Finnish Lighting

An iconic Paavo Tynell ceiling lamp, model 9053, also known as the cannon shell due to its resemblance to one. This large, minimalist lamp is in beautiful original vintage condition,...

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

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...

Introducing the Taidetakomo Hakkarainen, a stunning Finnish floor lamp dating back to the 1930s. Constructed from exquisite wrought iron, this vintage piece boasts exceptional crafts...

Flush mount, manufactured by Lasipaino Oy, 1960s. Frosted glass with brass details. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. Beautiful minimalistic design.

A large edition of the K2-46 chandelier by Paavo Tynell for Idman. The brass shade has twin dot perforations, scalloped edge detail, and a etched glass diffuser underneath. The overa...

Kai Finnmark / Kai Ruokonen Chandelier in Brass by LYNX Kai Ruokonen is a Finnish designer who also worked under the artist name ‘Kai Finnmark’. This Chandelier is a big size pend...

Model 46-017 leather table lamp, designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape, manufactured by Stockmann/Orno, 1960s. Leather frame, brass detail, fabric lampshade. Marked. Good vintage condition...

Was Alvar Aalto inspired by a turnip in designing this lamp or was it called turnip later on because of the resemblance? No matter the answer, the design of this lamp is inspiring an...

Striking table lamp by Liisa Hallamaa, in a tall design that can also work as a floor lamp. Made from stoneware with a sculpted surface, lacquered bright blue with decor of golden le...

A Finnish Modernist pendant in brass and brown glass manufactured by Finnish lamp maker S. Liikkanen in the 1970s. The design features a cubical structure in brass with the brown gla...

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...

An elegant minimalist art deco ceiling lamp by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito from the 1930s. This lamp, along with other lamps on our listings, came from the Ilveslinna building in Jämsänkoski and were all commissioned by Paavo Tynell. The lamp features a nickled brass body with a sizable rimmed opaline glass shade covering two lamp bulbs inside. See photo with bridal bouquet lamp...

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...

Pendant model 1348, design Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Taito Oy, 1930s. Nickel-plated brass and glass frame. Fabric shades reupholstered with quality model Manor- fabric by Lauritz...

A pair of Industrial Style and "heavy duty" modern ceiling lamps by the esteemed Finnish manufacturer, Itsu. Their design embraces elegant simplicity, featuring concentric metal circ...

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

A beautiful example of Paavo Tynell’s classical 1930s lamps. The model is 1355, featuring dark stained birch details and three patinated cast brass arms, each diverging into two with...

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...

Pair of Floor Lamps in Brass, Cane and Cane Shades by Paavo Tynell, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Brass, cane and cane shades Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Very rare p...

1930s Finnish Cylindrical Glass Plug-in Wall Lamp in the Manner of Paavo Tynell. A highly refined wall lamp executed in opaline glass with attractively patinated chrome frame. Retain...

An elegant minimalist ceiling pendant model 1602 with glass shade 81003, designed by Gunnel Nyman and manufactured by Idman in Finland in the 1950s. This very minimal design fits eas...

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...

Elevate your home decor with this exquisite pair of Finnish mid-century modern big opaline glass flush mounts, perfect for adding a touch of sophistication to any room. Measuring 25 ...

A beautiful blown glass table lamp designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape and manufactured by Orno, in Finland in the 1950s. The handmade art glass was free blown in Iittala, one of the lea...

Pair of table lamps, designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape, manufactured by Orno Oy, 1950s. Beautiful patinated leather frame with brass details, wool yarn shades. Good vintage condition, ...

A lovely and fun modernist table lamp by Boréns. Made from brass and partially lacquered light pink. The helmet like shade can be adjusted. Can also be hung on a wall. Model #161 L...

This iconic UFO-shaped ceiling pendant designed by Gunilla Jung and later adopted and further refined by Lisa Johansson-Pape, was highly popular in 1940s in Finland and remains a sou...

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

Despite the small size of this lamp the combination of brass, painted metal and leather makes it stand out. The simplified look is topped off with extra attention to quality and deta...

Nicknamed "the umbrella", this sizeable lamp was already designed in the 1930s. The model has three different versions, one of which has this hand-blown opaline glass shade with a ch...

Two arm wall light, manufactured in Finland, 1950s. Opaline glass shades with brass frame. Good vintage condition minor patina consistent with age and use.

A brass and opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Finland, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 21” H x  17” Diameter Dimensions of Canopy:  2.75” H x 3.875” W x 3.87...

Sculptural light no. 72 by Milla Vaahtera Dimensions: W 96 x D 55 x H 60 cm Materials: Glass In 2020 Milla Vaahtera started a series of unique sculptural lights made out of brass and hand blown glass. "I have focused on mobile art work for the past few years and this series with light is a natural continuum of that work. These lights are all unique and made by a very intuitive process. Glass parts are made in collaboration with a team of glass blowers from Nuutajärvi Glass Village. The creative process of joining methods of art to traditional areas of craft is the most important thing to me in my work. Traditionally craft has been an area where professionals avoid failure. Lack of failure makes them good. I'm revolutionary in embracing failure in the craft process. I always find new techniques via failure. Failure is not opposite to success, it's a necessary part of it. When I find the flow of “not giving a shit” in my work, I find freedom and fun, and achieve the best work. Embracing failure shuts up the critical comments in my head and I’m liberated. I´m inspired by everything and find influences all around me. I find leaving some tool marks to the brass and "the mistakes" refreshing. With glass, the pieces where you could see the moment of melt in the final work are always my favorites. And I felt that now I work in dialogue with glass. I learned to use improvisation at the moment to maintain the wild nature of glass. Glass is like me, spontaneous and organic. " Glassblowers: Paula Pääkkönen, Sani Lappalainen, Otto Koivuranta, Jukka Viuha, Penna Tornberg and many other glassblowers from Nuutajärvi. The metal parts: Silversmith Kirsi Kokkonen together with Milla Vaahtera Electric work Ullanlinnan sähkö Vaahtera began to work on this series in May 2017 together with glassblowers Paula Pääkkönen, Sani Lappalainen, Pauli Vähäsarja, Henni Eliala and Jonas Paajanen of Nuutajärvi. The metal parts were prepared by silversmith Kirsi Kokkonen together with Milla Vaahtera. The method was based on dialogue with the glass artists, improvisation and intuition. The ethereal pieces are a revival of the mobile tradition that emerged in the 1930s.The heavy glass parts and the delicate brass seek a balance with each other, thus creating tensions within the works. Milla Vaahtera (born 1981) is a designer and an artist working in Helsinki. The themes of her works extend from body image and sexuality to intuition and dialogues in the creative progress. Vaahtera has graduated as a Master of Arts in 2010 from Aalto University, the School of Arts, Design and Architecture. She did her BA studies in Lahti Institute of Design in 2008. Her work is featured in several exhibitions at galleries and museums including the Design Museum Finland, Lokal gallery and UU Market...

Rare Taidetakomo Hakkarainen floor lamp in wrought iron and straw shade made in Finland in the 1930s.

Stunning, large wall light by Hans Bergström, made from brass. The model is called “Rankan” (The Tendril”) and has an organic form with large leaves and flowing lines.

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

Rare and 1st production angel wing floor lamp model A805 designed by Alvar Aalto. Produced by Valaistustyö in Finland.

Model 9031 Scandinavian Modern pendant, designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, 1940/1950s. Brass frame, frosted glass glare shields, fabric shades. Marked. Good vintage condition, m...

The classic 9227 with the slotted visor reflector that moves up or down, to put the light where it's needed. An iconic functional lamp with a beautiful modern look. This wonderful p...

The multicolor ceiling lamps designed by Kai Ruokonen ( Kai Finnmark ) for Lynx, Stamped "LYNX" Finland, Circa 1950th. Painted metal with pink acrylic. Re...

A pair of indoor/outdoor wall lights designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, Model 2521-53. Finland Circa 1950th. Painted metal shade with opaline glass globe shade. Marked by manufa...

An elegant pair of ceiling lamps in white opaline glass made in Finland in the 1950s. This very minimal design fits easily into any interior. As with a lot of Scandinavian design the...

A monumental floor lamp attributed to Paavo Tynell and made by Taito Oy. The lamp is not stamped Taito, however since we attribute it to Tynell, that basically means Taito. Another r...

An extremely rare and brilliant wall lamp/sconce by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Taito Oy in Finland in the 1950s. These kinds of wall lamps are highly sought after by collectors as well as end users world wide. The design is simple, pragmatic and elegant with a little bit of flare, brought by the little brass star decorations. Star decorations are very rarely seen in Tynell lamps, but they are featured in the Finland house catalogue. The combination of brass and glass has proven to be an excellent combo and a favorite by customers. The item is in very good original condition. The glass shades are light blue, however the colour changes into more of a white tonevwhen the lights are on. Please refer to the attached pictures for a better understanding. Paavo Tynell (1890–1973) was a Finnish designer who is well renowned around the world for his incredible lighting fixtures and lamps. Tynell is known as the man who “illuminated Finland” and his works can be found in numerous public offices and buildings such as the Finnish Parliament House and the office of Secretary-General of the United Nations in New York. Tynell started as a sheet metal worker´s apprentice at G.W. Sohlbergs workshop in 1906. After that he moved to Taidetakomo Koru Oy in 1912, which was a metal workshop specializing in electric light fixtures. Then Paavo studied at the Central School of Applied Arts in Helsinki and after that he taught in it too. Paavo then founded Taito Oy in 1918 with a number of colleagues. Taito produced a number of other items other than just light fixtures in the early years, however the main focus became lamps after Finland adopted the use of electricity. By the 1930s Finnish households started buying light fixtures as the use of electricity became more common. In the 1920s Taito`s main sales were still mostly public commissions, for example the Paimio Sanatorium which was designed by Alvar aalto. After WW2 and the quite challenging shortage years in Finland, Tynell finally had his major breakthrough. His style became quite distinctive and was mainly aimed at the U.S. markets. He sold both catalogue lamps as well as commissioned works through Finland House in N.Y. Although his late 1940s-1950s style was widely criticized at first in Finland, he stuck to it, and luckily so. It wasn´t long before his lamp fixtures became Finland House´s best selling product. Nowadays Tynell´s high end lamps fetch hundreds of thousands of dollars worldwide, and deservingly so. His commisioned lamps number in the thousands, but unfortunately not all documents or archive materials are intact. Please note that we have a number of different Paavo Tynell wall lamps...

Pair of Table Lamps, designed by Lars-Gunnar Nordström, manufactured by Metallimestarit, 1970s. Marked. Metal frame with acrylic lamp shade. Good vintage condition, minor patina cons...

A rare model '1068' pendant lamp by Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno, Finland. The lamp has an opaline glass shade, hanging from a brass stem, decorated with glass prism elements.

A modernistic Stig Lindström ceiling pendant manufactured by Lival Oy in Finland mid 1960s. The pendant features six light bulbs in milk-glass / metal shades on a chrome and teak bas...

Itsu Oy, Paavo Tynell Style, Finnish Mid-Century Modern, Chandelier, Brass, Opal Glass, Finland, 1950s A gorgeous chandelier in the manner of Paavo Tynell and produced by Itsu Oy in...

A stunning mid-century modern ceiling lamp by renowned Finnish designer Heikki Turunen and manufactured by Orno. Made of brass and milk glass, this 4-arm chandelier has a cubic moder...

An adjustable brass wall light produced by Itsu, Finland, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 8.5” H x 4.875” W x 9.25“ D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 4.875” H x 4.875” W x 1...

Very rare pendant lamp in the style of Paavo Tynell, made in Finland in the 1950s. The lighting is made of full of brass. It has many small holes which are creating beautiful light. ...

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 striking colourful modernist ceiling pendant by Finnish designer Kai Ruokonen (Finnmark), featuring bold orange acrylic cylinder with an aluminum slat as a light diffuser. This fut...

Pair of brass table lamps by Kai Ruokonen, with large lamella lamp shades. Emanate beautiful, warm light when lit.

A brass, acrylic and gilded opaline glass chandelier produced by Korumo, Finland, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 18” H x  17” Diameter Dimensions of Canopy:  2.5” H x 4” Di...

Lantern, attributed to Taidetakomo Hakkarainen, 1930s. Forged iron frame, colored glass shades. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.

A brass opaline and crystal glass wall light designed by Maria Lindeman and produced by Idman, Finland, 1950s. Oxidation present to brass Wear consistent with age and use Overall ...

Pair of Finnish Neoclassical-Style Table Lamps by Valinte, Model 24142, 1970s A refined pair of neoclassical-style table lamps manufactured by Valinte in Finland during the 1970s, m...

Harlequin Pendant Light by Elina Ulvio. Dimensions: W 61 x D 61 x H 54 cm. Materials: Hand pleated polyester fabric, wooden beads, polished steel, crystal glass. All our lamps can b...