Rare and Large Model 85/9 Floral Chandelier, Itsu, 1950s

Rare chandelier, design Lisa Johansson-Pape, 1940s. Gorgeous floral glass details, brass frame and fabric shades. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. A ...

Model 50603 chandelier, manufactured by Idman Oy, Finland, 1950s. Brass frame, opaline glass shades. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.

Rare chandelier model ER 98/6, manufactured by Itsu Oy. Brass frame with opaline glass shades. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.

Scandinavian Modern chandelier in style of Paavo Tynell, manufactured in Finland, 1950s. Brass frame, opaline glass shades. Quality craftmanship. Good vintage condition, minor patina...

By the 1950s, Finland had established itself as a force for innovation in design. The best qualities of Finnish light fixtures are their atmospheric light and disciplined, functionalist design that is not short of unique decorative elements. This lamp was manufactured by Itsu, or Itä-Suomen Sähkö (eng. Eastern Finland Electricity), a small, then lesser-known manufacturer that produced characteristic models in small quantities, mainly inspired by Paavo Tynell. With its nature-inspired organic look, this chandelier is reminiscent of Finnish icons Paavo Tynell and Mauri Almari’s design language. Crafted from brass, this chandelier features a delicate frame that has been expertly designed to showcase the three opal glass shades and the curved arms. The glass shades have a milky appearance that diffuses the light beautifully, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere in any room. One of the defining features of mid-century lighting is its marriage of functionality and aesthetics; the era's designers believed that a well-designed lighting fixture could serve a practical purpose while also acting as a piece of art. This chandelier is without a doubt a piece of art, thanks to the delicate floral details. Stemming from the base, resembling a bouquet, these floral elements are sculpted beautifully, with a realistic appearance that is a testament to the manufacturer’s expert skills. This floral decoration is reminiscent of Finnish designer Paavo Tynell’s work. Itsu merged with Idman Oy in the 1950s, a large manufacturer who owned Taito, the company founded by Paavo Tynell. Thus, designs from Itsu of that time period bear some resemblance with the signature style of Tynell...

A beautiful and delicate Finnish mid-century ceiling lamp model ER 79/4 by Itsu, one of the leading lighting manufacturers in Finland. The lamp is in its absolute original condition ...

Itsu, short for Itä-Suomen Sähkö (eng. Eastern Finland Electricity), was a small, lesser-known manufacturer that produced characteristic models in small quantities. Itsu stands as a ...

A delicate Finnish mid-century ceiling lamp, model ER 5105/5 by Itsu, one of Finland’s foremost lighting manufacturers. The design features five opaline glass shades, each separated ...