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Alvar Aalto Paimio Chair 41
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Los Angeles, CA
cross-rails. Molded from a continuous piece of spring birch plywood on a closed frame, the Paimio Chair
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto Paimio Chair 41.. Classic Bauhaus Design. Modernist/ Scandinavian
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Buffalo, NY
from a continuous piece of spring birch plywood on a closed frame, the Paimio Chair was Aalto's design
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch, Plywood
H 25.6 in W 24 in D 32.2 in
Paimio Chair Style after Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
chairs were begging to be restored. The previous owner told us that his parents acquired them at the end
Category
Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
A Pair of Alvar Aalto Hallway Chairs, Model 403 by Finmar
By Finmar
Located in London, GB
experience. Aalto's iconic designs, such as the Paimio Chair and the Savoy Vase, showcase his innovative use
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Vintage Paimio #41 Plywood Armchairs by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Detroit, MI
This pair of vintage mid century modern Paimio #41 arm chairs originally designed by modernist
Category
Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Birch, Plywood, Lacquer
Alvar Aalto Padded Paimio 44 Lounge Chair in Birch & Sheepskin, Artek 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The famous Paimio lounge chair model 41, designed by Alvar Aalto for the Paimio Sanitarium
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 26.38 in W 24.81 in D 33.47 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
1932 Artek No. 42 Small Paimio Lounge Chair in Birch by Alvar & Aino Aalto
By Alvar Aalto, Aino Aalto, Artek
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a very special and unusual chair. It is an original Armchair 42, Small Paimio, designed by
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch, Plywood
H 28.25 in W 23.5 in D 29.5 in
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Plywood
Model 31 Armchair Alvar Aalto, Finland, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in London, GB
Paimio. Much like the eponymous "Paimio Chair", the most recognised design from the project, the model 31
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto Furniture (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
birchwood Paimio chair which is featured in the book. The book is in good condition, 179 pages with English
Category
20th Century Books
Materials
Paper
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Materials
Bentwood
Paimio Sanatorium Armchair "Hallway Chair" Model 403 by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Reichenschwand, DE
with the creation of the Paimio Sanatorium, a visionary project that combined art, design, and function
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Bauhaus Armchairs
Materials
Birch, Maple
Early Alvar Aalto Spring Chair Model 42, Bent Plywood and Birch, Artek 1950s
By Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
as the spring chair, "Pikku Paimio" or Small Paimio in English. It is regarded as an iconic
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Birch, Plywood
H 24.81 in W 23.63 in D 29.93 in
Early Alvar Aalto Spring Chair Model 42, Bent Plywood and Birch, Artek 1940s
By Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
as spring chair, `Pikku Paimio` or Small Paimio in english. It is regarded as an iconic masterpiece
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Birch, Plywood
H 24.81 in W 23.63 in D 29.93 in
Early Michael Thonet Bistro Dining Table in Bentwood and Cane - Austria
By Michael Thonet, Thonet
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
by Gio Ponti and Alvar Aalto’s expressive Paimio armchair.
The No. 14 chair earned a gold medal at
Category
Antique 1860s Austrian Rococo Revival Dining Room Tables
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Pair Of Alvar Aalto Chairs Model 44 'Padded Paimio' Chairs
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Dorchester, GB
A pair of Alvar Aalto model 44 ‘Padded Paimio’ chairs produced by Artek.
These chairs date from the
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Plywood
Alvar Aalto Early Hallway Chair 51/403 for Paimio Sanatorium 1932, Finland
By Alvar Aalto, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy
Located in Turku, FI
Alvar Aalto designed this chair in 1932 for the Paimio Sanatorium hospital for tuberculosis
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Birch, Bentwood
H 30.32 in W 21.26 in D 23.23 in
Alvar Aalto Early Hallway Chair 51/403 for Paimio Sanatorium 1932, Finland
By Alvar Aalto, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy
Located in Turku, FI
Alvar Aalto designed this chair in 1932 for the Paimio Sanatorium hospital for tuberculosis
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Birch, Bentwood
H 30.32 in W 21.26 in D 23.23 in
Alvar Aalto Early Hallway Chair 51/403 for Paimio Sanatorium 1932, Finland
By Alvar Aalto, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy
Located in Turku, FI
Alvar Aalto designed this chair in 1932 for the Paimio Sanatorium hospital for tuberculosis
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Birch, Bentwood
H 30.32 in W 21.26 in D 23.23 in
Alvar Aalto Stool for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Belmont, MA
Paimio, from the chairs to the sinks, to create a soothing and sanitary environment for the patients. In
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Birch
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
Category
20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bentwood, 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
Category
20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Bentwood, Plywood
Alvar Aalto armchair 41, "Paimio" Chair
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Dronten, NL
Paimio Chair, designed by Alvar Aalto in 1932.
This example manufactured by Artek, circa 1978.
We
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Birch
Vintage pair of "Paimio" chairs by Alvar Aalto
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage pair of "Paimio" lounge chairs designed by Alvar Aalto. This pair was purchased in the 70's
Category
Vintage 1970s Lounge Chairs
Set of Early Model 42 'Little Paimio' Chairs by Alvar Aalto, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Se of early Alvar Aalto model 42 cantilevered 'Little Paimio' armchairs, Finland, circa 1930s
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Alvar Aalto, Artek, 41 Paimio Scroll Chair
By Artek
Located in London, GB
Arguably the best known piece of furniture designed by Alvar Aalto, the Paimio Scroll chair is an
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Little Paimio Cantilevered Chair by Alvar Aalto, Model 31/42
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Turku, FI
"Little Paimio" chair 31/42 was originally created for the interior of a tuberculosis sanatorium in
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Alvar Aalto Paimio 41 Lounge Chair
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Saint Paul, MN
The Paimio 41 lounge chair, designed by renowned architect Alvar Aalto, epitomizes the perfect
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto Paimio 41 Chair for Arket in Black
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an amazing and rare early Paimio 41 chair by Alvar Aalto for Arket. This piece is from the
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Alvar Aalto Armchair 41 Paimio
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Designed by Aalto in 1932 for the Paimio Sanitorium in Finland , this example originated in Sweden
Category
Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Chairs
Alvar Aalto 31 Lounge Chair for the Paimio Sanitorium, Finland, 1931
By Alvar Aalto
Located in London, GB
, organic forms and materials tempered the hardness of rationalism.
The 31 lounge chair is an incredibly
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch
H 26.97 in W 23.82 in D 30.32 in
Alvar Aalto, c.1950's Hallway chair model 402, for Paimio Sanatorium
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
timeless elegance. Originally designed for the Paimio Sanatorium, this chair is a testament to Alvar
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto Hallway Chair Model No.403 by Finmar
By Alvar Aalto, Finmar
Located in London, GB
Paimio Sanitorium. The chair bears to the verso an original Finmar label.
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Pair of Paimio Lounge Chairs by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of Paimio lounge chairs in lacquered wood and birch by designer Alvar Aalto and the Finnish
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Paimio Lounge Chairs by Alvar Aalto
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Pair of 'Paimio' steamed bentwood lounge chairs by Alvar Aalto for Artek circa mid 1960's. These
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Early Michael Thonet N.17 Bistro Dining Armchairs in Bentwood and Cane - Austria
By Thonet, Michael Thonet
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
expressive Paimio armchair.
The No. 14 chair earned a gold medal at the 1867 Paris World’s Fair and
Category
Antique 1860s Austrian Rococo Revival Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
H 38 in W 22.45 in D 19.3 in
Early Michael Thonet N.17 Bistro Dining Set in Bentwood and Cane - Austria
By Thonet, Michael Thonet
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
expressive Paimio armchair.
The No. 14 chair earned a gold medal at the 1867 Paris World’s Fair and
Category
Antique 1860s Austrian Rococo Revival Dining Room Sets
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Alvar Aalto Paimio Chair, Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Paimio Chair in bentwood frame with white laminate seat. Iconic design by Alvar Aalto in 1929 this
Category
Early 20th Century Finnish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Laminate, Bentwood
Alvar Aalto "Paimio chair" Attb to ICF Artek in bentwood.No labels
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is late production maybe from the 80 -90's attb to ICF ,Artek, is made in bentwood.
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bentwood
Vitra Miniature Chair Art 41 Paimio by Alvar Aalto 1930s
By Alvar Aalto, Vitra
Located in Atlanta, GA
Iconic miniature Paimio chair designed by Alvar Aalto, circa 1930, and edited by Vitra.
Alvar
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Wood
Alvar Aalto Armchair 41 "Paimio" Lounge Chair
By Alvar Aalto
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
the club chair set new standards in modern furniture design. Fixed to the frame at only four points
Category
Late 20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch
Collection of 12 Vitra Miniature Chairs
By Vitra
Located in East Hampton, NY
Breuer - B35
3. Josef Hoffman - Cabaret Fledermaus chair
4. Alvar Aalto - 41/ Paimio chair
5. Josef
Category
20th Century Models and Miniatures
White-Lacquered Paimio 41 Armchair by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Alvar Aalto in 1931-1932, the Paimio armchair provides comfort in sculptural form
Category
20th Century Finnish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch
Pair Alvar Aalto Paimio 41 Armchairs Chairs
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Alvar Aalto "Paimio 41" armchairs / lounge chairs. The chairs are lacquered birch and
Category
20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Birch, Bentwood
"Paimio" Lounge Chair by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in bruxelles, BE
Black wooden armchair with ventilation in the seat. Seat height: 34.5 cm. Armchair designed in the 30's by Alvar Aalto
In his designs, Alvar Aalto combines the functional ideas of B...
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Sheikki 'Aalto goes high' Graffiti Art on Alvar Aalto Chair Model 42, 2020
By Artek, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab
Located in Helsinki, FI
chair, also known as spring chair, `Pikku Paimio` or Small Paimio in english, in this particular case we
Category
2010s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Birch, Plywood
H 29.14 in W 23.63 in D 27.56 in
Alvar Aalto 31 Lounge Chair for the Paimio Sanitorium, Finland, 1931
By Alvar Aalto
Located in London, GB
cantilevered armchairs, designed and produced in the 1930s. Painted birch-veneered bent plywood with painted bent laminated birch. by Finmar. Original condition, original paint, with...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Birch
H 24.61 in W 23.63 in D 27.56 in
Alvar Aalto "Paimio" Birch and White Armchair 41 for Artek, Finland, 1970s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Miami, FL
Great original vintage Paimio armchair 41 or lounge chair rendered in steam bent birch with a white
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Birch, Bentwood, Plywood, Lacquer, Paint
H 25 in W 23.5 in D 32.5 in
Alvar Aalto Paimio Chair 41
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Paimio “Chair 41” was originally designed by Alvar Aalto for the Paimio Sanatorium in Southwest
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Bentwood
Vintage Paimio Lounge Chair by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Hadley, MA
Vintage Paimio Lounge Chair by Alvar Aalto for Artek . The Paimio lounge chair was a true quantum
Category
20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch
Rare and Early Alvar Aalto Finnsven Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sofa and Chair was padded variation of the Paimio Chair. Manufactured by Artek. Recommend new
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Sofas
Materials
Birch, Upholstery
Paimio Lounge Chair nr 41 by Alvar Aalto
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This iconic lounge chair was originally designed for the Paimio Sanatorium in Finland. The curved
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Lounge Chairs
Paimio Lounge Chair by Alvar Aalto for Artek
Located in Hudson, NY
Sculptural scroll chair, black lacquered bent birch on natural birch frame. This example dates from
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Lounge Chairs
Pair Alvar Aalto Paimio Model 41 Chairs for Artek
Located in High Point, NC
Pair Black Scroll Alvar Aalto Paimio Model 41 Chairs for Artek designed in 1930 I believe this pair
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Lounge Chairs
"Paimio" Table by Alvar Aalto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Alvar Aalto's "Paimio" Model No. 75 occasional table was designed alongside the famous "Paimio" No
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Side Tables
Scandinavian Finnish Cantilevered Lounge Armchair by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Belmont, MA
designed everything at Paimio, from the chairs to the sinks, to create a soothing and sanitary environment
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto, Nr. 41 "Paimio" Miniature Chair
By Alvar Aalto
Located in San Antonio, TX
"Paimio" chair. Originally produced 1930-1931.
Included is the original brochure with historical detail
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Materials
Wood
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Paimio Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the paimio chair you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, birch and bentwood, every paimio chair was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect paimio chair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A paimio chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one paimio chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Alvar Aalto, Artek and Vitra produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Paimio Chair?
A paimio chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,650, while the lowest priced sells for $195 and the highest can go for as much as $14,715.
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With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
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Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
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