Tynell/Boman floor lamp

The floor lamp was designed in collaboration by Paul Boman and Paavo Tynell for the United Paper Mills’ clubhouse in Jämsänkoski in the late 1940s. The lamp stands out with its classic and distinguished appearance, differing from Tynell’s more typical brass–rattan combination. Its base is made of wood, giving it a more formal and traditional character. The middle section, however, features Tynell’s signature brass switch box, while the shade recalls his famous “Chinese hat” lamps. This floor lamp is particularly well suited for classic or formal interiors such as libraries, reading rooms, or representative spaces, but it also serves as a striking eye-catcher in a home setting.

Paavo Tynell

Nikolai Boman

Oy Taito Ab was a Finnish applied arts company that played a significant role in the development of domestic lighting and metal design in the early 20th century. Founded in Helsinki in 1918, the company operated actively until 1953, when it was merged with the lighting manufacturer Idman.

Taito Oy’s founding team included several key figures from Finland’s art and cultural scene, such as Paavo Tynell, Eric O. W. Ehrström, Frans Nykänen, Emil Wikström, and Gösta Serlachius.

Paavo Tynell served as both the chief designer and managing director throughout the company’s existence. Under his leadership, Taito’s metal art workshop produced lighting fixtures and interior elements that combined technical craftsmanship, refined design, and timeless aesthetics.

The legacy of Taito Oy lives on today – especially through Tynell’s lighting designs, which are internationally recognised as design classics. The company represented the finest Finnish craftsmanship of its time and served as an important bridge between traditional artisanry and industrial design.