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Alvar Aalto Sculptural Aluminium Door Handles
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Turku, FI
Sculptural Door Handles designed by Alvar Aaltos. Made in Finland.
Material: Alumininum
Category
Vintage 1980s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Pendant by Alvar Aalto for Valaistostyo
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant designed by Alvar Aalto to Valaistostyo Ky, Finland. Model A-203, Circa 1950th.
Lacquered
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pair of Lighting by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of rare, custom order flush mount lights designed by Alvar Aalto for Itsu, Model "AE-7055
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Sheet Metal
Model 109 Alvar Aalto Coat Rack, circa 1940s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model 109 Alvar Aalto coat rack from the 1940s. Birch with metal hooks. Good vintage condition
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Hat Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal
Alvar Aalto for Idman Pair Of Metal Ceiling Lamps, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Idman
Located in Praha 2, Hlavní město Praha
Pair of metal ceiling lamps designed by Alvar Aalto for Idman in Finland, 1950s.
The lamps feature
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Alvar Aalto Model 31 Cantilevered Lounge Chair
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Ferndale, MI
designed by the Finnish architect Alvar Aalto during time he was building a tuberculosis sanitarium at
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch
Vintage Aalto H-legged Table (Table 81B) by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Centreville, VA
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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 Floor Lamp A809
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Dronten, NL
the neck has a polished stainless steel collar.
Floor Light A809 was created by Alvar Aalto in 1959
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Alvar Aalto, Sconce or Flush Mount, Lacquered Metal, Idman, Finland, 1950s
By Idman, Alvar Aalto
Located in High Point, NC
A lacquered metal sconce / wall light or flush mount designed by Alvar Aalto and produced by Idman
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
H 13.75 in W 45.31 in D 7.75 in
Wall Light A910 by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Centreville, VA
structural echoes of Alvar Aalto’s other lighting designs, its shade consists of thin metal sheets arranged
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel
Alvar Aalto A330s White Metal and Brass Wall Light for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Glendale, CA
Alvar Aalto A330s white metal and brass wall light for Artek. Designed as a pendant in 1937, this
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal, Brass
Alvar Aalto Rare Writing Table from Otaniemi Technical University, 1960s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Rare writing table, designed by Alvar Aalto, 1960s. Birch with linoleum table top. Later modified
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
H 40.75 in W 33.86 in D 27.56 in
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
Category
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. 1950s.
Lacquered metal.
Dimensions:
H: 21
Category
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. 1950's.
Lacquered metal.
Dimensions
H
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Alvar Aalto Floor Lamp Model A811, Valaistustyö
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
This iconic floor lamp designed by Alvar Aalto comes with a leather stem, brass details and a white
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage Golden Bell Pendant Lamp by Alvar Aalto for Louis Poulsen
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Vorst, BE
Helsinki by Alvar and his wife Aino Aalto. It was characteristic of Aalto to treat each building as a
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Brass
Ceiling lamp, model A203, designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö, Finland
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceiling lamp, model A203, designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö,
Finland, 1940s.
Lacquered
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 48.43 in W 26.97 in D 11.42 in
Vintage A110 "Handgrenade" Pendant Lamp by Alvar Aalto for Louis Poulsen
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Vorst, BE
building of the Finnish Engineers’ Association in 1952 Alvar Aalto created. It was characteristic of Aalto
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
Ceiling lamp, model A203, designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö, Finland
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceiling lamp, model A203, designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö,
Finland, 1940s.
Lacquered
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 48.43 in W 26.97 in D 11.42 in
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
Category
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, FI
Model A110 pendant light, designed by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Valaistustyö Ab, 1950s. Painted
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Alvar Aalto, Floor Lamp "Angel Wing" A805, Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö
Located in Helsinki, FI
One of the most iconic lamps by Alvar Aalto, this impressive “Angel Wing” lamp was designed by
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Alvar Aalto Artek Coat Hanger Model 113, 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
This early 1940s single wall shelf model 112 is designed by the Finnish architect Alvar Aalto for
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal
20th Century Finnish Pair of Vintage Mahogany Wall Shelves by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
and metal, designed by Alvaro Aalto in good condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Circa 1950
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
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H 12 in W 28 in D 10 in
Table Lamp Model A704 Designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö, Finland, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lacquered metal and leather.
Measurements:
H: 38 cm/ 15"
D: 38 cm/ 15"
W: 36 cm/ 14 1/8"
Alvar
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 14.97 in W 14.18 in D 14.97 in
Alvar Aalto Beehive Lamp Model No. A332 Produced by Valaistustyö in Finland
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare Beehive lamp model no. A332 designed by Alvar Aalto. Produced by Valaistustyö in Finland
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 13.78 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Early Alvar Aalto A332 "Beehive" Pendant by Valaistustyö
By Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö
Located in Helsinki, FI
This is one of Alvar Aalto´s most iconic lighting designs. It was first designed in 1953. The
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Extremely Rare Alvar Aalto Wooden Mould for Vase Model 3032, 1940s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
A collector's gem! Early Alvar Aalto hand carved wooden mould for the iconic vase no. 3032 which
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
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H 16.54 in W 14.18 in D 18.51 in
Pendant Model A335B by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö
Located in Helsinki, FI
Pendant by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö in the 1950s. Metal, good vintage condition, marked on the
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Rare Alvar Aalto Cantilever Armchair Model 26, Artek, Finland
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
Very hard to find Model 26 armchair is designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek with frame in steel tube
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Ceiling Light Model A 335 Designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaisinpaja Oy, Finland
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceiling light model A 335 designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaisinpaja Oy,
Finland. 1952.
Brass and
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Alvar Aalto Floor Lamp, Model A811, Valaistustyö, Finland 1950s
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Alvar Aalto model A811 floor lamp, produced by Valaistustyö, Finland 1950s.
This original floor
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Alvar Aalto `Angel Wing` Floor Lamp A805
By Alvar Aalto, Valaisinpaja Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
This lamp is a legendary Alvar Aalto design and one of his finest creations.
It was first designed
Category
Vintage 1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Alvar Aalto Table Lamp Model A704, 1950s Valaistustyö Ky
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
This table lamp model A704 was designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Valaistustyö in the
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
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H 14.97 in W 14.18 in D 14.97 in
Alvar Aalto Early ‘Mod. 31′ Armchair, Finland 1930s
By Alvar Aalto, Wohnbedarf
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Alvar Aalto ‘Mod. 31' Armchair, Finland 1930s. Early edition manufactured by O.y. Huonekalu-ja
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Plywood
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
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Alvar Aalto A335B Pendant, Valaisinpaja Oy, 1952
By Alvar Aalto, Valaisinpaja Oy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful pendant light, model A335 B by Alvar Aalto, in brass and white enameled metal, with
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
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 A330s Polished Brass Wall Light for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Glendale, CA
Alvar aalto A330s polished brass wall light for Artek. Designed as a pendant in 1937, this iconic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal, Brass
Alvar Aalto A805 ‘Angel Wing’ Floor Lamp 1954 for Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto A805 ‘Angel Wing’ Floor Lamp for Artek. Designed in 1954. New, current production
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö Ky ‘A704’ Table Lamp in Leather
By Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö Ky, desk lamp, model ‘A704’, enameled steel, enameled aluminum
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Enamel
A Pair of Alvar Aalto Commissioned Wall Lamps, Valaistustyö 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö
Located in Helsinki, FI
used in public buildings that Alvar Aalto designed.
For example, these wall lamps can be found in The
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
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H 8.67 in W 10.24 in D 19.69 in
Alvar Aalto Ceiling Pendant model. A622, Valaisinpaja 1970s
By Alvar Aalto, Valaisinpaja Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
An iconic ceiling pendant model A622, designed by Alvar Aalto in the 1950s, and manufactured by
Category
Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Alvar Aalto, Floor Lamp, model A808, Valaistustyö, Finland, 1950s, brass/leather
By Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Early floor lamp, model A808, designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Valaistustyö, Finland
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 65.75 in W 13.78 in D 12.6 in
Alvar Aalto Model A808 Brass Floor Lamp
By Alvar Aalto, Valaisinpaja Oy
Located in Madrid, ES
The A808 lamp was designed by Alvar Aalto in 1955 for the National Pensions Institute of Helsinki
Category
20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Steel
Alvar Aalto A337 Flush Mount, Valaisinpaja Oy, 1950
By Alvar Aalto, Valaisinpaja Oy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful 'Flying Saucer' Model A337, ceiling flush mount lamp by Alvar Aalto, early example by
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Brass
Flush Mount Light Model A622b by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö
Located in Helsinki, FI
Social Pension Institution. Metal, good vintage condition. Iconic Alvar Aalto design.
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Vintage Flush Mount Light by Alvar Aalto for Idman, Finland, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Idman
Located in Stockholm, SE
Flush mount ceiling lamp by Alvar Aalto, in a sleek design. Two cylinder shaped lamp shades mounted
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Vintage Flush Mount Light by Alvar Aalto for Idman, Finland, 1950s
By Idman, Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Flush mount ceiling lamp by Alvar Aalto, in a sleek design. Five lamp shades with vertical lamellas
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
A805 Angel Wing Floor Lamp by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö
Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE
Iconic 1. Edition A805 Angel Wing Floor Lamp by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö from the 1950`s.
The
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Rare early Alvar Aalto 'Double Angel Wing' Floor Lamp, model A810, Valaistustyo
By Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
This is rare early Double Angel Wing floor lamp was designed by Alvar Aalto in 1959 and produced by
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 64.97 in W 19.69 in D 11.03 in
Alvar Aalto Ceiling light Model B 335 Designed for Valaisinpaja Oy, Finland
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceiling light model B 335 designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaisinpaja Oy. The lamp creates a warm
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Alvar Aalto Ceiling Lamp for Stora Enso Headquarters, Idman
By Idman Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
in auction a couple of years ago, as the company was renovating their premises.
Alvar Aalto usually
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
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H 8.67 in W 45.28 in D 13.39 in
Alvar Aalto Model “A704” Table Lamp for Valaistustyö Ky, Finland 1950s
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Utrecht, NL
its most famous designers was Alvar Aalto. In contrast with the functionalism of the International
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Leather
H 14.97 in W 13.59 in D 15.75 in
Original Midcentury Alvar Aalto Coat Rack / Shelf Stora Enso Building, Finland
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this original coat rack with shelf designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Steel
H 10 in W 31.5 in D 11 in
Original Midcentury Alvar Aalto Coat Rack / Shelf Stora Enso Building Finland
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this original coat rack with shelf designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Steel
H 10 in W 26 in D 11 in
Brass 'Kultakello' Model A 330 'Golden Bell' Pendant by Alvar Aalto
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Utrecht, NL
Bell” that was originally designed in 1936 by Alvar Aalto and his wife Aaino for the interior of the
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Alvar Aalto, Commissioned Ceiling Lamp for Enso-Gutzeit Oy, Idman
By Idman Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
This commissioned ceiling lamp is designed by architect Alvar Aalto for the conference room of the
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
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H 11.03 in W 44.89 in D 12.6 in
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Questions About Alvar Aalto Metal
- What is Alvar Aalto known for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Alvar 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.
- What style did Alvar Aalto use?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024The 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, 2024The 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.
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