Finnish Lighting

Paavo Tynell was a pioneering lighting designer whose work in the mid-20th century defined modern Nordic lighting aesthetics. Known for his delicate, poetic approach and innovative u...

Illuminate your outdoor spaces with a touch of Scandinavian elegance through Lisa Johansson-Pape's 1960s copper outdoor lamp for ORNO. This distin...

A somewhat rare Itsu floor lamp featuring an elegant and well-balanced design with two distinct, independently adjustable light heads that can be direc...

Amazing chandelier by Paavo Tynell, made from brass in a graceful design with ten curved arms. Beautiful stylized flowers made from wire decorate the stem and bottom. Glass shades in...

An elegant Finnish modernist floor lamp by Preluce / Precenta, featuring a slender architectural form and a beautifully balanced combination of materials. The black-painted metal ste...

Table lamp model 5066 designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito Oy in Finland in the 1950s. This lamp features a brass round stand, a hard wooden leg and a beautiful silk sh...

A rare pair of architectural flush mount ceiling lamps designed by Finnish architect Ola Laiho (1934–2025) and manufactured by Valaisinpaja in Finland. Executed in white painted meta...

1960s Large Red and Grey Diabolo Articulating Wall Lamp Attributed to Pierre Guariche A rare and elegant example of midcentury French design executed in sculptural deep grey and red...

Finland and especially Helsinki has a lot of Art Noveau/Jugend style buildings. And as such Art Noveau style furniture and lighting fixtures are also abu...

A charming three-arm chandelier attributed to Paavo Tynell, showcasing the designer's signature ability to combine refined materials with a soft, inviting aesthetic. The piece is di...

Wall / Ceiling Lamp model model "BAU" in brass with white opal glass shades, designed by Klaus Michalik. Manufactured by Stockmann Oy, Finland, Midcentury Moden, 1960s. 4 pieces av...

An iconic flush mount model A622, designed by Alvar Aalto in the 1950s and manufactured by Valaisinpaja Oy in Finland during the 1980s. Originally created for the National Pensions I...

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...

A very early ceiling lamp model TT1/SM927 in solid tin featuring multiple decorations, designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by his company Taito oy in Finland in the 1930s. Pa...

A pair of the iconic Tapio Wirkkala floor lamp model K10-11 manufactured and stamped by Idman. The pair retains all original parts and is in beautiful condition with repainted metal ...

Lisa Johansson-Pape was a Finnish designer renowned for her clean, simple, and, most importantly, functional lighting designs. Her "Onion" lamp, made of matte opaline glass which con...

Impressive Paavo Tynell pendant light commissioned for an interior. The lamp is entierely made in solid brass with some brass rings decoration on its lower part. The lamp is made by...

Ilmari Tapiovaara, a 'Maija the Bee' floor lamp for Asko/Hienoteräs. White louvered shade, shaft partly covered with rattan in original condition. Wear consistent with age and use

A refined Scandinavian Modern ceiling lamp designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito in Finland during the late 1940s early 1950s. The lamp features a large, softly rounded...

A beautiful classic table lamp designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape and manufactured by Orno In Finland in the middle of the 20th century. The highly popular "Ihanne" lamp features a bril...

A distinctive Finnish pendant lamp designed by Anna-Maija Salo and manufactured by Aris in the 1960s–70s. This model features a scalloped metal shade in white and yellow, creating a ...

Chandelier, manufactured by Idman Oy, 1940/1950s. Brass frame, crystal details, opaline glass shades. Marked. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.

Amazing pair of floor lamps by Tapio Wirkkala, made from brass and black lacquered metal. Beautiful decorative brass details and clever mechanism for shifting the height and angle of...

Model A1968 pendant, designed by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Taito Oy, Mid 20th-century. Wooden slat shade with glare protection fabric. Brass counterweight. Good vintage condition...

A brass table lamp, designed and produced in Finland, 1940s. Overall Dimensions: 19" H x 7.75" W x 12" D Bulb Specifications: E-26 Bulb Number of Sockets: 1

Perforated black metal shade surrounds white glass diffuser, suspended from white cord, original white plastic ceiling canopy included. Sophisticated European Minimalist design remin...

An elegant and rare table lamp model 9211 designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito in Finland in the 1950s. The lamp body is made with cast brass and has a sleek seamless s...

Wall light, manufactured by Idman Oy, 1950s. Brass frame, wooden slat shade. Marked. Good vintage condition, roughly patinated shade.

A bronzed metal ceiling fixture, model 971-135/20, by Yki Nummi for the Finnish manufacturer Orno. It features a minimalist design with a cylindrical frame and a removable metal diff...

This "Ihanne" lamp became very popular in Finland with many different variations of stems, materials and shades. This particular version is very rare and therefore seldom seen. It fe...

Finnish glass and wood slat shade -pendant, designed by Gunilla Jung & Lisa Johansson-Pape, 1940/1950s. Brass frame. The glass has a toffee brown color. Jung has designed the glass p...

One of the most iconic Tynell lamp designs. This elegant table lamp is nicknamed the "helmet" or Kypärä in Finnish due to the resemblance with helmets. The lamp features a perforated...

A brass and gilded opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Finland, 1940s. Dimensions of canopy (inches): 2” H x 3.5” Diameter Socket t...

Elegant Finnish Art Deco floor lamp from the 1940s, crafted in beautifully grained birch. The sculptural stem features a distinctive twist-carved design, showcasing the warmth and na...

A beautiful side / table lamp model 24116 by Valinte Finland from the 1960s-70s. The lamp features a cast brass tripod base with a teak handle and a silky fabric shade creating a coz...

A rare Finnish wall light designed and produced by Valinte Oy in the 1950s, exemplifying the refined functionality and material quality characteristic of mid-century Scandinavian lig...

A refined mid-century pendant produced in the 1950s by Itä-Suomen Sähkö Oy (commonly known as Itsu). Model ER 174 features a geometric brass structure built around a central cube, fr...

Large model 18352 pendants (4 pieces sold separately), attributed to Lisa Johansson-Pape, manufactured by Orno Oy, 1960s. Metal and acrylic. Good vintage condition, minor patina cons...

A sculptural pair of Finnish mid-century table lamps designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno. The conical bases are covered in warm-toned brown leatherette with visible texture and ...

Elegant Finnish mid-century pendant light featuring a sculptural brass structure with two softly rounded opaline glass shades. The organic, upward-curving arms and decorative central...

A white opaline glass and chrome pendant light produced by Orno, Finland, c. 1930s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 22.0"H x 10.0"D Stem Length (inches): 9.0" Dimensions of Canopy (i...

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...

A large minimalist ceiling lamp model 2028 by Idman from the 1940s. This is the largest size of this model as seen in the catalogue with a glass shade of 35cm diameter topping a copp...

Scandinavian Modern flush mount, manufactured by Valinte Oy, 1960s. Reupholstered fabric shade, brass details. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.

Floor Lamp Model "Ihanne"/ "Senator", designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape, manufactured by Orno Oy, 1950s. Imitation leather (kerni) frame, brass details, painted metal lampshade. Good v...

This geometric shaped pendant lamp, model 61-193, was designed by Shogo Suzuki for Orno in the early 1960's. It was designed after an exchange project beween Finnish and Japanese des...

Ceiling light composed by an Opal glass and Brass, designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman and produced in the 40's. The lamp is composed by a white opal glass and a brass diffuser. The l...

A beautiful example of the iconic model 9227 table lamp by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Idman in the 1960s. Widely regarded as a pivotal design in Tynell’s oeuvre, the model marks t...

Rare large polished brass table lamp by Paavo Tynell produced by Taito, Finland 1940s. In an excellent vintage condition. Measurements: Height : 16.14 inches Diameter: 14.37 i...

Sculptural light No. 67 by Milla Vaahtera Dimensions: W 70 x D 28 x H 60 cm Materials: Glass, brass Dark glass dome is deep dark violet. In 2020 Milla Vaahtera started a series...

A cream white-lacquered metal, chrome and wood table lamp, model 81408, produced by Idman, Finland, c. 1950s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and us...

Scandinavian Modern pendant, manufactured by Itsu Oy, 1950s. Brass frame, glass shades. Marked. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.

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....

A stunningly beautiful ceiling pendant lamp made of a metal frame with a plastic and paper wrap shade. The lamp is in its beautiful original condition. A really pleasant design that...

A beautiful floor lamp by Idman from the 1950s. This model is attributed to Maria Lindeman, who was one of the head designers at the leading light manufacturer Idman, along side Paav...

Stunning brass table lamp, model #5066 by Paavo Tynell, made from brass with a mahogany stem and original plisséd textile shade in a voluminous square form. The brass top of the shad...

Pair of Scandinavian Modern table lamps, designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape, manufactured by Orno Oy, 1950/1960s. Leather and brass frame. Yarn shades. Marked. Good vintage condition, m...

A pendant light designed by Kai Ruokonen ( Kai Finnmark) for Lynx, Finland. 1952. Brass sheeted lamella lamp, smoke acrylic inner shade. Chain suspensi...

One of the most iconic Tynell lamp designs. This elegant table lamp is nicknamed the "helmet" or Kypärä in Finnish due to the resemblance with helmets. The lamp features a perforated...

Model Ihanne/Senator floor lamp, design Lisa Johansson-Pape, manufactured by Orno Oy, 1950s. Painted metal frame, leather wrapping on the frame, acrylic and fabric shades. Good vinta...