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Alvar Aalto Paimio Chair 41
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Paimio armchair 41 by Alvar Alto for Artek, Finland, in natural birch wood with black
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch

Alvar Aalto Paimio Chair 41
Alvar Aalto Paimio Chair 41
H 25.6 in W 23.63 in D 32.29 in
Alvar Aalto, Paimio 41 Lounge Chair in Black and Birch, Artek 1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The famous Paimio lounge chair model 41, designed by Alvar Aalto for the Paimion Parantola
Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Birch, Plywood

Paimio Chair by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Long Island City, NY
Paimio Chair by Alvar Aalto, an authentic edition, chair #41, designed in 1941 by Alvar Aalto for
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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Bentwood, Plywood

Paimio Chair by Alvar Aalto
Paimio Chair by Alvar Aalto
H 25.2 in W 23.6 in D 31.5 in
Paimio Chair Style after Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
We didn't want to let them go, we generally don't have replicas in our gallery but this pair of chairs were begging to be restored. The previous owner told us that his parents acquir...
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Paimio Chair Style after Alvar Aalto
Paimio Chair Style after Alvar Aalto
H 38.19 in W 19.69 in D 44.89 in
Alvar Aalto Bedside Table for Paimio Sanatorium
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tomi, Nagano
Alvar aalto design bed side table for paimio sanatorium It is original paint and mark. it was
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Modern Tables

Materials

Iron

Alvar Aalto Bedside Table for Paimio Sanatorium
Alvar Aalto Bedside Table for Paimio Sanatorium
H 29.93 in W 17.72 in D 21.66 in
Armchair 42 “Little Paimio” Designed by Alvar Aalto, Finland, 1931
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Armchair 42 “Small Paimio” designed by Alvar Aalto, Finland, 1931. Bent birch and lacquered
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch

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

Materials

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 31 Lounge Chair for the Paimio Sanitorium, Finland, 1931
By Alvar Aalto
Located in London, GB
Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas As an architect and designer, Alvar Aalto (1898-1976) should be
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Birch

Rare Armchair 'Small Paimio' Model 42 Designed by Alvar Aalto, Finland, 1932
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare armchair 'Small Paimio' model 42 designed by Alvar Aalto, Finland, 1932. Painted birch
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch, Plywood

1932 Artek No. 42 Small Paimio Lounge Chair in Birch by Alvar & Aino Aalto
By Artek, Aino Aalto, Alvar Aalto
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Alvar Aalto and Aino Aalto for the Paimio Sanatorium in 1932. This particular piece hails from
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Birch, Plywood

Alvar Aalto Padded Paimio 44 Lounge Chair in Birch & Sheepskin, Artek 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
The famous Paimio lounge chair model 41, designed by Alvar Aalto for the Paimio Sanitarium
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Alvar Aalto Armchair 41 "Paimio" by Artek, 1970s
By Artek
Located in Stockholm, SE
Paimio and is considered one of Aalto’s masterpieces.   
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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 Vanity, 1930
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Dronten, NL
structures with their surroundings set him apart. Aalto's significant works include the Paimio Sanatorium and
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vanities

Materials

Birch

Alvar Aalto Vanity, 1930
Alvar Aalto Vanity, 1930
H 28.35 in W 41.74 in D 19.69 in
Model 112b Shelf, Alvar Aalto, 1930/1940s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
works is the Paimio Sanatorium, a hospital designed for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Birch, Paint

Model 112b Shelf, Alvar Aalto, 1930/1940s
Model 112b Shelf, Alvar Aalto, 1930/1940s
H 9.85 in W 35.44 in D 11.03 in
Model 112b Shelf, Alvar Aalto, 1950/1960s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
the Paimio Sanatorium, a hospital designed for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Birch

Model 112b Shelf, Alvar Aalto, 1950/1960s
Model 112b Shelf, Alvar Aalto, 1950/1960s
H 9.85 in W 35.44 in D 11.03 in
Model 109C Coat Rack, Alvar Aalto, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its entirety, including
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal

Model 109C Coat Rack, Alvar Aalto, 1950s
Model 109C Coat Rack, Alvar Aalto, 1950s
H 9.85 in W 39.38 in D 11.03 in
Model 109 Coat Rack, Alvar Aalto, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its entirety, including
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal

Model 109 Coat Rack, Alvar Aalto, 1950s
Model 109 Coat Rack, Alvar Aalto, 1950s
H 9.85 in W 47.25 in D 11.03 in
Model 31 Armchair Alvar Aalto, Finland, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in London, GB
alongside his wife and partner, Aino Aalto, on the Paimio Sanitorium. Aalto won the commission for the
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch

Model 31 Armchair Alvar Aalto, Finland, 1930s
Model 31 Armchair Alvar Aalto, Finland, 1930s
H 25.6 in W 25.6 in D 30.32 in
Rare Aino Aalto Shot Glasses, Karhula, 1930s
By Aino Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Rare Aino Aalto shot glasses (12 pieces in total), manufactured by Karhula, 1930s. Various
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Elegant Bentwood Side Table by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Riverdale, NY
Elegant side table by Alvar Aalto, made from natural bent wood birch contrasting with black lacquer
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Bentwood

Alvar Aalto 400 ‘Tank’ 1936 Armchair for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto 400 ‘Tank’ Armchair for Artek. Designed in 1936. New, current production. As
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Alvar Aalto A808 floorlamp Valaistustyö Ky Finland 1955
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Super rare and unique early 70s production of the A808 floor lamp designed by Alvar Aalto an
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Alvar Aalto Pair of ‘Tank’ Armchair for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto Pair of 400 ‘Tank’ Armchair for Artek. Designed in 1936. New, current production
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Desk, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950/1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
hospital designed for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its
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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 400 ‘Tank’ Armchair in Zebra for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto 400 ‘Tank’ armchair for Artek. Designed in 1936. New, current production. Please note
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Model 46 Armchair with Floral Fabric, Alvar Aalto, 1930/1940s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its entirety, including furniture and lighting, and this project
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Alvar Aalto Rare Writing Table from Otaniemi Technical University, 1960s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its entirety
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Ceiling Lamp Designed by Alvar Aalto for Idman, Finland, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceiling lamp designed by Alvar Aalto for Idman, Finland. 1950s. Lacquered metal. Dimensions: H: 21
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Ceiling Lamp Designed by Alvar Aalto for Idman, Finland, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceiling lamp designed by Alvar Aalto for Idman, Finland. 1950s Lacquered metal. H: 21 cm / 8 1/8
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Ceiling Lamp Designed by Alvar Aalto for Idman, Finland, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceiling lamp designed by Alvar Aalto for Idman, Finland. 1950's. Lacquered metal. Dimensions H
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Alvar Aalto Pair of ‘Tank’ Armchairs in Zebra for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto pair of 400 ‘Tank’ armchair for Artek. Designed in 1936. New, current production
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Birch + Black Linoleum ‘81B’ Dining Table by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Chicago, IL
designers and Le Corbusier, Aalto insisted on wood. His aesthetic is best represented by the Paimio armchair
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Rare 1930s Alvar Aalto for Stylclair in Plywood and Braided Straw
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Alvar Aalto for Stylclair, lounge chair, beech plywood, braided straw, France, 1930s We present a
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Vintage 1930s French Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Straw, Beech, Plywood

Ceiling Lamp ‘Beehive’ Model A332 Designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyo
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceiling lamp ‘Beehive’ model A332 designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyo, Finland. 1953. Painted
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Floor Lamp A811 Designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö, Finland, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cast iron, brass, lacquered metal and leather. Rare model. Alvar Aalto was a Finnish
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Iron

Model A110 Pendant, Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö Ab, 1950s
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its entirety, including furniture and lighting
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Model 60 Stool, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950/1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Sanatorium, a hospital designed for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed the Paimio
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Birch

Ceiling Lamp ‘Beehive’ Model A332 Designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyo
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
, largely because of Paimio Sanatorium (1929-1933), an important Functionalist milestone. Aalto had adopted
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Model HB96 Chest of Drawers, Alvar Aalto, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its entirety, including
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birch

Model HB96 Chest of Drawers, Alvar Aalto, 1930s
Model HB96 Chest of Drawers, Alvar Aalto, 1930s
H 25.99 in W 14.97 in D 27.56 in
Alvar Aalto Stool 60 by Artek in 1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Espoo, FI
designed for the Paimio Sanatorium, a healthcare facility Aalto designed in the early 1930s, but its
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Birch

Alvar Aalto Stool 60 by Artek in 1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
was originally designed for the Paimio Sanatorium, a healthcare facility Aalto designed in the early
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Birch

Alvar Aalto Room Divider / Screen '100' 1936 in Solid Pine for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto Room Devider / Screen '100' 1936 in Solid Pine for Artek, Finland. New, current
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Screens and Roo...

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Wood, Pine

Alvar Aalto Pair of 400 ‘Tank’ 1936 Armchairs in Leather for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto Pair of 400 ‘Tank’ Armchairs in leather for Artek. Designed in 1936. New, current
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Floor Lamp Model A809 Designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö, Finland, 1959
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Floor lamp model A809 designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö, Finland. 1959. Lacquered steel
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel, Brass

Pair of Wall Lamps, Designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö, Finland, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
, largely because of Paimio Sanatorium (1929-1933), an important Functionalist milestone. Aalto had adopted
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel, Brass

Table Lamp Model A704 Designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö, Finland, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Paimio Sanatorium (1929-1933), an important Functionalist milestone. Aalto had adopted the principals of
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Floor Lamp “Angel Wing” Designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö, Finland, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
. Measurements: H: 170,5 cm/ 5' 7 5/8'' W: 35 cm / 13 3/4'' D: 52 cm/ 20 1/2'' Alvar Aalto was a Finnish
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Alvar Aalto 400 ‘Tank’ 1936 Armchair in Fabric and Lacquered Birch for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto 400 ‘Tank’ Armchair for Artek. Designed in 1936. New, current production. This price
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Alvar Aalto Stool 60 by Artek in 1940-50s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
originally designed for the Paimio Sanatorium, a healthcare facility Aalto designed in the early 1930s, but
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Birch

Ceiling Light Model A 335 Designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaisinpaja Oy, Finland
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
of Paimio Sanatorium (1929-1933), an important Functionalist milestone. Aalto had adopted the
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Model N65 Children's Chairs, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its entirety, including furniture and lighting
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Children's Furniture

Materials

Birch

Pair of Model 402 Armchairs, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950/1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Paimio Sanatorium, a hospital designed for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed the
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Pair of Model A622A Flush Mounts, Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
patients. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its entirety, including furniture and lighting, and this
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Alvar Aalto Pair of 400 ‘Tank’ 1936 Lounge Chairs in Fabric and Birch for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto Pair of 400 ‘Tank’ Armchairs in fabric upholstery and lacquered birch for Artek
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

A Pair of Alvar Aalto Hallway Chairs, Model 403 by Finmar
By Alvar Aalto, Finmar
Located in London, GB
experience. Aalto's iconic designs, such as the Paimio Chair and the Savoy Vase, showcase his innovative use
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Plywood

Set of 2 Early Alvar Aalto Stools, Finland, 1950's
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Berlin, DE
, creating iconic pieces such as the Paimio Chair, the Savoy Vase, and the Alvar Aalto stool. In addition to
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Bentwood

Set of Three Model E60 Stools, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950/1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its entirety, including furniture and lighting
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Birch

Table designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1970s, lacquered birch
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Paimio Sanatorium (1929-1933), an important Functionalist milestone. Aalto had adopted the principles of
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Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Laminate, Birch, Lacquer

Model 91 Dining Table With Model 611 Chairs, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
the Paimio Sanatorium, a hospital designed for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Rattan, Birch

Alvar Aalto Model “A704” Table Lamp for Valaistustyö Ky, Finland 1950s
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Utrecht, NL
, when he took charge of the interior of the Paimio Sanatorium. At the time, Aalto’s furniture was known
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Leather

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Aalto Paimio For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the aalto paimio you’re looking for. A aalto paimio — often made from wood, birch and plywood — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a aalto paimio — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A aalto paimio is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made aalto paimio has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Alvar Aalto, Artek and Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy are consistently popular.

How Much is a Aalto Paimio?

Prices for a aalto paimio start at $195 and top out at $92,695 with the average selling for $4,602.
Questions About Aalto Paimio
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    The Paimio chair, designed by Alvar Aalto, is a type of armchair created in 1932. Also called the Armchair 41, it was intended to help people breathe easier and was designed for a tuberculosis sanatorium in the Finnish city of Paimio. For the chair's frame, Aalto and his wife, Aino, opted to use Finland's native birchwood, which is strong and inexpensive and felt warmer and more organic than the tubular steel found in similarly shaped pieces. Laminated wood loops form the arms, legs and a pair of flat skids, while its sculptural seat and back are built from a single piece of thin plywood. Shop a variety of Alvar Aalto Paimio chairs on 1stDibs.