Bukowskis presents Paavo Tynell at Design Sale Helsinki
High-quality craftsmanship and the unusual combination of materials − metal, glass and leather − are what make Paavo Tynell's lamps so popular all over the world. Tynell developed different kinds of indirect lighting for an atmospheric effect, and he created luminaires in many different styles to suit a wide range of clientele.
Paavo Tynell (1890–1973) was the first Finnish designer to work solely with lighting. He trained as a sheet metal worker and operated as such until 1918, when he, together with a few others, founded Taito Oy. As a designer at Taito Oy and in his own projects, Tynell used his knowledge and skill in metalwork to use the material to manipulate the light.
Primulan kahvilasali 1942. Aarne Pietinen 1950, Hotelli- ja ravintolamuseo, Finna.
Paavo Tynell, Made to order for Primula Café 1942, Mannerheimintie 12
In addition to his work at Taito Oy, Tynell worked together with architects to create light fixtures for different public spaces. In his design he developed new ways of aiming the light to create indirect lighting to achieve a softer, more atmospheric light. This kind of lighting made Tynell’s luminaires popular in restaurants and other spaces where the atmosphere was more important than bright lighting.
Bukowskis' online only auction Design Sale Helsinki presents a collection of impressive ceilings lamps that Paavo Tynell originally designed for Primula's cafés on Mannerheimintie 12 and Laivurinkatu 10 in Helsinki 1942 and 1953. Primula was founded in 1908 and was during the 20th century a leading player in the food sector in Finland.
Primula café Laivurinkatu 10 Helsinki. Aarne Pietinen 1950s, Hotelli- ja ravintolamuseo, Finna.
Paavo Tynell, Made to order for Primula Café 1953, Laivurinkatu 10
In addition to the made-to-order ceiling lamps Design Sale Helsinki also presents an impressive collection of table-, wall- and ceiling lamps by Paavo Tynell. Discover the selection and place your bid already today.
