One of the iconic pieces launched during Tynell’s tenure at Taito, the 9209 Table Lamp was first produced in 1940. Similar in form and proportion to the much-loved, shell-shaded 5321 Table Lamp that followed it, the 9209 Table Lamp has a distinctively shaped shade in spun brass that has led to it being referred to as the ‘Kypärä’ – the Finnish word for ‘helmet’.
Held in place by a curved brass arm, the individually molded shade is decorated with triangular patterns of perforation – a Tynell decorative signature – which requires a specialist punch tool and the utmost precision to achieve by hand. As well as guiding the light downward, thanks to the holes punched in the surface, the shade also allows pinpricks of light through, creating a soft, textured glow and a starlight-like sparkle.
The 9209 Table Lamp is an iconic example of Paavo Tynell’s signature brass detailing. Besides the perforated shade, unique brass details include the simple switch discreetly positioned at the rear of the shade, and the brass finger above. Originally launched in 1940, when brass was on the verge of becoming Tynell and Taito’s signature material, the 9209 Table Lamp is now a renowned iconic collectors item.Read less +