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It is simply impossible to talk about 20th century Finnish lighting design without mentioning Paavo Tynell. Widely referred to as “The Man who Illuminated Finland”, Tynell not only founded Oy Taito AB, he also founded an unmistakeable aesthetic by which his designs like this model can immediately be identified.

His world-renowned and extremely sought-after works are mostly formed from perforated and polished brass. Here the brass is bent into flowing curves comprising the arms and the unique, multilayered cluster. The upward facing glass shades are placed at the end of the five arms. Their gently rounded bell shape is paired with opalescent glass, resulting in a cosy impression that is perfect for ambient lighting. Dating to the 1930s, this model has more ornamentation than Tynell’s later models; the tube is covered in a twisted fabric, ending in a large tassel. On this front, this lamp shows the influence of the Art Deco movement. Tynell was a master of peculiar decorative elements that never feel tacky or excessive and this is mainly thanks to his great sense of balance. Here the rest of the brass body including the canopy is left exposed, creating said balance between the materials. The tassel makes this chandelier unmistakeable, but even without it, the design itself is of the highest quality, showcasing why Paavo Tynell was very deservedly the man who illuminated Finland.

In 1918 Tynell founded Oy Taito AB, which became the Finnish lighting industry trendsetter during the interwar period and this model was also produced at there. This rare chandelier model from the 1930s can easily create an ambience that is cosy and stylish while not compromising on quality and functionality.‎

Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The brass has some weather marks and a beutiful patina.

Dimensions:

25.19 in Ø x 36.22 in H

64 cm Ø x 92 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”.

Tyne 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 where 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 including the Paimio Sanatorium and the Viipuri Library. 

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. 

A master craftsman himself, Tynell’s designs were derivative of a traditional aesthetic with a modern sensibility, mixed with an extensive use of perforated and polished brass as material. 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. ~H.