Finnish Lighting

This model “ER 112/3” lamp was designed during the mid 20th century, an era in which Finland saw the birth of many of its most iconic lighting models. Design-wise, it was a period of...

A Pair of Large Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Hand Blown Ice Glass Sconces Attributed to the leading Finnish designer, Tapio Wirkkala, circa 1970. Their shape is a subtle, elliptic...

The model “553” hanging lamp, designed by Paavo Tynell and produced by Taito, is a refined example of Tynell’s ability to merge elegant form with functional lighting. Taito developed...

Six Brutalist wall lamps in copper by Orno, Finland, mid-1900s. Six pieces available.  

This “1645” pendant lamp, designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito in the 1930s, is a quintessential example of early Finnish modern lighting. Known as “the man who illuminated Finland,” T...

A brass floor lamp model 9605 designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito Oy in Finland in the 1950s. This is one of the rarest Paavo Tynell floor lamps, for it is not seen of...

It is simply impossible to talk about 20th century lighting design without mentioning Finland and the Finnish “masters of light”. Brass bent into flowing curves, glass shades, and su...

It is simply impossible to talk about 20th century lighting design without mentioning Finland and the Finnish “masters of light”. Brass bent into flowing curves, glass shades, and su...

Lisa Johannson Pape Pendant for Stockmann Orno Helsinki Finland originally designed in 1947. This example in aluminium was manufactured in the early ...

This pair of large Finnish modernist opaline glass flush mounts, each measuring 30 cm in diameter, embodies timeless Scandinavian design with a sleek, minimalist aesthetic. Their ver...

Sculptural light no. 73 by Milla Vaahtera Dimensions: W 65 x D 22 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...

🌿 Background of the Itsu Table Lamp • Manufacturer: Itsu (a Finnish lighting company active in the 1950s–1960s). • Designers: Often attributed to Mauri Almari, though influences fr...

Table Lamp in Brass and Black Lacquered Metal by Paavo Tynell, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Brass and black lacquered metal ...

Discover the timeless elegance of our set of 1930's opaline glass sphere flush mount lamps by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy. These versatile lamps are perfect for adding a touch of vinta...

A pair of monumental wall lights designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito, Oy. Finland Circa mid. 1940th. Brass frame with (4) arms and (4) Edison typ...

Rare model 10220 counterweight pendant, design Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Taito Oy, 1940/1950s. Brass and glass. The pendant has a counterweight which can be used to adjust the he...

Rare and early floor lamp “Maija the bee” / Maija Mehiläinen designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara. Produced by Hienoteräs in Finland.

Lisa Johansson-Pape (1907–1989) was a Finnish designer and interior architect, renowned for her lighting design. Her designed wall lamp pair model 3054 represents her typical style, ...

This sculptural pair of table lamps embodies the refined elegance and craftsmanship associated with mid-century Scandinavian design. Made in the 1950s, these lamps feature slim, coni...

Rare and large ceiling lamp designed by Paavo Tynell. Produced by Taito Oy in Finland. Height: 117-160 cm.

A rare and characterful pair of brutalist ceiling lamps executed entirely in copper, originally commissioned for the entrance canopy of the Kesko building, later known as the Oulu En...

This rare table lamp, designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara and produced by Asko in collaboration with Hienoteräs in Finland in 1955, stands as a sophisticated example of Finnish mid-century...

This very rare table lamp, model Kypärä No. 9209, designed by Paavo Tynell and produced by Taito Oy in Finland during the 1940s, is a striking example of the refined and poetic sensi...

A beautiful and refined example of the model 9460 wall light by Paavo Tynell, produced by Taito in Finland during the 1950s. Executed entirely in brass, the fixture embodies Tynell’s...

Copper wall lights designed by Paavo Tynell for Hotel Juhana Herttua Pori, Finland 1953. Manufactured by Valaisinpaja for Idman, 1953. Paavo Tynell (1890-1973) was a Finnish lightin...

The lamp is designed by renowned Finnish Designer Kai Ruokonen and manufactured by Sieva Oy in the 70's. The lamp is made of brass with a beautiful patina ...

Early Artek A809 floor lamp, manufactured by Valaistustyö, designed by Alvar Aalto in 1959. The lamp has a brass base, black leather, and a white metal shade. The lamp is in good use...

Alvar Aalto A805 “Angel Wing” floor lamp for Valaistustyö, brass, iron and leather, Finland, 1954. The Alvar Aalto A805 “Angel Wing” floor lamp is an iconic mid-century modern piece...

Two mid-century modern ceiling lights from Finnish manufacturer Orno. A minimalist and functional design. The body of the light is a simple black cylinder. Deep inside is a classic ...

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...

The most famous Finnish industrial designer, Paavo Tynell came to be known as the “man who illuminated Finland” thanks to his notable lighting designs. A master craftsman himself, Ty...

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...

Paavo Tynell is one of Finland’s best known and collected mid-century designers. Tynell was a pioneer of lighting design and a founder of the first lighting manufacturing company in ...

Finnish designers and manufacturers were true pioneers of Nordic lighting design, with a functionalist nature. Works from the midcentury era today are ...

Discover the timeless elegance of Paavo Tynell’s pair of flush mounts from Idman Oy, an iconic addition to your hallway or other low spaces. These flush mount lamps are masterfully d...

A highly sought-after and iconic desk lamp by the pioneer of Scandinavian lighting design, Paavo Tynell. The 9209 design, nicknamed 'Kypärä' (or translated to 'Helmet' in English), i...

A fine example of an early Paavo Tynell table lamp in solid brass and handblown glass. Cane wrapped frame. Adjustable glass shade. Two available.

A refined and characterful Mid-Century Modern table lamp, model K11-15, designed by Mauri Almari and produced by Idman Oy in Finland during the 1950s. This elegant piece exemplifies ...

A rare pair of Paavo Tynell Model 9602 Floor Lamp designed by renowned Finnish lighting designer Paavo Tynell and produced by Taito Oy in Finland, Circa 1950. Known as the “Chinese ...

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...

Large 1960s brass rotating wall lamp in the style of Charlotte Perriand. Produced in Scandinavia in the 1960s. A refined and elegant lamp executed in brass with a shade that rotates freely around the bulb. Reminiscent of the Charlotte Perriand designed 'Applique Cylindrique...

Mid-Century Modern Finnish White Opaline Glass and Painted Metal 'Bulbo' Pendant Light Iconic "Bulbo" model chandelier designed by the renowned Lisa Johansson-Pape for Stockmann-Orn...

This 4-light chandelier by Almari Mauri of Finland, in brass, glass and faceted crystals. Beautiful vintage piece with a lovely patina on brass. Original canopy included.

Pair of Wall Lamps Model 7004 designed by Paavo Tynell. The lamps are made of brass, and are in very good condition.

Rare Pair of Table Lamps in Brass, 1950’s Additional Information: Material: Brass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Probably produced in Fi...

Introducing a stunning set of vintage 1950's flushmount lamps by Lisa Johansson-Pape, designed for ORNO in Finland. These highly sought-after pieces showcase the elegant and minimali...

Rare floor lamp by Kai Ruokonen for Orno Oy, Finland, early 1970s. Executed in brass, the lamp features a tiered reflector composed of concentric horizontal shades, creating a balan...

Pair of 'Finnmark' brass table lamps designed by Kai Ruokonen for ORNO c.1970s, Finland. This design, originally made for the Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki, features three tiered brass lamp...

Ceiling lamp model A332 “Beehive” designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyo, Finland, 1953. Painted aluminium and polished brass. Early six tier version. Stamped, 'VAlAISTUSTYO A33...

A pleated red fabric shade with fringe finish supported by three ball and chain drops. Bronze mounting plate has three bulb outlets.

Table lamp model 9208 by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, Finland, 1940s. Executed with a perforated brass reflector and rattan-covered brass shaft, this table lamp reflects Tynell’s refi...

Only one let. Priced individually. The remaining shade has a tiny chip to the bottom. Cased glass, cranberry red over white. See images. 4.5" wide, 12.5" tall. Includes ceiling plate...

Sculptural light no. 34 by Milla Vaahtera Dimensions: D 13 x W 60 x H 82 cm Materials: glass, brass In 2020 Milla Vaahtera started a series of un...

By the mid-20th century, Finland had firmly established itself as a force for innovation in design. The most distinctive qualities of Finnish light fixtures are their functionalist f...

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...

Sculptural Light No. 29 by Milla Vaahtera. Dimensions: W 90 x H min 60 cm. Materials: Glass, Brass. 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...

Custom Ordered Ceiling Lamp in Copper & Brass by Paavo Tynell, 1940's Additional Information: Material: Copper and brass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by Taito Oy in Fin...

It is simply impossible to talk about 20th century lighting design without mentioning Finland and the Finnish “masters of light”. Brass bent into flowi...

Paavo Tynell chandelier Model K2-10 Manufacture: Idman, Finland, circa 1955. Enameled steel, glass, brass. Measures: 9 diameter x 15 height inches.

Artek A331 "Beehive" lamp, white/brass. Manufacturer Valaistustyö Ky. Designer Alvar Aalto. The lamp is in original good used condition.