling Lamp, Pendant by Carl Fagerlund
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A round, vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish ceiling light, lamp made of a chrome, brass frame and hand blown Orrefors glass, featuring a four light socket. The Scandinavian chandelie...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass, Chrome
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.
...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
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...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Large Fagerlund Glass Leaves Brass Chandelier by Orrefors, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
This beautifully and stunning large pendant chandelier with ten glass shades and brass fittings was produced in the 1960s by the iconic firm o...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
White Paavo Tynell Pendant, Model K2-10, Idman, Finland, 1955
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
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 ...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
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
Materials
Brass
Brass and Crystal Cylinder Chandelier by Tyringe for Orrefors, Sweden
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Well-made chandelier with ten-cylinder shaped cupolas in crystallized glass and brass fittings.
Designed by Orrefors and manufactured by Tyringe, circa 1960 second half.
Vintage ...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pendant by Orrefors / 2 available
By Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant by Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1950.
Textured clear glass with three Edison style sockets.
Existing wiring, we do not guaranty functionality.
Rewiring available upon request...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
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...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze
1960s, Crystal and Brass Cylinder Chandelier by Orrefors for Tyringe, Sweden
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful and in perfect condition brass chandelier or pendant with twelve crystal cylinders.
Designed and manufactured in by Tyringe Konsthantverk, Sweden.
All crystal cylinders a...
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, 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...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1970s Gilt Chandelier with Ten Candle Holders and Five Screw Bulbs by Orrefors
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful gilt chandelier with ten candlesticks on top and five screw bulbs inside designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, 1970s.
all-over condition is good. Technically 100...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Chandelier with Snowflakes Model 9065
By Paavo Tynell
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare and beautiful Paavo Tynell chandelier, circa 1950s. Stamped made in Finland, Taito Oy, 9065.
A note about the artist: "Paavo Viljo Tynell (25 January 1890-13 September 1973) ...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Chandelier Model Festival by Gert Nyström, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Gert Nyström and produced in Sweden by Fagerhults with glass from Orrefors. Very good condition.
Height is adjustable after your preferences.
Global front door shippin...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
"The Bubble" Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with pressed glass and hand blown amber colored shades, designed in the 1960s in Sweden by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks.
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Dotted Glass and Brass Pendant Lamp from Orrefors, 1960s
By Orrefors
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This pendant was manufactured by Orrefors in Sweden during the 1960s. It features an optical smoked glass dome and a partially perforated brass top. The design of this pendant is rem...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
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
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.
Category
1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Space Age Copper & Crystal Ceiling Lamp from Orrefors, 1960s
By Orrefors
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Crystal shaded pendant chandelier with partially perforated copper top. Manufactured by Orrefors in Sweden during the 1960s. It features dual socket and porcelain fittings so it will...
Category
1960s Swedish Space Age Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Copper
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
Materials
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
Materials
Brass
Pair of K-20 Pendants by Paavo Tynell for Idman
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
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
Swedish Modernist Studded Pendant Lamp in Opaline Glass, Orrefors, 1950s
By Orrefors
Located in The Hague, NL
This sculptural modernist pendant lamp was produced in Orrefors, Sweden in the 1950s. The shade is made of a matte white opaline glass. The three-dimensional studded pattern in the g...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Opal, Brass
Two-Tier Orrefors Crystal Flushmount Designed by Carl Fagerlund, 1970, Sweden
Located in Bronx, NY
Two-tier Swedish Orrefors flush mount from the 1970s by Carl Fagerlund,
A brass frame with a bottom glass plate hold by a polished round flat brass disc in the middle surrounded by ...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, 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
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Vintage Cut Glass and Brass Pendant Lamp from Orrefors, 1960s
By Orrefors
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This hand-grenade shaped pendant was manufactured by Orrefors in Sweden during the 1960s. It features a geometrically cut clear glass shade and a par...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Gilded Brass, Chandelier
Located in Wien, AT
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, gilded brass, chandelier
Original condition.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Brass Pendant Lamp by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, Finland, 1950s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful brass ceiling lamp by Paavo Tynell, with a conical shade perforated with small holes and finished with a scalloped edge. The underside of the lamp has a glass shade that co...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamps Model 10220 Produced by Taito Oy in Finland
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare height adjustable ceiling lamps model 10220 designed by Paavo Tynell. Produced by Taito Oy in Finland. Model is also called the witches hat and ball.
Measures: Height: 115...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell '1965' Pendant Lamp in White
By Gubi, Paavo Tynell
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Midcentury Orrefors Crystal Brass Ceiling Lamp, Carl Fagerlund, 1970s, Sweden
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Midcentury crystal glass and brass ceiling light fixture, circa mid-1970s. Made at Orrefors and Designed by Carl Fagerlund. This lovely ex...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Brass & Glass 5 Arms Pendant Lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Geneva, CH
5 arms brass and glass pendant lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
Perfect condition
Height adjustable for each lamp
H 110 x D 45 cm.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Orrefors Crystal Flushmounts Designed by Carl Fagerlund, 1970, Sweden
Located in Bronx, NY
Pair of crystal Orrefors semi flushmount from the 1970s by Carl Fagerlund,
A brass frame with a bottom press crystal plate held by a high polished round flat brass disc in the middl...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, 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 Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
et of Four Leaves Brass Light Fixtures by Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960s, Sweden
Located in Rijssen, NL
A beautiful set of two stunning 8 arms pendant chandeliers with 8glass shades and brass frame and 2 wall lights with one glass shade and brass frame. The light fixtures are produced ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Paavo Tynell, Double Pendants for Taito Oy, Finland
By Paavo Tynell
Located in New York, NY
Pair of brass double pendants with perforated shades, designed by Paavo Tynel for Taito Oy, Finland, 1960s.
Brass has been polished and fixtures have been rewired.
Available to v...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell, Ceiling Light in Brass, Taito Oy, Finland, 1946
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Berlin, DE
A rare ceiling light designed by Paavo Tynell & manufactured by Taito Oy in Finland 1946.
This lamp is originally designed for the restaurant 'Kestikartano' in Helsinki, 1946.
Perf...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 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 ceiling lamps designed by Paavo Tynell. Produced by Taito Oy in Finland.
Price is listed / item.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Jupiter Pendant Chandelier By Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with crystal glass segments designed by Carl Fagerlund in the 1950s for Orrefors glassworks and Lyfa. eight-light sources.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 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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