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Alvar Aalto Table by Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Highland, IN
This terrific vintage Aalto table is entirely original and has a wonderful patina from age and use
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Alvar Aalto Table by Artek
Alvar Aalto Table by Artek
H 18 in Dm 28.25 in
Artek Wall Shelf by Alvar Aalto, 1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Turku, FI
Artek's wall shelf 112B is an elegant and practical shelf that can be used for books, decorative
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Birch

Artek Wall Shelf by Alvar Aalto, 1960s
Artek Wall Shelf by Alvar Aalto, 1960s
H 9.85 in W 35.44 in D 10.63 in
Artek Wall Shelf by Alvar Aalto, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Turku, FI
Artek's wall shelf 112B is an elegant and practical shelf that can be used for books, decorative
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Birch

Artek Wall Shelf by Alvar Aalto, 1950s
Artek Wall Shelf by Alvar Aalto, 1950s
H 9.85 in W 35.44 in D 10.63 in
Alvar Aalto Stool for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Belmont, MA
Alvar Aalto stool manufactured by Artek, originally designed in 1933. Crafted in Laminated Birch
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Birch

Alvar Aalto Stool for Artek
Alvar Aalto Stool for Artek
H 17 in Dm 14.5 in
Side Table By Alvar Aalto for Artek Finland
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Turku, FI
Spectacularly colored little table By Alvar Aalto For Artek Finland. Iconic L-leg Design. Re
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Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Birch

Side Table By Alvar Aalto for Artek Finland
Side Table By Alvar Aalto for Artek Finland
H 21.26 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Artek Wall Shelf by Alvar Aalto, 1980's
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Turku, FI
Artek's wall shelf 112B is an elegant and practical shelf that can be used for books, decorative
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Birch

Artek Wall Shelf by Alvar Aalto, 1980's
Artek Wall Shelf by Alvar Aalto, 1980's
H 9.85 in W 35.44 in D 10.63 in
Desk, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950/1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
Desk, design Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Artek, 1950/1960s. Teak table top with painted wood
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak

Desk, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950/1960s
Desk, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950/1960s
H 27.17 in W 68.9 in D 17.72 in
Alvar Aalto Umbrella Stand, Artek 1970s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
Umbrella stand designed by the one and only Alvar Aalto and manufactured in the late 70s by Artek
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Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Alvar Aalto Umbrella Stand, Artek 1970s
Alvar Aalto Umbrella Stand, Artek 1970s
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H 18.9 in W 11.42 in D 9.85 in
Alvar Aalto, Umbrella Stand, Artek, Finland
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Paris, FR
Alvar Aalto (1898-1976) Umbrella stand A birch and brass umbrella stand with a three-sided
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Birch

Alvar Aalto, Umbrella Stand, Artek, Finland
Alvar Aalto, Umbrella Stand, Artek, Finland
H 18.9 in W 12.41 in D 8.27 in
Model 615 Chairs by Aino Aalto for Artek
By Artek, Aino Aalto
Located in Chicago, IL
/side chairs made of linen and birch. Made in Finland. Stamped Artek.
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Birch

Model 615 Chairs by Aino Aalto for Artek
Model 615 Chairs by Aino Aalto for Artek
H 31.5 in W 19 in D 17.5 in
Serving trolley 901 by Alvar Aalto, Artek Finland
By Aino Aalto, Artek
Located in Argelato, BO
Alvar Aalto's 901 trolley is one of the icons of Finnish modern design, presented for the first
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Rubber, Birch

Alvar Aalto, Stool X601 for Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
This stool was designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek originally in the 1950s. We have noticed through
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

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Leather, Birch

Alvar Aalto, Stool X601 for Artek
Alvar Aalto, Stool X601 for Artek
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H 17.72 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Model 66 Chairs by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. We have many others available in variable conditions for various prices. Set of four iconic chairs...
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Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Birch

Artek AMA500 Pendant 1950s by Aino Aalto
By Artek, Aino Aalto, Valaistustyö
Located in Turku, FI
Vintage Artek’s AMA 500 pendant, designed by Aino Aalto, is a stunning classic from 1950s. Aino
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Artek AMA500 Pendant 1950s by Aino Aalto
Artek AMA500 Pendant 1950s by Aino Aalto
H 9.06 in W 12.21 in D 12.21 in
Alvar Aalto Armchair 41 "Paimio" Produced by Artek, 1963
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced 1963 by Artek, acquired new by previous owner. Designed by Alvar Aalto in 1932, Armchair
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Birch

Alvar Aalto Armchair 41 "Paimio" Produced by Artek, 1963
Alvar Aalto Armchair 41 "Paimio" Produced by Artek, 1963
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H 25.2 in W 23.63 in D 31.5 in
Alvar Aalto "Model 60" Stool for Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model 60 three-legged stool by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, c.1950s. The stool features a
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Birch

Stool model 60, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Stool model 60 by Alvar Aalto for Artek from the 1950s. Lacquered birch and linoleum top. Good
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Birch

Alvar Aalto Bench Model 153B, Artek 1970s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Iconic bench model 153 designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Artek in the 1960s. The bench is
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Birch

Alvar Aalto Bench Model 153B, Artek 1970s
Alvar Aalto Bench Model 153B, Artek 1970s
H 17.33 in W 28.35 in D 15.75 in
Vintage Functionalist Desk by Alvar Aalto, Artek, Finland, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Stockholm, SE
Desk by Alvar Aalto made from birch with original green top. Lovely, clean lines. Neat size, small
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birch

Bent Birch Wood K65 Stool By Alvar Aalto For Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern, counter height stool designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek features a bent birch
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Laminate, Birch

Alvar Aalto, Set of Commissioned Stools by Artek, 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful set of three commisioned iconic 60 stool. These stools are higher than the standard model and stand at a height of. The stools are in birch and have a beautiful patina. T...
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Modern Stools

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Birch

Birch Wingback Lounge Chair by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rare and sculptural wingback lounge chair having a cantilevered laminated birch frame and retaining its original handstitched textured linen upholstery.
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Birch, Upholstery

1960s Bentwood Drawing Rack by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An uncommon birch bentwood drawing rack with four pairs of hooks.
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Birch

1940s Finnish Dining Chair by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A dining chair in laminated birch with newly upholstered black leather seat and back.
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Birch

1960s Four-Drawer Cabinet by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A birch cabinet resting on a recessed plinth base with four (4) drawers that lock and have integrated pulls. Designed in the 1940s and produced for decades, this cabinet was likely p...
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

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Birch

Pair of Alvar Aalto Armchair 45, Produced by Artek, 1970s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced during the 1970s by Artek, Finland. Good vintage condition with signs of patina and usage.
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Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Birch, Cane

Alvar Aalto Model "E, A" Tablecloth, Artek, 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model "E, A" tablecloth designed by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Artek, 1950s. Fabric. Good vintage
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Curtains and Valances

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Fabric

Model 60 Stool, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950/1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model 60 Stool, designed by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Artek, 1950/1960s. Birch frame, rare color
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

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Birch

Model 60 Stool, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950/1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model 60 Stool, designed by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Artek, 1950/1960s. Birch with rare wine
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

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Birch

Alvar Aalto X602 Stool for Artek, circa 1950
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
'Fan leg' stool, model no. X602 designed by Alvar Aalto. Manufactured by Artek, Finland, circa
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Leather, Wood

Alvar Aalto X602 Stool for Artek, circa 1950
Alvar Aalto X602 Stool for Artek, circa 1950
H 18.12 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
Alvar Aalto Model 60 Stool for Artek, 1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model 60 Stool by Alvar Aalto for Artek from the 1960s. Birch frame with linoleum top. Good vintage
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

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Birch

Model 60 Stools, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950s/1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
Three model 60 stools by Alvar Aalto for Artek from the 1950s/1960s. Birch and imitation leather
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

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Faux Leather, Birch

Rare stool model 60, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
Stool model 60 by Alvar Aalto for Artek from the 1950s. Birch with rare color imitation leather
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

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Faux Leather, Birch

Rare Stool Model 60, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Stool model 60 by Alvar Aalto for Artek from the 1950s. Birch with rare color imitation leather
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

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Faux Leather, Birch

Functionalist Birch Desk by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking desk by Alvar Aalto, made from birch in a compact functionalist design. Drawers to the
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Birch

Alvar Aalto Artek Coat Hanger Model 113, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
This early 1940s single wall shelf model 112 is designed by the Finnish architect Alvar Aalto for
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal

Alvar Aalto Artek Coat Hanger Model 113, 1950s
Alvar Aalto Artek Coat Hanger Model 113, 1950s
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H 11.03 in W 39.38 in D 11.82 in
Alvar Aalto “X602” Stool for Artek, Finland 1960
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A beautiful and rare stool, model “X602”, designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Artek in
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Stools

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Leather, Wood

Alvar Aalto Cantilevered Leather Lounge Chair for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Artek’s Model 406 lounge chair designed by Alvar Aalto. The cantilevered frame is a bent birch wood
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Birch

Important Pair of 'X602' Stools by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1954
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Very rare pair of model ‘X602’ stools designed by Alvar Aalto around 1954. Made of a birch tripod
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools

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Leather, Birch

Rare Version of 402 Armchair by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
Rare model 402 armchair by Alvar Aalto for Artek from the 1950s with wedges on the legs. Lacquered
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Birch

Table designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1970s, lacquered birch
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Table designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1970s. Lacquered birch and laminate. Alvar
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Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Laminate, Birch, Lacquer

Wingback 36/401 cantilever lounge chair by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Kleinburg, ON
The 36/401 Wingback Lounge Chair by Alvar Aalto for Artek is a classic example of Scandinavian
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Birch, Bentwood

1930s Finnish "World's Fair" Table by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rare, museum quality, table with a solid teak top on laminated maple legs. Retaining a partial label from the 1939 World's Fair.
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Center Tables

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Teak, Maple

Alvar Aalto Tea Cart Model 900, Artek 1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
One of the most iconic and sought after pieces designed by Alvar Aalto. This traditional, elegant
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Ceramic, Rattan, Birch

Alvar Aalto Tea Cart Model 900, Artek 1960s
Alvar Aalto Tea Cart Model 900, Artek 1960s
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H 23.23 in W 25.6 in D 35.44 in
Alvar Aalto, Double Shelf, Model 112-2, Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
The iconic minimalist shelf by Alvar Aalto in double deck. Due to the back rail, the shelf is
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

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Birch, Plywood

Alvar Aalto, Double Shelf, Model 112-2, Artek
Alvar Aalto, Double Shelf, Model 112-2, Artek
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H 23.63 in W 36.62 in D 11.82 in
Alvar Aalto, Dining Table Model 92, 1940s, Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
This is a beautiful extending table model 92 by Alvar Aalto from 1940s. Body of the table is solid
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Birch, Oak

Alvar Aalto, Dining Table Model 92, 1940s, Artek
Alvar Aalto, Dining Table Model 92, 1940s, Artek
H 29.53 in W 88.19 in D 35.44 in
Alvar Aalto Armchair 41 "Paimio" by Artek, 1970s
By Artek
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced late 1970s by Artek. Excellent condition, no signs of usage. Designed by Alvar Aalto in
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch

Alvar Aalto Armchair 41 "Paimio" by Artek, 1970s
Alvar Aalto Armchair 41 "Paimio" by Artek, 1970s
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H 25.2 in W 23.63 in D 31.5 in
Alvar Aalto Stool Model 60 In Birch, 1950s Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Artek stool in birch and beautiful dark patina, designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Artek
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

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Birch

Alvar Aalto Stool Model 60 In Birch, 1950s  Artek
Alvar Aalto Stool Model 60 In Birch, 1950s  Artek
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H 17.33 in Dm 13.59 in
Alvar Aalto Stool 60, 80th anniversary Label, Artek Finland.
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Turku, FI
Stool 60, designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, is one of the icons of Finnish and Scandinavian
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2010s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Birch

Alvar Aalto Stool Model 60 In Blue Linoleum, Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Artek stool in birch and blue linoleum, designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Artek in the
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Birch

Alvar Aalto Stool Model 60 In Black Linoleum, Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Artek stool in birch and black linoleum, designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Artek in the
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Birch

Rare Alvar Aalto Cantilever Armchair Model 26, Artek, Finland
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Espoo, FI
Very hard to find Model 26 armchair is designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek with frame in steel tube
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Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Aino Aalto, Very Rare Pine Cabinet for Artek, 1940s'
By Artek, Aino Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Design, Artek, this piece is from the 1940s. Although the Aalto´s used mainly birch in their furnitures
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Modern Cabinets

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Pine

Artek Armchair 406 by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Centreville, VA
Armchair 406 combines simple elegance with comfort. Since wood changes over time, the armrests are formed from a single piece that is then split in half, ensuring that as the chair ...
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Bentwood

Artek Armchair 406 by Alvar Aalto for Artek
Artek Armchair 406 by Alvar Aalto for Artek
H 34.25 in W 23.5 in D 28.25 in
Alvar Aalto A330s Polished Brass Wall Light for Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Glendale, CA
Alvar aalto A330s polished brass wall light for Artek. Designed as a pendant in 1937, this iconic
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...

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Metal, Brass

Folding 'Screen 100' designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1936, pine
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Stockholm, SE
Folding 'Screen 100' designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1936 Pine. Alvar Aalto’s “Screen
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

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Pine

Folding 'Screen 100' designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1936, Pine
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Stockholm, SE
Folding ‘Screen 100’ designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1936. Material: Pine. Alvar
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Pine

Alvar Aalto A330s Chrome Wall Light Light for Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Glendale, CA
Alvar Aalto A330s chrome wall light light for Artek. Designed as a pendant in 1937, this iconic
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...

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Metal, Chrome

Alvar Aalto Pair of Shelves Model 112-2, Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of shelves designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek in the 1930s. They are made from bent laminated
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Shelves

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Birch

Alvar Aalto Pair of Shelves Model 112-2, Artek
Alvar Aalto Pair of Shelves Model 112-2, Artek
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H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 11.82 in
Tea Trolley Model 901 by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland 1990s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Greding, DE
Beech tea trolley with white disc wheels and black shelves.
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1990s Finnish Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Wood

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Aalto By Artek For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal aalto by artek for your home. Frequently made of wood, birch and fabric, every aalto by artek was constructed with great care. There are 526 variations of the antique or vintage aalto by artek you’re looking for, while we also have 43 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect aalto by artek — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A aalto by artek, designed in the Scandinavian Modern, mid-century modern or modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one aalto by artek that is appealing in its simplicity, but Alvar Aalto, Artek and Aino Aalto produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Aalto By Artek?

Prices for a aalto by artek start at $40 and top out at $83,280 with the average selling for $2,776.

Alvar Aalto for sale on 1stDibs

An architect and designer, Alvar Aalto deserves an immense share of the credit for bringing Scandinavian modernism and Nordic design to a prominent place in the global arena. In both his buildings and his vintage furniture — which ranges from chairs, stools, tables and lighting to table- and glassware — Aalto’s sensitivity to the natural world and to organic forms and materials tempered the hardness of rationalist design.

Relatively few Aalto buildings exist outside Finland. (Just four exist in the United States, and only one — the sinuous 1945 Baker House dormitory at M.I.T. — is easily visited.) International attention came to Aalto, whose surname translates to English as “wave,” primarily through his furnishings.

Instead of the tubular metal framing favored by the Bauhaus designers and Le Corbusier, Aalto insisted on wood. His aesthetic is best represented by the Paimio armchair, developed with his wife, Aino Aalto, in 1930 as part of the overall design of a Finnish tuberculosis sanatorium.

Comfortable, yet light enough to be easily moved by patients, the Paimio chair’s frame is composed of two laminated birch loops; the seat and back are formed from a single sheet of plywood that scrolls under the headrest and beneath the knees, creating a sort of pillow effect. Aalto’s use of plywood had an enormous influence on Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Marcel Breuer and others who later came to the material.

Concerned with keeping up standards of quality in the production of his designs, Aalto formed the still-extant company Artek in 1935, along with Aino, whose glass designs were made by the firm. In the latter medium, in 1936 the Aaltos together created the iconic, undulating Savoy vase, so-called for the luxe Helsinki restaurant for which the piece was designed.

Artek also produced Aalto pendants and other lighting designs, many of which — such as the Angel’s Wing floor lamp and the Beehive pendant — incorporate a signature Aalto detail: shades made of concentric enameled-metal rings graduated down in diameter. The effect of the technique is essential Alvar Aalto: at once precise, simple, and somehow poetic.

Find a collection of vintage Alvar Aalto stools, vases, dining tables and other furniture on 1stDibs.