Paavo Tynell
Finnish, 1890 - 1973
Paavo Tynell (1890–1973) was a pioneering Finnish industrial designer celebrated for his elegant and innovative lighting designs that helped define 20th-century Scandinavian modernism. A master craftsman and visionary, Tynell co-founded Oy Taito Ab in 1918, serving as head designer and transforming the company into one of Finland’s leading lighting manufacturers.
Tynell’s refined approach combined brass, glass, and perforated metal with graceful, organic forms that brought warmth and artistry to functional lighting. His creations illuminated landmark interiors across Finland, including government buildings and works by Alvar Aalto, with whom he frequently collaborated.
In the post-war years, Tynell expanded internationally, freelancing for major American firms such as Lightolier Inc., where he merged Nordic simplicity with modern American elegance. Though he spent much of his professional life working with U.S. clients, he continued to live in Finland.
Today, Paavo Tynell’s lamps and chandeliers remain icons of mid-century design—highly sought after by collectors and admired for their timeless craftsmanship, sculptural beauty, and poetic use of light.
Read Article: Paavo Tynell and The Art of Radical Simplicity by Benjamin Genocchio
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Set of Four of Paavo Tynell "80112" Ceiling Lamps for Idman, Finland ca 1950s
H 11.81 in DIA 11.42 in
$ 12,303
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Pair of Paavo Tynell "80112" Ceiling Lamps for Idman, Finland ca 1950s
H 11.81 in DIA 11.42 in
$ 6,270
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Pair of Paavo Tynell Hanging Lamps for Taito, Finland ca 1930s
H 54.33 in DIA 11.81 in
$ 3,135
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Paavo Tynell "80112-25" Ceiling Light for Idman Oy, Finland 1950s
H 9.06 in DIA 9.84 in
$ 2,351
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Pair of Paavo Tynell Commissioned Chandeliers in Brass & Fabric, Taito 1940s
H 55.12 in DIA 29.53 in
$ 43,056
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A Paavo Tynell Perforated Brass and Rattan Table Lamp 9208, Taito 1940s
H 18.11 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
$ 35,500
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Paavo Tynell Brass & Perforated Red Metal Ceiling Lamp Model K2-58, Idman 1950s
H 41.34 in DIA 9.84 in
$ 7,580
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Rare Paavo Tynell Chandelier in Brass, Wood & Yellow Shades, Taito 1950s
H 37.01 in DIA 26.77 in
$ 28,650
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Impressive 2m High Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp From Arabia Finland, Taito 1940s.
H 78.74 in DIA 23.62 in
$ 20,750
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Paavo Tynell Model “9414” Brass Wall Light for Taito Oy, Finland 1950s
H 14.57 in W 31.1 in D 9.06 in
$ 7,315
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Paavo Tynell Nine Arm Perforated Brass Chandelier Model 1994/9, Taito 1950s
H 66.93 in DIA 25.59 in
$ 130,550
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Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp "Cannon Shell" 9053 in Brass and Glass, Idman 1950s
H 23.62 in DIA 19.69 in
$ 32,450
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Paavo Tynell Flower Bouquet Chandelier 9029/4, Brass and Opal Glass, Taito 1950s
H 25.98 in DIA 15.75 in
$ 26,550
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Paavo Tynell Pair Of Commissioned Chandeliers, Brass & Glass, Taito Oy 1950s
H 76.77 in DIA 42.13 in
$ 652,760
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Paavo Tynell Adjustable Ceiling Lamp 1967 in Original Condition, Taito 1950s
H 110 in DIA 55 in
$ 15,550
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A Pair of Paavo Tynell Floor Lamps Model 9628 in Brass and Rattan, Taito 1950s
H 57.09 in W 9.45 in D 14.96 in
$ 78,330
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