Rare Snowflake Ceiling Fixture by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy

Finland | c. 1952 Perforated brass, brass wire, brass mesh. 3 x E26 (Edison) sockets. A single brass rod with wire flower finial suspends 64 brass snowflakes (3 different designs) around the fixture, creating a playful diffusion of light. Unsigned.

h. 39.5" diam. 32.0"

Condition: Very good condition. Recently rewired & UL listed, with new sockets added. Brass shows as good vintage condition with overall oxidation. All snowflakes are in good condition.

Notes: Provenance: Private collection – CT. Published: Paavo Tynell, Chasing Light. Pgs. 30-45 show related models.

Ref: 62 PT 27