Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
Finnish, 1890-1973
Paavo Tynell was an industrial designer, known as the great pioneer of Finnish lighting design and fondly dubbed “the man who illuminated Finland.” Tynell was one of the founders and chief designers of Taito Oy — the first industrial producer of lamps and other lighting fixtures in Finland. With the innovation of electricity in the beginning of the 20th century, Taito Oy and Tynell expanded the thinking and manufacturing of modern lighting solutions in Europe and abroad.
Tynell rose to prominence in the 1930s and 1940s, during which he collaborated with some of the most renowned Finnish architects, Alvar Aalto being the most notable one. Working to incorporate artificial lighting into modern environments, Tynell’s company Taito Oy produced fixtures for all of Aalto’s major projects including the Paimio Sanatorium and the Viipuri Library.
Tynell was especially praised for his involvement with the Finland House, a design atelier in New York that showcased the work of Finnish designers and craftspeople. His elegant brass designs became an instant success in North America, and he began creating lighting designs for the prestigious American company Lightolier.
A master craftsman, Tynell’s designs were derivative of a traditional aesthetic with a modern sensibility, mixed with an extensive use of perforated and polished brass. Marked by delicacy and softness, his most famous forms in lighting echo the structures of nature; he adroitly created sculptural shapes reminiscent of the branches of trees, swirling snowflakes and seashells.
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(Biography provided by Side Gallery)
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Creator: Paavo Tynell
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp Model 5310 in Black and Nickled Brass, Taito 1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
This table lamp is a part of the early Tynell lamps from the 1930s with clear Bauhaus influence. The combination of stainless steel and black paint distinguishes this lamp from the c...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Metal, Brass
Early Table Lamp in Brass and Leather by Paavo Tynell, 1950
s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Early Table Lamp in Brass and Leather by Paavo Tynell, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Brass and leather
Style: Mid century, Scandinavia
Very rare and early table lamp mode...
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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Paavo Tynel Lamp
By Paavo Tynell
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Paavo Tynell Lamp edited by Idman
Original unpolished surface
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1950s Finnish Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
$3,750
Paavo Tynell Helmet Table Lamp 9209 in Perforated Brass
Rattan, Taito 1950s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
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...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Table Lamp in Brass by Paavo Tynell, 1950
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By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Table Lamp in Brass by Paavo Tynell, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Brass
Style: Mid century, Scandinavia
Table lamp model 9227
Produced by Idman in Finland
Dimensions (W ...
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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Early Bijou Paavo Tynell Table Lamp Model 5306 in Black, Taito 1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
This table lamp is a part of the early Tynell lamps from the 1930s with clear Bauhaus influence. The combination of the black paint and chromed leg distinguishes this lamp from the c...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Metal, Aluminum, Nickel
Desk lamp by Paavo Tynell, model 9209
Kypärä
manufactured by Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Zurich, CH
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...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Paavo Tynell Helmet Table Lamp 9209 in Perforated Brass
Rattan, Taito 1950s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
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...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Paavo Tynell Table Lamps Model 9227 in Red and Brass, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
An exquisite example of a beautiful classic design with features that makes it suitable for a wide range of spaces especially offices, home offices or reading and working tables.
Thi...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Metal, Brass
Model 9201 Table Lamp, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy, 1940/1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model 9201 table lamp, designed by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Taito Oy, 1940/1950s. Brass frame with original fabric lampshade and wood detail. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. Timeless Scandinavian Modern design.
Paavo Tynell (1890-1973) is one of the most important names in Finnish lighting design, and his work has had a significant impact on modern lighting design also on an international level. Tynell, who studied at the Helsinki School...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Paavo Tynell Perforated Brass
Wooden Handle Table Lamp Model 9216, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A true find straight from the golden era of Taito Oy and Paavo Tynell's masterpieces. A magnificent piece in full original condition and a beautiful patina acquired from the past 70 ...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
A Paavo Tynell "Horseshoe" Table Lamp Model 9224 in Brass
Leather, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful example of the table lamp model 9224 by Paavo Tynell in brass and leather and manufactured by Taito in the early 1950s. This model is also known as the "horse shoe" due t...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Paavo Tynell model 5068 for Taito circa 1940, Brass
wood straw.
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Paavo Tynell table lamp model 5068 made by Taito Oy, The lamp is made in solid brass with a wood handel and a wood straw shade. Good original condition, the lamp is stamp by the edit...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Untouched
Paavo Tynell Umbrella Table Lamp Model 5061, Taito 1952-53
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
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...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp in Brass, Rattan
Wood
By Taito, Paavo Tynell
Located in Zurich, CH
Beautiful desk lamp by Paavo Tynell, renowned Finnish designer. Fantastic condition, stamped on the underside 'Taito'.
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Paavo Tynell Finnair Commissioned Table Mounted Brass Lamp, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful and very rare table mounted lamp designed by Paavo Tynell, comissioned by Finnair and manufactured by Taito Oy in 1952. This lamp was comissioned for the Aero (later Finn...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Paavo Tynell Adjustable Table Lamp 9201 in Brass, Birch
Linen, Taito 1940s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A very fine example of the adjustable table lamp model 9201 designed by Paavo Tynell in the 1940s for Taito Oy in its original condition.
This delicate table lamp has a brass body w...
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Rare Paavo Tynell Perforated Brass Horseshoe Table Lamp Model 9224, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Helsinki, FI
The rare perforated version and one of the nicest examples of the 9224 table lamps that we ever came across. This model is also known as the "horseshoe" due to the horseshoe resembling foot and other features making it resemble Thoroughbreds. In a 1950s edition of the Finland House Lighting catalouge this lamp was nicknamed Thoroughbred. Now if you think that was because of the horseshoe-foot, think again.
The Thoroughbred...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
A Paavo Tynell "Horseshoe" Table Lamp Model 9224 in Brass
Leather, Idman 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The rare perforated version and one of the nicest examples of the 9224 table lamps that we ever came across. This model is also known as the "horse shoe" due to the horseshoe resembling foot and other features making it resemble Thoroughbreds (see archive pictures) In a 1950s edition of the Finland House Lighting catalouge this lamp was nicknamed Thoroughbred. Now if you think that was because of the horseshoe-foot, think again.
The Thoroughbred is a hot-blooded racing horse breed known for its agility and it's physical features include a well-chiseled head, a long slim neck and a lean body. Somehow, that sounds like an exact description of the 9224 lamp. Add to that the leather harness and it's spot on.
This version has perforated funnel shape brass lamp shade...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp Model. 5233, Green, Brass
Birch, Taito Oy 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful Paavo Tynell table lamp model 5233 in mint green, manufactured by Taito Oy in Finland in the 1950s. A classic Tynell lamp with a new vibrant look and excellent condition....
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp Model H5-7 in Brass and Black, Idman 1960s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
This table lamp model H5-7 by Paavo Tynell is a time lasting and practical model feauturing a mixture of 3 different metal materials. In this model a firm brass stem supports an alum...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Aluminum, Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Desk/Table Lamp
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adjustable desk/table lamp, model no. 5305 by Paavo Tynell, 1950s. Brass and painted perforated metal. Manufactured by Taito, Finland. Underside impressed with TAITO/5305. Price redu...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Metal, Brass
$3,196 Sale Price
32% Off
Pair of Paavo Tynell Table lamps Model 5233 in Brass and Red, 1950s, Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A nice pair of Paavo Tynell table lamps model 5233 for Taito. This functional model can be used in private residences as well as offices. The lamps are in good condtion as they have ...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp Model 5068 in Brass, Birch and Rattan, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Paavo Tynell table lamp model 5068, manufactured by Taito Oy in the 1950s, excellent condition. This is a rare version with a slotted brass leg that hold a birch piece as a handle wh...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Rattan
“9227” Paavo Tynell 1950s Black and Brass Desk Lamp
By Paavo Tynell
Located in New York, NY
A mid-20th century table lamp, model 9227 designed for Idman by Paavo Tynell.
Brass and black painted metal. Manufacturer's mark.
Can be rewired upon request.
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp Model 5066, Perforated Brass, Rattan
Wood, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
This table lamp, model no. 5066 by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy from the 1950s is a classic. It has a brass round stand, a hard wooden leg and a beautiful clean lined light mahogany col...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Rare Commissioned Paavo Tynell Perforated Brass Table Lamp, Taito Oy, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
An extremely rare commissioned table lamp by Paavo Tynell. This lamp has features from several models yet has a unique perforated cone shape shade that is not found in any other stan...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Brass Table Lamp by Paavo Tynell, 1950
s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Brass Table Lamp by Paavo Tynell, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Brass
Style: Mid century, Scandinavia
Table lamp model 9227
Produced by Idman in Finland
Dimensions (W x D...
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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Table Lamp by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
A table lamp designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman, Finland, circa 1950s.
Original paint, marked by manufacturer.
Existing wiring, rewiring available upon request.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Sheet Metal
Paavo Tynell 9205 Table Lamp Canvas Shade for GUBI
By Paavo Tynell, Gubi
Located in New York, NY
First produced around 1950, the 9205 is a classic, almost archetypal, table lamp with an unmistakable Tynell aesthetic. Elegant and slender, the lamp’s apparently simple form conceal...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Table Lamp in Brass and Black Lacquered Metal by Paavo Tynell, 1950
s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Table Lamp in Brass and Black Lacquered Metal by Paavo Tynell, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Brass and black lacquered metal
...
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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Paavo Tynell Idman Table Lamp
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A fine example of an early Paavo Tynell table lamp in solid brass and handblown glass.
Cane wrapped frame.
Adjustable glass shade.
Two available.
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
9225
Table Lamp in Brass and Leather
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, table lamp, model ‘9225’, brass, leather, Finland, 1950s
This '9225' desk lamp, designed by the master of lighting Paavo Tynell in the fifties, stands as ...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Paavo Tynell Table Desk for Taito Oy, 1940s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Amarillo, TX
Paavo Tynell rare desk light, "Simpukka" (Clam).
Finland, circa 1940s.
Brass, cane-wrapped metal.
Measures: 27 H x 22.86 W x 22.86 D cm.
10.5 H x 9 W x 9 D inches.
Underside impre...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell table lamp pair, model 5313 (TAITO)
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hyvinkää, FI
Paavo Tynell (1890–1973) was a Finnish lighting designer whose works are now highly valued and sought after by collectors. He was one of the founders of Oy Taito Ab in 1918, and the ...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Metal, Brass
$18,305 / set
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp Model 9227 Produced by Idman in Finland
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Table lamp model 9227 designed by Paavo Tynell. Produced by Idman in Finland.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Model 9224 ”Horseshoe” Brass and Leather Table Lamp
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Espoo, FI
Paavo Tynell is one of Finland’s best known and most collected mid-century designers. Tynell was a pioneer of European lighting design and a founder of the first lighting manufacturing company in Finland, Taito Oy. The present model “9224” table lamp is a well known design famous for its characteristic base design.
This model is better known as the "horseshoe" due to the shape of the foot and other features making it resemble Thoroughbreds. In a 1950s edition of the Finland House Lighting catalogue this lamp was nicknamed Thoroughbred, but interestingly enough, not because of the horseshoe-foot. The Thoroughbred is a hot-blooded racing horse breed known for its agility and physical features including a well-chiselled head, a long, slim neck and a lean body. Features that describe this lamp model as well. This version (there exists one with small holes on the reflector) has a funnel shaped brass reflector with a ring of perforated lines highlighting its widening shape. The reflector is lacquered white inside and can be adjusted in its position, functional elements that show Tynell’s consideration for the user and the lamp’s utilitarian role as well. The most distinct element however, remains the brass horseshoe base that balances the design both visually and literally as well. It is a sleek, modern element that makes this model immediately recognizable. It is connected to the shade by a straight neck wrapped entirely in leather. While Tynell’s company collaborated with up-and-coming talent as well as more established names such as Alvar Aalto, Tynell’s own designs are the most collected for their elegant brass forms, exquisite quality, and interesting play of materials.
A master craftsman himself, Tynell’s design is derivative of a traditional aesthetic with a modern sensibility, mixed with an extensive use of perforated and polished brass as material. This table lamp showcases all his sensibilities that gained him worldwide fame and renown.
Condition:
In good vintage condition consistent with age and use. This unit is unpolished and has signs of wear.
Paavo Tynell Table lamp Model 9224 Horseshoe Lamp...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
$19,047 Sale Price
20% Off
Paavo Tynell Model 9224 "Horseshoe" Table Lamp for Idman Oy, Finland 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
Paavo Tynell is one of Finland’s best known and most collected mid-century designers. Tynell was a pioneer of European lighting design and a founder of the first lighting manufacturi...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Paavo Tynell "Model 9224" Table Lamp for Idman Oy, Finland 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
Paavo Tynell is one of Finland’s best known and most collected mid-century designers. Tynell was a pioneer of European lighting design and a founder of the first lighting manufacturi...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Paavo Tynell table lamp for Idman
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A Tynell table lamp in solid brass for Idman, ca. 1950's
An unusual form with an iconic adjustable brass flower or florette that can travel the entirety of the central shaft of the ...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp Model “Umbrella” Manufactured by Taito Oy Finland, 1940
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Barcelona, ES
Paavo Tynell
Table lamp model “Umbrella”
Manufactured by Taito Oy
Finland, 1940
Brass
From the archives of Side Gallery, Barcelona
Measurements
32 cm x 41 H cm
12.5 in x 1...
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1940s Finnish Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass
“H5-8” Table Lamp
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Borås, SE
”H5-8”, table lamp
ca. 1960s.
Lacquered steel and brass.
Designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Idman Oy.
Originally designed by Paavo Tynell in the 1940’s for Tait...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Brass, Steel
$2,991
Early Paavo Tynell Table Lamp in Enamel for Taito 1935
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A very early black enamel table lamp by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy in 1935.
On the verge of Modernism and borrowed generously from the Bauhaus lamps of the time, this is an incredibl...
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1930s Finnish Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
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Metal
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp For Taito Oy 1935
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A super early Paavo Tynell table lamp for Taito Oy from 1935.
This is marked as Model 5053 in the 1935 Taito Catalogue. A similar example has a glass shade.
This example with a c...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paavo Tynell Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
$2,400 Sale Price
25% Off
Paavo Tynell table lamps for sale on 1stDibs.
Paavo Tynell table lamps are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Paavo Tynell table lamps, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 66 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 6 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original table lamps by Paavo Tynell were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider table lamps by Tapio Wirkkala, Lisa Johansson-Pape, and Stockmann-Orno . Prices for Paavo Tynell table lamps can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $899 and can go as high as $61,722, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $11,221.
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