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Alvar Aalto Stool 60
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Barcelona, ES
Stool 60 designed by Alvar Aalto, unknown producer. Strong structure in curved plywood legs and
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1940s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Plywood

Used Alvar Aalto Stool 60
Alvar Aalto Stool 60
H 16.54 in Dm 13.59 in
Vase Aalto, Alvar Aalto, by Ittala, 1960 circa
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Alvar Aalto's timeless design legacy shines through the iconic Vase Aalto, a classic from the 1960s
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1960s Finnish Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Art Glass

Alvar Aalto Model Venezia Curtains, 1970s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
patina consistent with age and use. Marked. Alvar Aalto (1898-1976) is probably the most famous Finnish
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Fabric

Used Alvar Aalto Model Venezia Curtains, 1970s
Alvar Aalto Model Venezia Curtains, 1970s
H 98.82 in W 51.58 in D 0.04 in
Alvar Aalto End Tables or Nightstands
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of clean lined fan leg tables, designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, circa 1980s. They
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1980s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Beech, Birch

Used Alvar Aalto End Tables or Nightstands
Alvar Aalto End Tables or Nightstands
H 18 in W 17.75 in D 17.75 in
Alvar Aalto Y61 Stool
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Highland, IN
Designed in 1947, Alvar Aalto's Y61 stool required a special technique to create the unique Y-leg
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Canvas, Birch

Used Alvar Aalto Y61 Stool
Alvar Aalto Y61 Stool
H 17.25 in W 16 in D 16 in
Alvar Aalto Stool for Artek, circa 1960
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Stool designed by Alvar Aalto, circa 1960. Manufactured by Artek, (Finland) Leather top, wood legs
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Leather, Wood

Alvar Aalto Glass Bowl Savoy, circa 1960
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Hugo Alvar Henrik Aalto (1898
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Glass

Used Alvar Aalto Glass Bowl Savoy, circa 1960
Alvar Aalto Glass Bowl Savoy, circa 1960
H 6.3 in W 8.27 in D 6.7 in
Alvar Aalto Glass Bowl Savoy, circa 1960
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Glass designed by Alvar Aalto, circa 1960. Manufactured in Finland. In original condition, with
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Glass

Used Alvar Aalto Glass Bowl Savoy, circa 1960
Alvar Aalto Glass Bowl Savoy, circa 1960
H 6.3 in W 8.27 in D 6.7 in
Alvar Aalto Bedside Table for Paimio Sanatorium
By Alvar Aalto
Located in 東御市, JP
Alvar aalto design bed side table for paimio sanatorium It is original paint and mark. it was
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1930s Finnish Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Iron

Used 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
Rare Alvar Aalto Dressing Table, circa 1930
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Dronten, NL
a lifetime opportunity for any Aalto collector or simply anyone who admires his work. Alvar Aalto
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Birch

Rare Alvar Aalto Dressing Table, circa 1930
Rare Alvar Aalto Dressing Table, circa 1930
H 28.35 in W 41.74 in D 19.69 in
Vintage Aalto Table Round (Table 91) by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Centreville, VA
spheres in accordance with Alvar Aalto’s conception of versatile furniture. The black linoleum top ages
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Bentwood

Early Model 65 Chair by Alvar Aalto, ,
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Buffalo, NY
Model 65 encapsulates designer Alvar Aalto’s approach to systematic, rational design within the
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1930s Finnish Bauhaus Alvar Aalto Used

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Fabric, Birch

Early Model 65 Chair by Alvar Aalto, ,
Early Model 65 Chair by Alvar Aalto, ,
H 25 in W 15.75 in D 14.49 in
Alvar Aalto End Tables or Night Stands
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Alvar Aalto end tables, for Artek, Finland, circa 1980s. They retain their warm original
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1980s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Wood, Birch

Alvar Aalto End Tables or Night Stands
Alvar Aalto End Tables or Night Stands
H 22 in W 27.75 in D 27.75 in
alvar aalto chair69 natural hedemora 1940's
By Alvar Aalto
Located in 東御市, JP
Designed by Alvar Aalto. This chair 69 was manufactured in the 1940s. It is from the era when it
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1940s Swedish Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Birch

alvar aalto chair69 natural hedemora 1940's
alvar aalto chair69 natural hedemora 1940's
H 29.14 in W 17.33 in D 18.12 in
Vintage Aalto Table rectangular (Table 80A) by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Centreville, VA
compact home office to a co-working space. Working well when used individually, Aalto Table rectangular
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1930s Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Birch

Alvar Aalto style Stool /Tables 63 Bentwood
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Westport, CT
Alvar Aalto Style Stool /Tables design no 63 bentwood birch finish /could be used as tables or
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Wood

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
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Birch

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
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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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
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Alvar Aalto Floor Lamp A809
Alvar Aalto Floor Lamp A809
H 66.15 in W 22.84 in D 15.75 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 Alvar Aalto Used

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Birch

Alvar Aalto Stool for Artek
Alvar Aalto Stool for Artek
H 17 in Dm 14.5 in
Model 109 Alvar Aalto Coat Rack, circa 1940s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
, wear consistent with age and use. Iconic Alvar Aalto design.
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Metal

Model 109 Alvar Aalto Coat Rack, circa 1940s
Model 109 Alvar Aalto Coat Rack, circa 1940s
H 9.85 in W 39.38 in D 11.42 in
Alvar Aalto Extra Large Dining Table, circa 1960
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Dining table designed by Alvar Aalto, circa 1960 Special commission, unique piece of measure: 246
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Wood

Alvar Aalto Extra Large Dining Table, circa 1960
Alvar Aalto Extra Large Dining Table, circa 1960
H 28.75 in W 96.86 in D 55.12 in
Alvar Aalto Golden Bell Pendant Lamp, circa 1950
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Pendant lamp designed by Alvar Aalto, circa 1935 for the Savoy restaurant in Helsinki. In
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Brass

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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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Brass

Finnish Birch Cabinet in Alvar Aalto Style, 1940s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Finnish birch cabinet in Alvar Aalto style from the 1940s. Birch. Good vintage condition, minor
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Birch

Wood Room Divider After Alvar Aalto, circa 1970
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Rustic wood room divider, circa 1930 By unknown artisan, France. Wood Room Divider After Alvar
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1970s French Rustic Alvar Aalto Used

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Wood

Wood Room Divider After Alvar Aalto, circa 1970
Wood Room Divider After Alvar Aalto, circa 1970
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H 70.87 in W 78.75 in D 0.79 in
Alvar Aalto Center Table for Artek, circa 1960
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Dining table designed by Alvar Aalto, circa 1960. Manufactured by Artek (Finland). Wood legs and
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Wood

Alvar Aalto Center Table for Artek, circa 1960
Alvar Aalto Center Table for Artek, circa 1960
No Reserve
H 22.05 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Alvar Aalto's iconic Stool 60, from Artek 1950s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Alvar Aalto's iconic Stool 60, from Artek 1950s, s the epitome of minimalistic furniture, versatile
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Birch

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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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Wood

Alvar Aalto Table by Artek
Alvar Aalto Table by Artek
H 18 in Dm 28.25 in
Early Alvar Aalto Bentwood Stool
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Garnerville, NY
A very early example of Aalto's iconic use of laminated and bentwood. This stool has all the patina
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Upholstery, Birch

Early Alvar Aalto Bentwood Stool
Early Alvar Aalto Bentwood Stool
H 25 in W 14 in D 14 in
Vintage Aalto Table half-round by Alvar Aalto for Artek (coffee table height)
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Centreville, VA
The Aalto Table designed by Alvar Aalto in 1933 conveys a relaxed familiarity that resists
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1930s Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Birch

Set of Six Door Handles by Alvar Aalto, 1960s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
, heavy patina consistent with age and use. The door handles are sold as a set. Alvar Aalto (1898-1976
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Aluminum

Desk, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950/1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
drawers. Good vintage condition, patina and wear consistent with age and use. Alvar Aalto (1898-1976) is
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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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 Shelves Model 112B in Birch, Artek, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Odense, DK
patina to the wood. The Alvar Aalto wall shelf 112B is an elegant and practical shelf that can be used
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Birch

Stool X601 (fan leg) for Artek by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Centreville, VA
This stool was designed by Alvar Aalto in 1954 and features his impressive X-Leg design. X-Legs
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Bentwood

Stool X601 (fan leg) for Artek by Alvar Aalto
Stool X601 (fan leg) for Artek by Alvar Aalto
H 17.72 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Stool X600 (fan leg) for Artek by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Centreville, VA
This stool was designed by Alvar Aalto in 1954 and features his impressive X-Leg design. X-Legs
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Bentwood

Stool X600 (fan leg) for Artek by Alvar Aalto
Stool X600 (fan leg) for Artek by Alvar Aalto
H 17.72 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
Alvar Aalto Organic Glass Vase Model Savoy, circa 1960
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Glass designed by Alvar Aalto, circa 1960. Manufactured in Finland. In great original condition
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Glass

Alvar Aalto Stool in Leather for Artek, circa 1960
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Stool designed by Alvar Aalto, circa 1960. Manufactured by Artek (Finland). New leather top, wood
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Leather, Wood

alvar aalto stoolE60 kids size painted green 1960's
By Alvar Aalto
Located in 東御市, JP
Designed by Alvar Aalto. This chair 69 was manufactured in the 1950s. There is evidence of
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1960s Finnish Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Birch

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
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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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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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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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
Alvar Aalto Early Model 401 Bentwood Lounge Chair, 1940s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Coronado, CA
An early Alvar Aalto Model 401 lounge chair, circa 1940s. 1 owner, purchased from the original
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Leather, Linen, Wood

Alvar Aalto Model 83 Table and Model 66 Chairs
By Alvar Aalto
Located in London, GB
A vintage model 83 dining table by Alvar Aalto for Artek made of Finnish Birch ply & 8 model 66
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1970s British Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Birch, Plywood

Alvar Aalto Model 83 Table and Model 66 Chairs
Alvar Aalto Model 83 Table and Model 66 Chairs
H 28.35 in W 71.66 in D 35.83 in
Alvar Aalto Rare Writing Table from Otaniemi Technical University, 1960s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. Alvar Aalto (1898-1976) is probably the
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Metal

30's alvar aalto 403 hallway chair painted white
By Alvar Aalto
Located in 東御市, JP
The early 403 was characterized by making the best use of the flexibility of the pre-wood, without
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Birch

30's alvar aalto 403 hallway chair painted white
30's alvar aalto 403 hallway chair painted white
H 29.93 in W 21.26 in D 24.81 in
Stool model 60, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
vintage condition, rich patina and wear consistent with age and use. Iconic Alvar Aalto design.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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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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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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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
Artek Wall Shelf by Alvar Aalto, 1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Turku, FI
lamps or small items. Alvar Aalto designed the wall shelf 112 in 1936. This one was made in the 1960s
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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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 Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Turku, FI
lamps or small items. Alvar Aalto designed the wall shelf 112 in 1936. This one was made in the 1950s
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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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
Set of 4 Alvar Aalto dining chairs Model 611, 1960s Finland
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Balen, BE
Set of 4 Alvar Aalto chairs Model 611, birch wood frame reupholstered with high quality saddle
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Leather, Birch

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
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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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
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Metal, Brass

Tea Trolley by Alvar and Aino Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1936
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Chicago, IL
An earlier edition of the Alvar and Aino Aalto Tea Trolled for Artek. Using new technology to bend
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1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Wood

A Mid-century folding Screen in the style of Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Investing in this Mid-century folding screen, inspired by the style of Alvar Aalto, is an
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1950s European Bauhaus Alvar Aalto Used

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Wood, Pine

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
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Wood

Extremely Rare Alvar Aalto Wooden Mould for Vase Model 3032, 1940s
Extremely Rare Alvar Aalto Wooden Mould for Vase Model 3032, 1940s
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H 16.54 in W 14.18 in D 18.51 in
Alvar Aalto A703 "Visor" Lamp for Valaistustyo, Stamped by Maker, 1957
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Alvar Aalto table / desk light designed 1957 for Valaistustyo, Finland. Enameled steel black base
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Steel

Alvar Aalto, Pair of Armchairs Model 402 for Finmar, 1930's
By Alvar Aalto
Located in London, GB
mid-century Modernism and perhaps Finland's most celebrated architect, Alvar Aalto (1898 – 1976) was
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Alvar Aalto Used

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Beech

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
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Metal, Brass

Rare, Early Alvar Aalto Model 31/42 Cantilevered Armchairs, Finland, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in London, GB
Rare, early Alvar Aalto model 31/42 cantilevered armchairs, Finland, 1930s, designed and produced
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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Birch, Plywood

Alvar Aalto Model "E, A" Tablecloth, Artek, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. Marked. Alvar Aalto (1898-1976) is probably the most
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Used

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Fabric

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Alvar Aalto Used For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal alvar aalto used for your home. Frequently made of wood, birch and metal, every alvar aalto used was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer alvar aalto used, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each alvar aalto used bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made alvar aalto used has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Alvar Aalto, Artek and Finmar are consistently popular.

How Much is a Alvar Aalto Used?

A alvar aalto used can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,678, while the lowest priced sells for $55 and the highest can go for as much as $132,000.
Questions About Alvar Aalto Used
  • 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 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 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.