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Alvar Aalto Bench Blue Linoluem Top
By Alvar Aalto
Located in 東御市, JP
1960's alvar aalto design bench It is blue linoleum top.
Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Modern Benches

Materials

Birch

Alvar Aalto Bench Blue Linoluem Top
Alvar Aalto Bench Blue Linoluem Top
H 17.33 in W 59.85 in D 17.72 in
alvar aalto chair69 Painted Deep blue 1930's
By Alvar Aalto
Located in 東御市, JP
Designed by Alvar Aalto. This is chair 69 . Deep blue paint is applied all over. This chair was
Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Modern Chairs

Materials

Birch

alvar aalto chair69 Painted Deep blue   1930's
alvar aalto chair69 Painted Deep blue   1930's
H 28.75 in W 16.93 in D 18.51 in
Alvar Aalto foldable table In Blue Linoleum, Artek 1950s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Alvar Aalto foldable table in birch with beautiful blue linoleum surface, designed by Alvar Aalto
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Birch

Rare Early Alvar Aalto Savoy 9750 Vase
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Sharon, CT
A rare early green version of the Classic. Provenance: Estate of Mary Griggs Burke, Long Island. See "Long Island Modernism 1930-1980" by Caroline Rob Zaleski, W.W.Norton 2012.
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish International Style Vases

Materials

Glass

Rare Early Alvar Aalto Savoy 9750 Vase
Rare Early Alvar Aalto Savoy 9750 Vase
H 9.5 in W 7.38 in D 7.13 in
Alvar Aalto Mini Blue Vase for Iittala, 1980s
By Alvar Aalto, Iittala
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Alvar Aalto Mini Vase for Iittala, 1980s.
Category

20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Vintage Aalto H-legged Table (Table 81B) by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Centreville, VA
) The last of Alvar Aalto’s inventions to be adopted by the furniture industry was the sleeve or H-leg
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Birch

Alvar Aalto Stool Model 60 In Blue Linoleum, Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
Artek stool in birch and blue linoleum, designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Artek in the
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Birch

Alvar Aalto Stool Model 60 In Blue Linoleum, Artek
Alvar Aalto Stool Model 60 In Blue Linoleum, Artek
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H 17.33 in Dm 13.59 in
Very Rare Artek A808 Floor Lamp by Alvar Aalto, Made in Finland
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Turku, FI
leather finish, which is hand-sewn in Finland. The light was designed by Alvar Aalto in 1955 for the
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Alvar Aalto Savoy Vase Model. 3030, Iittala 1960s
By Iittala, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
, green, brown, and blue. This vase is fully signed Alvar Aalto and is in good condition.
Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Alvar Aalto Savoy Vase Model. 3030, Iittala 1960s
Alvar Aalto Savoy Vase Model. 3030, Iittala 1960s
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H 5.71 in W 8.08 in D 7.09 in
Alvar Aalto Stool X600 for Artek, 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
-leg with the leather padding bring plain beauty. The original blue leather makes this piece quite rare
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Leather, Birch

Alvar Aalto Stool X600 for Artek, 1950s
Alvar Aalto Stool X600 for Artek, 1950s
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H 17.72 in Dm 14.97 in
Vintage Glass Nesting Tables Homage to Alvar Aalto by Fiam
By FIAM, Alvar Aalto
Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE
This nesting tables are a homage to Finnish architect and designer Alvar Aalto (1898-1976
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Glass

Alvar Aalto Model 400 "Tank" Chairs in Swans Island Company Blankets, Pair
By Alvar Aalto
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
one of Alvar Aalto's best known works. The sculptural cantilever design showcases the beauty of bent
Category

20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Birch

1950s Dutch Pair Blue Hand Grenade Pendant Lights Phillips / Alvar Aalto style
By Philips, Alvar Aalto
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A very stylish pair of Dutch 1950s Mid-Century Modern anthracite blue cylindrical 'Hand Grenade
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Early Model 402 Armchair by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Made in Finland, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Detroit, MI
The Model 402 lounge chair or ‘Atelje’ chair was designed by Alvar and Aino Aalto in 1933 for and
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Birch, Bentwood

Alvar Aalto Scandinavian Modern Vintage Y Legs Dining Table Side Table c 1946
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Vienna, AT
table by Alvar Aalto designed circa 1946 Finland manufactured circa 1960. A wonderful squared dining
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Birch, Plywood

Alvar Aalto Bowl 9748, Iittala 1956, Blown to a Wooden Mold
By Alvar Aalto, Iittala
Located in Helsinki, FI
, green, brown,and blue. This bowl is fully signed Alvar Aalto Iittala-56 and is in absolutely incredible
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Alvar Aalto Bowl 9748, Iittala 1956, Blown to a Wooden Mold
Alvar Aalto Bowl 9748, Iittala 1956, Blown to a Wooden Mold
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H 1.97 in W 14.97 in D 11.03 in
1950s Dutch Pair Yellow Hand Grenade Pendant Lights Philips / Alvar Aalto Style
By Philips, Alvar Aalto
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
counter, table, or offset hanging in the corner of a room. We also have a matching anthracite blue pair in
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Mid century Scandinavian modern blonde bentwood daybed style of Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto, Westnofa Furniture
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century Scandinavian Modern daybed in the manner of Alvar Aalto or Westnofa with bent beech
Category

Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Alvar Aalto Table Model 81B, Red Linoleum surface.
By Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
Alvar Aalto rectangular L-leg table in red linoleum top, manufactured by Oy Huonekalu-ja
Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Tables

Materials

Birch

Alvar Aalto pair of Stool X600 for Artek, 1950s
By Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
detail. The less common x-leg with the original blue leather padding bring plain beauty. The blue color
Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Leather, Birch

Alvar Aalto pair of Stool X600 for Artek, 1950s
Alvar Aalto pair of Stool X600 for Artek, 1950s
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H 17.72 in Dm 14.97 in
1950s Pair of Alvar & Aino Aalto N65 Childrens / Childs Chairs With Blue Seats
By Artek, Aino Aalto
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of circa 1950s N65 childs chairs designed by Alvar and Aino Aalto
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Modern Children's Furniture

Materials

Laminate, Birch

Set of 3 Alvar Alto Stool 60 by Artek, Finland
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in New York, NY
Set of 3 vintage original vintage Alvar Alto 60 stools from early 1960s. From a private home with
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Bentwood, Birch

Alvar Aalto High Backed Chair by Oy Huonekalu ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab circa 1940
By Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Alvar Aalto
Located in Temse, BE
Rakennustyötehdas Oy. Structure made of white lacquered plywood, covers in grey-blue woven fabric. H. 85, W. 63, D
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Double Corrugation Sconce / Wall Light in Pastel Blue
By Tino Seubert
Located in London, GB
introduced to the furniture world by design names like Alvar Aalto and the Eames couple, and pairs it with
Category

2010s British Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Double Corrugation Sconce / Wall Light in Pastel Blue
By Theodora Alfreosdottir
Located in London, GB
like Alvar Aalto and the Eames couple, and pairs it with off-the-shelf aluminium tubes. A snug fit
Category

2010s British Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Short Single Corrugation Sconce / Wall Light in Sapphire Blue
By Theodora Alfreosdottir
Located in London, GB
furniture world by design names like Alvar Aalto and the Eames couple, and pairs it with off-the-shelf
Category

2010s British Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Double Corrugation Sconce / Wall Light in Natural Ash Veneer and Sapphire Blue
By Tino Seubert
Located in London, GB
introduced to the furniture world by design names like Alvar Aalto and the Eames couple, and pairs it with
Category

2010s British Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Single Corrugation Sconce or Wall Light in Natural Ash Veneer and Sapphire Blue
By Tino Seubert
Located in London, GB
introduced to the furniture world by design names like Alvar Aalto and the Eames couple, and pairs it with
Category

2010s British Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Bonsai Blue 1980, Glass and Ceramic
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Arstrom, Tapio Wirkkala, Alvar Aalto, Timo Sarpaneva) Swedish Factory: (Orrefors) Italy: (Littala, Vico
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Vintage 1980s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardin...

Materials

Ceramic, Art Glass

Bonsai Blue 1980, Glass and Ceramic
Bonsai Blue 1980, Glass and Ceramic
H 11.82 in W 15.75 in D 7.88 in
Single Corrugation Sconce / Wall Light in Natural Ash Veneer and Sapphire Blue
By Theodora Alfreosdottir
Located in London, GB
furniture world by design names like Alvar Aalto and the Eames couple, and pairs it with off-the-shelf
Category

2010s British Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Double Corrugation Sconce / Wall Light in Natural Ash Veneer and Sapphire Blue
By Theodora Alfreosdottir
Located in London, GB
like Alvar Aalto and the Eames couple, and pairs it with off-the-shelf aluminium tubes. A snug fit
Category

2010s British Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Amaizing Murano, Sky blue color, 1940, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Arstrom, Tapio Wirkkala, Alvar Aalto, Timo Sarpaneva) Swedish Factory: (Orrefors) Italy: (Littala, Vico
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Centerpieces

Materials

Murano Glass

Amaizing Murano, Sky blue color, 1940, Italian
Amaizing Murano, Sky blue color, 1940, Italian
H 7.09 in W 28.35 in D 15.36 in
Short Single Corrugation Sconce / Wall Light in Sapphire Blue
By Tino Seubert
Located in London, GB
introduced to the furniture world by design names like Alvar Aalto and the Eames couple, and pairs it with
Category

2010s British Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Taichiro Nakay Pair of Reupholstered Blue Armchairs in Cherry
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Waalwijk, NL
edition was incredibly interesting thanks to the exceptional jury consisting of Gio Ponti, Alvar Aalto
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cherry

Murano Color blue, 1940, Italian, Style: Art Deco
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Arstrom, Tapio Wirkkala, Alvar Aalto, Timo Sarpaneva) Swedish Factory: (Orrefors) Italy: (Littala, Vico
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Centerpieces

Materials

Murano Glass

Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sofa in Blue Upholstery and Steel
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
(then the headmaster) and his family included her in their family. In 1936 she met Alvar Aalto and was
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Table/ Blue bench in the style of Massimo Vignelli for Heller circa 2010
By Massimo Vignelli, Heller
Located in Wien, AT
, Dänisches Design, Danish Design, Olufsen, Alvar Aalto, Louis Poulsen, Jacob Jensen, David Lewis, Kay Bojesen
Category

2010s Austrian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Metal

1/2 Impressive Mosaic Tile Coffee Table by Berthold Müller, 1960s
By Berthold Muller
Located in Echt, NL
Paulin, Tobia Scarpa, Osvaldo Borsani, Eero Saarinen, Eero Aarnio, Alvar Aalto, Alessandro Mendini
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Vase Sign: Degué, 1926, Style: Art Deco
By Degué
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Arstrom, Tapio Wirkkala, Alvar Aalto, Timo Sarpaneva) Swedish Factory: (Orrefors) Italy: (Littala, Vico
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Glass

Materials

Glass

Sculptural ‘Gregge’ Coffee Table by Giulio Lazzotti for Bernini, Italy
By Giulio Lazzotti, Bernini
Located in Echt, NL
, Alvar Aalto, Alessandro Mendini, Gruppo 55, Artifort, Fritz Hanssen, Gavina, Pierre Chapo, Charlotte
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20th Century Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble

Murano, 1930, Italian. , Technique: Bullicante Attributed to Carlo Scarpa
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Arstrom, Tapio Wirkkala, Alvar Aalto, Timo Sarpaneva) Swedish Factory: (Orrefors) Italy: (Littala, Vico
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Centerpieces

Materials

Murano Glass

Itsu, Modernist Table Lamp, Brass, Leather, Anodized Aluminum, Finland, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in High Point, NC
century include Paavo Tynell, Alvar Aalto, Lisa Johansson-Pape, Angelo Lelii, Max Ingrand, and Gino
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Centerpiece 1920, Art Deco
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, Gustavsberg) United States: (Herman Miller) Finland: (Lisa Johansson, Folke Arstrom, Tapio Wirkkala, Alvar
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Antique Early 1900s Czech Art Deco Centerpieces

Materials

Glass

Centerpiece 1920, Art Deco
Centerpiece 1920, Art Deco
H 2.56 in Dm 14.18 in
Murano , 1930, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Arstrom, Tapio Wirkkala, Alvar Aalto, Timo Sarpaneva) Swedish Factory: (Orrefors) Italy: (Littala, Vico
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Centerpieces

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano , 1930, Italian
Murano , 1930, Italian
H 19.69 in W 7.09 in D 3.94 in
Murano, 1930, Italian. Attributed to Alfredo Barbini
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, Gustavsberg) United States: (Herman Miller) Finland: (Lisa Johansson, Folke Arstrom, Tapio Wirkkala, Alvar
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Vintage 1930s Italian Space Age Centerpieces

Materials

Murano Glass

GSD Console by Niko Koronis
By Niko Koronis
Located in Dubai, DU
at the Alvar Aalto Foundation in Helsinki. He has taught, lectured, and undertaken research in
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Console Tables

Materials

Resin

GSD Console by Niko Koronis
GSD Console by Niko Koronis
H 33.08 in W 60.63 in D 13.59 in
1969, Burkhardt Vogtherr for Rosenthal Studio-Linie, Turquoise Modulares Sofa
By Burkhard Vogtherr, Rosenthal
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
Borsani, Eero Saarinen, Eero Aarnio, Alvar Aalto, Alessandro Mendini, Gruppo 55, Studio Most, Artifort
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Plastic, Fiberglass

Ashtray 1950 Crystal
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Arstrom, Tapio Wirkkala, Alvar Aalto, Timo Sarpaneva) Swedish Factory: (Orrefors) Italy: (Littala, Vico
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Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Ashtrays

Materials

Crystal

Ashtray 1950 Crystal
Ashtray 1950 Crystal
H 1.58 in Dm 6.3 in
Murano, 1950, Italian Attributed to Flavio Poli
By Flavio Poli
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Arstrom, Tapio Wirkkala, Alvar Aalto, Timo Sarpaneva) Swedish Factory: (Orrefors) Italy: (Littala, Vico
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Vases in Murano, 1970, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Arstrom, Tapio Wirkkala, Alvar Aalto, Timo Sarpaneva) Swedish Factory: (Orrefors) Italy: (Littala, Vico
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Vases in Murano, 1970, Italian
Pair of Vases in Murano, 1970, Italian
H 13.39 in W 7.88 in D 1.97 in
Yngve Ekström, rare sofa model Kontrapunkt for Swedese, circa 1970
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Axel Einar Hjorth or Josef Frank. The lines and use of pine could also be related to Alvar Aalto in
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Impressive Brutalist Mosaic Coffee Table by Pia Manu for Amphora, 1960s
By Pia Manu, Amphora
Located in Echt, NL
Scarpa, Osvaldo Borsani, Eero Saarinen, Eero Aarnio, Alvar Aalto, Alessandro Mendini, Gruppo 55, Artifort
Category

20th Century Belgian Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stone, Slate, Metal, Chrome

Rare and Exceptional 'Gilda' Circle Sofa in Velvet by Michel Ducaroy, 1972
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Echt, NL
, Pierre Paulin, Tobia Scarpa, Osvaldo Borsani, Eero Saarinen, Eero Aarnio, Alvar Aalto, Alessandro Mendini
Category

20th Century French Hollywood Regency Sectional Sofas

Materials

Metal

Single Corrugation Sconce / Wall Light in Natural Ash Veneer and Moss Green
By Theodora Alfreosdottir
Located in London, GB
to the furniture world by design names like Alvar Aalto and the Eames couple, and pairs it with off
Category

2010s British Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Linear Corrugation Pendant Light '5 Bulbs' in Natural Ash and Vermilion Red
By Theodora Alfreosdottir
Located in London, GB
introduced to the furniture world by design names like Alvar Aalto and the Eames couple, and pairs it with
Category

2010s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Linear Corrugation Pendant Light '5 Bulbs' in Off-White
By Theodora Alfreosdottir
Located in London, GB
introduced to the furniture world by design names like Alvar Aalto and the Eames couple, and pairs it with
Category

2010s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Single Spot Corrugation Sconce / Wall Light in Natural Ash and Brushed Aluminium
By Theodora Alfreosdottir
Located in London, GB
like Alvar Aalto and the Eames couple, and pairs it with off-the-shelf aluminium tubes. A snug fit
Category

2010s British Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Single Corrugation Sconce / Wall Light in Natural Ash and Brushed Aluminium
By Theodora Alfreosdottir
Located in London, GB
like Alvar Aalto and the Eames couple, and pairs it with off-the-shelf aluminium tubes. A snug fit
Category

2010s British Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Single Corrugation Sconce / Wall Light in Off-White
By Theodora Alfreosdottir
Located in London, GB
Alvar Aalto and the Eames couple, and pairs it with off-the-shelf aluminium tubes. A snug fit where the
Category

2010s British Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Ceramic Altabella Stool by Alan Irvine for Simon Gavina
By Alan Irvine, Gavina
Located in Echt, NL
Borsani, Eero Saarinen, Eero Aarnio, Alvar Aalto, Alessandro Mendini, Gruppo 55, Artifort, Fritz Hanssen
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Stools

Materials

Pottery, Ceramic

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Alvar Aalto Blue For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal alvar aalto blue for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and fabric, every alvar aalto blue was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a alvar aalto blue, we have 29 options in-stock, while there are 9 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer alvar aalto blue, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right alvar aalto blue, those designed in mid-century modern, modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made alvar aalto blue over the years, but those crafted by Alvar Aalto, Tino Seubert and Artek are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Alvar Aalto Blue?

Prices for a alvar aalto blue start at $636 and top out at $50,000 with the average selling for $2,700.
Questions About Alvar Aalto Blue
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Alvar Aalto is known for bringing Scandinavian modernism and Nordic design to global prominence. In his designs for buildings and furniture, Aalto's sensitivity to the natural world and to organic forms and materials tempered the hardness of rationalist design. One of his most famous pieces is the Paimio armchair, which he designed in 1930 for a Finnish tuberculosis sanatorium. Comfortable yet light enough to be easily moved by patients, the Paimio chair's frame is made 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 pillow effect. Aalto's use of plywood had an enormous influence on Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Marcel Breuer and many others. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Alvar Aalto furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    The style most commonly associated with Alvar Aalto is Scandinavian modern. As an architect and designer, 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, Aalto's sensitivity to the natural world and organic forms and materials tempered the hardness of rationalist design, as is indicative of Scandinavian modern pieces. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Alvar Aalto furniture.
  • 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.