Alvar Aalto Paimio Chair 41
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
cross-rails. Molded from a continuous piece of spring birch plywood on a closed frame, the Paimio Chair
Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Birch
Alvar Aalto Paimio Chair 41
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
cross-rails. Molded from a continuous piece of spring birch plywood on a closed frame, the Paimio Chair
Birch
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
Metal
1970s Aino and Alvar Aalto for Artek Paimio Lounge Chair
By Alvar Aalto, Aino Aalto
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Paimio Lounge Chair, originally designed by Aino and Alvar Aalto for the Paimio
Birch
$34,000
H 27.96 in W 24.02 in D 25.6 in
Alvar Aalto, rare collectable chair model 31 / 'Paimio', 1930/40s.
By Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Milano, 1936. Later, this chair has been referred to as model no. 42, or 'Small Paimio', referring to
Beech
$8,734
H 24.81 in W 24.02 in D 33.47 in
Alvar Aalto, Paimio 41 Lounge Chair in Black and Birch, Artek 1960s
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 Paimion Parantola
Birch, Plywood
$5,000
H 28.25 in W 23.5 in D 29.5 in
1932 Artek No. 42 Small Paimio Lounge Chair in Birch by Alvar & Aino Aalto
By Artek, Aino Aalto, Alvar Aalto
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a very special and unusual chair. It is an original Armchair 42, Small Paimio, designed by
Birch, 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
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
Paper
Alvar Aalto Birch & Leather Chair 611
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Norwich, GB
wood furniture for the Paimio Sanatorium. The chair has the original patina, with the birch being
Leather, Birch
$14,729
H 24.81 in W 23.63 in D 29.93 in
Early Alvar Aalto Spring Chair Model 31, Silver Birch and Birch, Artek 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab
Located in Helsinki, FI
(later 42) chair, also known as the spring chair, "Pikku Paimio" or Small Paimio in English. This model
Birch, Plywood
$17,562
H 24.81 in W 23.63 in D 29.93 in
Early Alvar Aalto Spring Chair Model 31, Bent Plywood and Birch, Artek 1950s
By Artek, Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
, also known as the spring chair, "Pikku Paimio" or Small Paimio in English. It is regarded as an iconic
Birch, Plywood
$25,116
H 24.81 in W 23.63 in D 29.93 in
Early Alvar Aalto Spring Chair Model 31, Bent Plywood and Birch, Artek 1940s
By Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
, also known as spring chair, `Pikku Paimio` or Small Paimio in english. It is regarded as an iconic
Birch, Plywood
Early Michael Thonet Bistro Dining Table in Bentwood and Cane - Austria
By Thonet, Michael 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
Cane, Bentwood
Unavailable
H 23.63 in W 24.41 in D 30.71 in
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
Fabric, Plywood
Unavailable
H 30.12 in W 21.26 in D 26.38 in
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
Birch, Maple
Unavailable
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 Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Turku, FI
Alvar Aalto designed this chair in 1932 for the Paimio Sanatorium hospital for tuberculosis
Birch, Bentwood
Unavailable
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 Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Turku, FI
Alvar Aalto designed this chair in 1932 for the Paimio Sanatorium hospital for tuberculosis
Birch, Bentwood
Unavailable
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 Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Turku, FI
Alvar Aalto designed this chair in 1932 for the Paimio Sanatorium hospital for tuberculosis
Birch, Bentwood
Alvar Aalto Stool for Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Belmont, MA
Paimio, from the chairs to the sinks, to create a soothing and sanitary environment for the patients. In
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
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
Bentwood, Plywood
Alvar Aalto armchair 41, "Paimio" Chair
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Dronten, NL
Paimio Chair, designed by Alvar Aalto in 1932. This example manufactured by Artek, circa 1978. We
Birch
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
Birch
Sold
H 25.6 in W 24 in D 32.2 in
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
Birch, Plywood
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
Sold
H 29.73 in W 23.63 in D 26.58 in
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
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
Bentwood
Little Paimio Cantilevered Chair by Alvar Aalto, Model 31/42
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Turku, Finland
"Little Paimio" chair 31/42 was originally created for the interior of a tuberculosis sanatorium in
Birch, Plywood
Vintage Paimio #41 Plywood Armchairs by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Detroit, MI
This pair of vintage mid century modern Paimio #41 arm chairs originally designed by modernist
Wood, Birch, Plywood, Lacquer
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
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
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
Sold
H 26.97 in W 23.82 in D 30.32 in
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
Birch
Sold
H 29.93 in W 21.26 in D 25.6 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
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.
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
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
Wood
Sold
H 38 in W 22.45 in D 19.3 in
Early Michael Thonet N.17 Bistro Dining Armchairs in Bentwood and Cane - Austria
By Michael Thonet, 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
Cane, Bentwood
Sold
H 29.53 in Dm 33.67 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
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
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.
Bentwood
Vitra Miniature Chair Art 41 Paimio by Alvar Aalto 1930s
By Vitra, Alvar Aalto
Located in Atlanta, GA
Iconic miniature Paimio chair designed by Alvar Aalto, circa 1930, and edited by Vitra. Alvar
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
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
Sold
H 26.38 in W 24.81 in D 33.47 in
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
Metal
Set of 2 Early Alvar Aalto Stools, Finland, 1950's
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Berlin, DE
, creating iconic pieces such as the Paimio Chair, the Savoy Vase, and the Alvar Aalto stool. In addition to
Bentwood
Pair Alvar Aalto Paimio 41 Armchairs Chairs
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Alvar Aalto "Paimio 41" armchairs / lounge chairs. The chairs are lacquered birch and
Birch, Bentwood
"Paimio" Lounge Chair by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
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...
Wood
Sold
H 29.14 in W 23.63 in D 27.56 in
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
Birch, Plywood
Sold
H 24.61 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...
Birch
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
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
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
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
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
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
"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
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
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
Wood
Armchair 41 Paimio Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Berne, CH
the club chair set new standards in modern furniture design. Fixed to the frame at only four points
Birch
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
Birch
Alvar Aalto 2-Tied Side Table with Shelf for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Belmont, MA
everything at Paimio, from the chairs to the sinks, to create a soothing and sanitary environment for the
Birch
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.
Wood
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
$2,636Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 17.7 in Dm 39.3 in
'Floatation' Japanese Paper Suspension Lamp for Ingo Maurer
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Glendale, CA
'Floatation' Japanese paper suspension lamp for Ingo Maurer. Designed and produced by Ingo Maurer, one of the most celebrated German lighting icons since 1966. With imagination, cre...
Metal, Iron
Alvar Aalto ‘Tank’ Armchair in Honey Sheepskin, 1940s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Prague, New Town
‘Tank’ armchair, model ’37/400′, designed by Alvar Aalto in 1936. Manufactured by Artek in Finland, 1940s. Made from laminated steam-bent birch plywood, recently reupholstered in hon...
Sheepskin, Birch
Pierre Chapo L03 Daybed In Solid Elm, France 1960s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Stunning daybed model L03 in solid Elm-wood by the great French designer Pierre Chapo. The breathtaking design with the iconic Chapo trademark wood joints which were created as a re...
Bouclé, Elm
$21,835
H 59.06 in W 98.43 in D 0.6 in
Folding 'Screen 100' Designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1936
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Folding 'Screen 100' designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland. 1936. Pine. Alvar Aalto’s 'Screen 100' designed in 1936 is a sculptural room divider made entirely of individual...
Pine
$50,752
H 24.22 in W 27.56 in D 30.71 in
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 veneer and bent plywood. Stamped. H: 61.5 cm W: 60.5 cm D: 78 cm SH: 37 cm A...
Birch, Plywood
$12,000
H 25.6 in W 39.38 in D 27.56 in
Pair of Ribbon Chairs Attributed to Cesare Leonardi & Franca Stagi
By Cesare Leonardi and Franca Stagi
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
circa 1970, We offer this Pair of Ribbon Chairs attributed to Cesare Leonardi & Franca Stagi.
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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.
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