Paavo Tynell (1890–1973)
What is Paavo Tynell’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 1,411 auction results for Paavo Tynell at 25 houses since 2009. Over the last 24 months the median price was $17,034 including buyer’s premium (middle half $10,361–$29,617, n=354). The auction record is $680,703 for Suspension modèle n°9014 ou 10106 dite ‘Snowflake’ (2024, PIASA). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension modèle n°9014 ou 10106 dite ‘Snowflake’, 1947 | Laiton et résille de métal | $680,703 | PIASA | Nov 2024 |
| 2 | Snowflake Number 1, 1947 | Très rare exemplaire à 96 flocons, structure en laiton, réflecteur en laiton ajouré, éléments décoratifs en métal perforé | $402,007 | Artcurial | Jul 2020 |
| 3 | 'Snowflake' Chandelier, Model No. 9014 from the 'Fantasia' Series, 1948 | Cartridge brass | $378,000 | Christie's | Jun 2025 |
| 4 | Snowflake, circa 1948 | Brass, lacquered brass, metal mesh, copper wire | $307,200 | Sotheby's | Jun 2026 |
| 5 | Snowflake, 1950 | Brass, perforated brass, brass mesh | $302,400 | Sotheby's | Dec 2022 |
| 6 | variation du mod. 9041 dite « Snowflake » de la série Fantasia, 1950 | Tin | $291,798 | Artcurial | Nov 2021 |
| 7 | Snowflake, 1946 | Brass, perforated brass, brass mesh | $266,700 | Sotheby's | Jun 2023 |
| 8 | Snowball, 1950 | Structure en métal laqué noir et laiton, globes en verre opalin, décor en laiton | $259,642 | Artcurial | Apr 2017 |
| 9 | Fantasia, 1950 | Structure en laiton, décor en laiton perforé composé de 84 flocons | $255,768 | Artcurial | Nov 2019 |
| 10 | Paire de suspensions, 1890 | Enamel | $214,777 | PIASA | Jun 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 9 | $19,573 |
| Other | 1,191 | $10,096 |
| Paintings | 8 | $9,977 |
| Sculpture | 8 | $1,961 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 315 | $21,074 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 343 | $10,990 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 506 | $5,925 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 1,411 results from 25 houses · How we compute these figures
Paavo Tynell is a Finnish artist with 2,252 auction lots recorded since 2009, median price $8,887. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Paavo Tynell sold in 2026 for a hammer price of $195,000 (buyer's premium not included), according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 1,408 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Paavo Tynell work is $8,887.
The median Paavo Tynell sculpture sells for $18,165 across 24 lots.
The median Paavo Tynell work on paper sells for $23,186 across 11 lots.
The median Paavo Tynell painting sells for $19,659 across 4 lots.
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 4 | $19,659 | $26,270 | — | 2019-10-16 |
| Works on Paper | 11 | $23,186 | $90,874 | — | 2025-01-22 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 25 | $18,165 | $75,264 | 96% | 2026-07-02 |
| Photography | 2 | $20,480† | $35,772 | — | 2022-11-20 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 74 | $85,944†‡ | $680,703 | — | 2026-10-22 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $23,186–$27,721 | $27,095 | $79,605 |
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $7,524–$16,832 | $14,560 | $19,105 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 14 | $16,087–$37,776 | $24,781 | $75,264 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $90,874 |
| Works on Paper | 2019 | $79,605 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2021 | $75,264 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2023 | $69,850 |
| Photography | 2021 | $35,772 |
| Paintings | 2019 | $26,270 |
| Paintings | 2016 | $23,750 |
| Photography | 2022 | $5,188† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Paavo Tynell worth?
Across 1,408 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Paavo Tynell work is $8,887. The median Paavo Tynell sculpture sells for $18,165 across 24 lots. The median Paavo Tynell work on paper sells for $23,186 across 11 lots. The median Paavo Tynell painting sells for $19,659 across 4 lots. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a Paavo Tynell sculpture?
Based on 24 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Paavo Tynell sculpture is $18,165.
What is Paavo Tynell's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Paavo Tynell sculpture is $75,264.
What is the average price of a Paavo Tynell work on paper?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Paavo Tynell work on paper is $23,186.
What is Paavo Tynell's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Paavo Tynell work on paper is $90,874.
What is the average price of a large Paavo Tynell sculpture?
Based on 14 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Paavo Tynell sculpture (large (over 120 cm)) is $24,781, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Paavo Tynell's auction record?
Paavo Tynell's auction record is $680,703, set in 2024.
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