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The great pioneer of Finnish lighting design, Paavo Tynell, created many of Finland’s most recognisable and admired lighting models. Working to incorporate artificial light into modern environments, Tynell co-founded Taito Oy in 1918, and worked as the lead designer until the 1950s. The company went on to produce fixtures for homes and prestigious interiors.

This model “7227” wall lamp manufactured at Taito in the 1930s embodies a balance of technical mastery and sculptural beauty, hallmarks of its legacy. The lamp features a polished nickel-plated brass frame that supports an elongated, softly frosted glass shade. The cylindrical shade diffuses the light beautifully, creating a warm, inviting glow that adds a serene atmosphere to any space. The subtle curvature of the metal structure and the rounded finial details lend a sculptural, almost jewel-like quality to the piece. The careful combination of cool metal and softly illuminated glass demonstrates Tynell’s masterful use of contrast and material interplay. Functional yet decorative, the lamp is designed to cast a ambient light while serving as a visual focal point. Its clean vertical silhouette and precise detailing highlight Tynell’s dedication to craftsmanship and his forward-thinking approach to modern lighting design.

Paavo Tynell’s designs, including this wall lamp, are highly sought after to this day. The influence of his work in the Finnish mid-century era is undeniable, and this wall lamp is a testament to his enduring legacy, reflecting Tynell’s genius in turning everyday objects into works of art.

Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use.

Dimensions:

3.35 in W x 5.51 in D x 13.78 in H

8.5 cm W x 14 cm D x 35 cm H

About the designer:

Paavo Tynell (1890-1973) was an industrial designer, known as the great pioneer of Finnish lighting design and fondly dubbed as “the man who illuminated Finland”.

Tynell was one of the founders and chief designers of Taito Oy – the first industrial producer of 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. 

Paavo Tynell rose to prominence in the 1930s and 40s when 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 Alvar Aalto’s major projects. Tynell was especially appraised through 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. 

Marked by delicacy and softness, his most famous forms in lightning echo the structures of nature; he adroitly created sculptural shapes reminiscent of the branches of trees, swirling snowflakes and seashells.