Paavo Tynell Table Lamp, Model 9227
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Toronto, Ontario
An adjustable table lamp by Paavo Tynell for Idman, circa1950 This example retains it's original enameled white shade with a solid brass upright and adjustable thumbscrew. Stam...
Brass, Metal
“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.
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Adjustable Model 9227 Table Lamp for Idman, Mid Century
By Paavo Tynell
Located in New York, NY
A refined and collectible table lamp by Paavo Tynell, model 9227, produced by Idman in Finland in the mid twentieth century.
Metal, Brass
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.
Metal, Brass
Scandinavian/Finnish Modern Paavo Tynell Model 9227 Table Lamp, Finland, 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Kangasala, FI
Rare Scandinavian/Finnish mid-century table lamp model 9227 designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito Oy, circa 1950s.
Brass
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp Model 9227 manufactured by Taito Oy1950s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Kiiminki, FI
Adjustable table lamp by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy 1950s. The lamp was completely restored a few years ago. The paint is new, as are the electrical systems. The brass parts have been...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Paavo Tynell, brass and white table lamp 9227 for Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
The Paavo Tynell table lamp 9227 for Taito Oy is a timeless masterpiece that embodies Scandinavian Modern Vintage design at its finest.
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Adjustable Table Lamp Model 9227 in Full Brass, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Helsinki, FI
Tynell started as a sheet metal worker´s apprentice at G.W.Sohlbergs workshop in 1906.
Brass
Paavo Tynell Adjustable Table Lamp Model 9227 in White and Brass, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful example of the iconic model 9227 table lamp by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Idman in the 1960s.
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Pair of Table Lamps Model 9227 in Brass & Blue, Idman 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The lamps have been repainted with a beautiful and vibrant blue color that was often used in the 1950s in Finland due to the olympics of 1952 that were held in Helsinki. This 9227 ta...
Metal, Brass
A Pair of Green & Brass Paavo Tynell Table Lamps Model. 9227, Idman Oy 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of particularly beautiful Paavo Tynell model. 9227 table lamps in green painted metal and brass, manufactured by Idman Oy in Finland in the 1950s.
Metal, Brass
Pair of Paavo Tynell Table Lamps Model 9227 in Red and Brass, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Both lamps have been painted recently with this red tone that was frequently used back in the 1950s. This 9227 table lamp design by Tynell is well recognized and considered by many a...
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Adjustable Table Lamp Model 9227 in Black & Brass Taito Idman 1950s
By Idman Oy, Taito
Located in Helsinki, FI
The classic 9227 with the slotted visor reflector that moves up or down, to put the light where it's needed.
Metal, Brass
Vintage Brass Table Lamp by Paavo Tynell, Scandinavian Modern
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Table lamp, model #9227, by Paavo Tynell. Elegant, distinct form made from brass.
Brass
Unavailable
H 17.45 in W 11.82 in D 6.3 in
Paavo Tynell All Brass Desk Lamp, Model 9227, Taito, Finland, circa 1958
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Southampton, NY
Tynell adjustable table or desk lamp, tubular and perforated brass.
Brass
Paavo Tynell 9227 Table Lamp
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in San Diego, CA
Paavo Tynell 9227 table or desk lamp. A great vintage example with a beautiful patina to the brass.
Metal, Brass
Rare Brass Paavo Tynell 9227 Table Lamp
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An exceptionally rare all brass model of the iconic Paavo Tynell 9227 table lamp in very good condition. Stamped by Idman in Finland.
Brass, Metal
1950s Paavo Tynell 9227 Table Lamp for Idman
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s Paavo Tynell 9227 Table Lamp for Idman. A rare and lovely Finnish lamp featuring manufacturer's 'Idman' stamp in the brass armature.
Brass, Metal
1950s Paavo Tynell 9227 Table Lamp for Idman
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s Paavo Tynell 9227 table lamp for Idman. An increasingly rare design from a highly collectible Finnish design icon executed in brass and enameled white aluminium and metal.
Brass, Metal
1950s Paavo Tynell 9227 Table Lamp for Idman
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s Paavo Tynell 9227 table lamp for Idman. An increasingly rare design from a highly collectible Finnish design icon executed in brass and white aluminum and metal.
Brass, Metal
1950s Paavo Tynell 9227 Table Lamp for Idman
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s Paavo Tynell 9227 table lamp for Idman. An increasingly rare design from a highly collectible Finnish design icon executed in brass and white aluminum and metal.
Brass, Metal
Paavo Tynell 9227 Table Lamp
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Portland, OR
Nice example task lamp model 9227 by Paavo Tynell. Lacquered perforated metal shade pivoting on a wonderfully patinated brass stem with lacquered cast iron base.
Brass, Cut Steel
Paavo Tynell 9227 Table Lamp for Idman Finland, 1950's
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Turku, Finland
Original black colored table lamp by Paavo Tynell. Beautiful and iconic desk lamp by Paavo Tynell.
Metal, Brass
Original Paavo Tynell 9227 Table Lamp for TAITO / Idman, 1950's
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Turku, Finland
Original natural white colored table lamp by Paavo Tynell. This Piece is Very Early Version of 9227 Table lamp, manufacturer's marking on the bottom "TAITO 9227 / IDMAN".
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp Idman 9227 Finland
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Munich, DE
Paavo Tynell This table lamp is produced and marked by TAITO 9227 - Idman.
Aluminum, Brass, Metal
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp Model "9227" circa 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Finland's leading Industrial designer, Table lamp by Paavo Tynell. The refined form of Tynell and the contrast between black paint and brass It gives a sense of quality.
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp Model 9227 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.
Brass, Metal
Paavo Tynell Desk Lamp for Idman Model 9227, 1950s, Finland
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Paavo Tynell desk lamp model 9227 designed in the 1950s for Idman.
Brass
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp Model 9227 by Idman
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Espoo, FI
Paavo Tynell table lamp, model 9227. Brass and white painted steel.
Metal, Brass
Midcentury Table lamps by Paavo Tynell H5-8/9227 Model
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in London, GB
A rare table lamp by legendary Finnish designer Paavo Tynell. H5-8 Model. Two available. Post 1964 when Idman (Manufacturer) changed the model number from 9227 to H5-8.
Brass
Sold
H 17.33 in W 8.67 in D 1.97 in
Pair of Paavo Tynell Model 9227 Table Lamps for Idman, Finland, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Turku, Finland
A pair of Model 9227 table lamps designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Idman in Finland during the 1950s.
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Paavo Tynell Lamp, Stamped Idman
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Paavo Tynell for Idman, Finland model 9227, circa 1950.
1950s Paavo Tynell 9227 Table Lamps for Idman
By Paavo Tynell, Idman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s Paavo Tynell 9227 table lamps for Idman. Increasingly rare designs from a highly collectible finnish design icon executed in brass and enameled white aluminium and metal.
Brass, Metal
Pair of Table Lamps by Paavo Tynell Model 9227
By Paavo Tynell
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of table lamps, model 9227 by Paavo Tynell designed for Idman/Taito, circa 1950s.
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Sold
H 18.9 in W 8.67 in D 11.03 in
Vintage Table Lamps Model 9227 by Paavo Tynell, Idman, Finland, 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Pair of brass table lamps, model 9227, by Paavo Tynell. Elegant, distinct forms with black lacquered bases and shades.
Brass
Sold
H 17.33 in W 8.67 in D 12.21 in
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp Model 9227 manufactured by Taito Oy 1950s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Kiiminki, FI
Adjustable table lamp by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy 1950s. The lamp was completely restored a few years ago. The paint is new, as are the electrical systems. The brass parts have been...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Sold
H 16.54 in W 8.67 in D 15.36 in
Light Green & Brass Paavo Tynell Adjustable Table Lamp Model 9227, Idman 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The item is stamped both Taito and Idman, and the model number 9227 as well. This 9227 table lamp design by Tynell is well recognized and considered by many as the pivotal point at...
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 16.54 in W 8.67 in D 15.36 in
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp Model 9227 in Vibrant Red & Brass, Idman 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The item is stamped both Taito and Idman, and the model number 9227 as well. Paavo Tynell (1890–1973) was a Finnish designer who is well renowned around the world for his incredible...
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 16.93 in W 12.6 in D 8.66 in
Mid-Century Model 9227 Brass Table Lamp by Paavo Tynell for Taito & Idman, 1950s
By Taito-idman
Located in Hamburg, DE
Classic table lamp from the traditional Finnish companies Taito and Idman based on a design by Paavo Tynell from the 1950s. A very rare original from Aalto and Tynell times. A class...
Metal
Table Lamp 9227 by Paavo Tynell for Idman
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Cologne, DE
Table lamp of the finish designer Paavo Tynell, created originally for Taito Oy (Paavo Tynell own company), later produced by Idman Signed with Idman Information for delivery t...
Brass, Metal
Rare Paavo Tynell Brass 9227 Lamp for Idman 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brass table lamp by Paavo Tynell for Idman.
Paavo Tynell (1890-1973) Taito Black Table Lamp #9227 for IDMAN
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Salzburg, Austria
Black painted perforated metal and brass. Manufactured by Idman, Finland. Underside impressed with TAITO 9227 IDMAN VM 424 Height 41 cm Yellow cable
Brass, Metal
Paavo Tynell White Desk Lamp Model 9227 for Idman, Finland, 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Woudrichem, NL
An adjustable table lamp designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Idman, Finland, circa 1950. Model 9772. This striking refined and elegant table lamp retains it's original ename...
Brass, Enamel
Table Lamp Model 9227 Designed by Paavo Tynell, Made by Idman
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Brussels, BE
Table lamp model 9227 designed by Paavo Tynell Made by Idman Finland, circa 1954 enameled aluminum, brass, enameled steel.
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Sold
H 16.15 in W 7.49 in D 9.06 in
Pair of Model 9227 Brass and White Enameled Metal Desk Lamps by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Babworth, Retford
A pair of model 9227 brass and white enameled metal desk lamps, each with a pierced adjustable shade supported by a brass stem on a circular base by Paavo Tynell (1890-1973).
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp for Idman, Model # 9227, Finland, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Sylacauga, AL
A Paavo Tynell table lamp in brass and tomato red painted enameled metal, 1950s.
Brass, Enamel
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.
Find antique Paavo Tynell chandeliers and pendants, floor lamps and other lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
(Biography provided by Side Gallery)
Antique table lamps became a category of their own once electricity moved light off the wall and onto furniture. The form split quickly: task-driven designs like the Anglepoise on one side, decorative ceramic and glass on the other.
Styles to Know
Base material shapes the light as much as the shade does: ceramic and glass diffuse a softer glow, while brass and metal read more directional. Layer the look with a mid-century modern floor lamp for ambient light, or set a pair on a mid-century modern nightstand for a bedroom.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Table Lamp
Buying individually rather than as a pair allows more flexibility when mixing eras across a room. For those shopping by name rather than by shape, the history of the Anglepoise lamp is worth a read. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.
Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
This circa 1950 piece by the legendary Finnish lighting designer spent the past several decades in a family's home in Michigan.