Ceiling lamp designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
Finland, 1950's.
Brass and opaline glass.Provenance
A special order to House Turun Kristillisen Työväenyhdistyksen
This pendant lamp is a fine example of Paavo Tynell’s mid-century lighting design, likely produced in the 1940s or early 1950s by Taito Oy. It features a conical shade in glass or acrylic (often Tynell used opaline or sandblasted glass), suspended from a brass rod with a decorative brass sphere—one of his signature details. The small perforation near the bottom of the shade is typical of Tynell’s subtle, functional ornamentation, often used to diffuse heat or add a light accent.
Paavo Tynell (1890–1973) was a key figure in Finnish lighting design and instrumental in bringing Scandinavian modernism to an international stage. Nicknamed "the man who lit up Finland," he had a profound influence on the aesthetic of Finnish interiors during the mid-20th century, working across both private residences and major public buildings. His reach extended beyond Finland as well, with notable commissions such as lighting designs for the United Nations headquarters in New York.
Total Height: 145 cm / 4' 9 1/16"
Shade H: 60 cm / 1' 11 5/8"
D: 30 cm / 11 3/4"
Price: on application
