Tynell 9209 table lamp, brass - rattan

GUBI

AU$899.00 AU$1,199.00
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Tynell 9209 table lamp
AU$899.00 AU$1,199.00



Description

GUBI’s Tynell 9209 table lamp stands as one of Paavo Tynell’s iconic masterpieces. Also known as “Kypärä”, Finnish for helmet, the lamp derives its nickname from its half-sphere-shaped brass shade adorned with Tynell’s signature, handcrafted triangular perforations that turn into starlight-like sparkles when the light is on. Resting on a moulded brass base, a gracefully arching stem handwoven in rattan complements the lamp’s unique look. Originally introduced in 1940, the 9209 table lamp shares a resemblance to Tynell’s Shell lamp 5321, boasting similar forms, materials and proportions.

Originally produced by the Finnish company Oy Taito Ab, the luminaire is now part of the Paavo Tynell collection under the Danish design brand GUBI.

Material
Polished brass, lacquered rattan
Colour
Brass, rattan
Width
26 cm
Diameter
26 cm
Shade diameter
26 cm
Height
37 cm
Bulb base
E27
Light source
4-6W LED (not included)
IP rating
20
Protection class
II
Voltage
240 V
Nominal frequency
50–60 Hz
Certifications and labels
CE marked: tested and approved according to European standards
Plug
EU plug
Cable length
250 cm
Cable colour
Gold
Cable material
Textile
Weight
2 kg
Integrated switch
Yes
Dimmable
No
Product ID
GB10118900

Paavo Tynell

Paavo Tynell (1890-1973) is one of the best-known Finnish lighting designers, and his work has had a great influence on modern lighting design also internationally. Tynell started his career as a blacksmith and studied at the Helsinki University of Industrial Arts, where he continued as a teacher. In 1918, Tynell co-founded the metalwork and lighting company Oy Taito Ab, and worked as the company’s CEO and chief designer until 1953. In the 1930s and 1940s he designed lighting for various public spaces, such as Helsinki’s Parliament House and the office of the Secretary-General of the United Nations.

Tynell’s designs merge together simple and decorative shapes as well as sculptural and natural elements. The lamps are often made of brass and decorated with perforated patterns. Tynell collaborated with notable Finnish architects including Alvar Aalto, and participated in the lighting design of Aalto’s buildings such as the Paimio Sanatorium, Helsinki’s Savoy Restaurant and Viipuri Library. He also gained success in America, where his customers included private homes, lighting manufacturers and New York’s Finland House. During his career Tynell was awarded at the 1929 Barcelona World Fair and 1933 Milan Triennale, and in 1951 he received the first prize at the Good Design Awards.

Today, Tynell’s original designs are collector’s items that reach high prices in auctions. In 2018, the Danish design brand Gubi relaunched a long-awaited collection of Tynell’s designs.

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    Sastamala, Finland

    5

    Kaunis antaa hyvin valoa,koristeellinen

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    Helsinki, Finland

    5

    Hyvä tuote ja tervetullut uustuotanto.

    329 days ago

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    Turku, Finland

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