Alvar Aalto Furniture
Finnish, 1898-1976
An architect and designer, Alvar 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 — which ranges from chairs, stools, tables and lighting to table- and glassware — Aalto’s sensitivity to the natural world and to organic forms and materials tempered the hardness of rationalist design.
Relatively few Aalto buildings exist outside Finland. (Just four exist in the United States, and only one — the sinuous 1945 Baker House dormitory at M.I.T. — is easily visited.) International attention came to Aalto, whose surname translates to English as “wave,” primarily through his furnishings.
Instead of the tubular metal framing favored by the Bauhaus designers and Le Corbusier, Aalto insisted on wood. His aesthetic is best represented by the Paimio armchair, developed with his wife, Aino Aalto, in 1930 as part of the overall design of a Finnish tuberculosis sanatorium.
Comfortable, yet light enough to be easily moved by patients, the Paimio chair’s frame is composed 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 sort of pillow effect. Aalto’s use of plywood had an enormous influence on Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Marcel Breuer and others who later came to the material.
Concerned with keeping up standards of quality in the production of his designs, Aalto formed the still-extant company Artek in 1935, along with Aino, whose glass designs were made by the firm. In the latter medium, in 1936 the Aaltos together created the iconic, undulating Savoy vase, so-called for the luxe Helsinki restaurant for which the piece was designed.
Artek also produced Aalto pendants and other lighting designs, many of which — such as the Angel’s Wing floor lamp and the Beehive pendant — incorporate a signature Aalto detail: shades made of concentric enameled-metal rings graduated down in diameter. The effect of the technique is essential Alvar Aalto: at once precise, simple, and somehow poetic.
Find a collection of vintage Alvar Aalto stools, vases, dining tables and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Alvar Aalto
Alvar Aalto Sculptural Door Handles/Pulls in Cast Bronze, Valaistustyö 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö
Located in Helsinki, FI
Two sleek, heavy and elegant mid-century door handles in full bronze. Manufactured by valaistustyö and designed by Alvar Aalto himself. Very practical yet stand out as sculptural pie...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Midcentury Alvar Aalto Desk or Dining Table in Black Laminated and Beech, 1970s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning mid-century desk or dining table in curved beech wood with black laminated top. This incredibly elegant table was designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek and produced during the 1...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Formica, Wood, Laminate, Beech
Iconic Alvar Aalto Savoy Glass Vase Model. 3030, Deep Green, Iittala 1960s
By Iittala, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Alvar Aalto entered and won a competition held at the Karhula-Iittala glass factory that was organized for the 1937 Paris World Fair. The year was 1936 and Aalto´s entry was called `...
Category
1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Minimalist Alvar Aalto Large Mirror in Birch, Artek 1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
An iconic mirror designed by Alvar Aalto and retailed by Artek in Finland. Very minimalist with straight lines and finger joints. The mirror has holes in the back in a way that enab...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Glass, Birch
Alvar Aalto, 1940's model 611 chair
By Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Elevate your space with this 1940's model 611 chairs, masterfully designed by Alvar Aalto and Otto Korhonen in 1929. The chair showcase a timeless Scandinavian aesthetic, enhanced by...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto ‘Tank’ Lounge Chair in Red Velvet, Finland 1940s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Prague, New Town
A rare cantilever lounge chair, model ’37/400′ (also known as the ‘Tank’ chair), designed in 1936 by Finnish architect and designer Alvar Aalto (1898-1976). Manufactured by Artek in ...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Birch
Midcentury Alvar Aalto Desk or Dining Table in Black Laminated and Beech, 1970s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning mid-century desk or dining table in curved beech wood with black laminated top. This incredibly elegant table was designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek and produced during the 1...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Formica, Wood, Laminate, Beech
Alvar Aalto Room Divider / Screen '100' 1936 in Solid Pine for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto Room Devider / Screen '100' 1936 in Solid Pine for Artek, Finland. New, current production.
Made of fine pinewood strips that have been vertically aligned, Screen 100 ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Wood, Pine
Alvar Aalto Pair of 400 ‘Tank’ 1936 Armchairs in Leather for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto Pair of 400 ‘Tank’ Armchairs in leather for Artek. Designed in 1936. New, current production.
As voluminous as it is comfortable, Armchair 400 was created by Alvar Aalto...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Alvar Aalto 400 ‘Tank’ 1936 Armchair for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto 400 ‘Tank’ Armchair for Artek. Designed in 1936. New, current production.
As voluminous as it is comfortable, Armchair 400 was created b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Alvar Aalto Pair of 400 ‘Tank’ 1936 Lounge Chairs in Fabric and Birch for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto Pair of 400 ‘Tank’ Armchairs in fabric upholstery and lacquered birch for Artek. Designed in 1936. New, current production.
Price noted is for a pair of Tank chairs in f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
E66 chairs by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
E66 chairs by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1950s
Three Scandinavian (Finland) chairs by Alvar Aalto model E66 designed in the 1930s. These three seats date from the 1950s and are...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch, Plywood
E65 chair by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
E65 chair by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1950s
A Scandinavian (Finland) chair by Alvar Aalto model E65 designed in the 1930s. This chair dates from the 1950s and is in ORIGINAL ...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Alvar Aalto, Lounge Chair, Birch, Cowhide, Finland, 1940
By Alvar Aalto, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy
Located in High Point, NC
An early production moulded birch and cowhide "Tank" lounge chair designed by Alvar Aalto and produced by Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Oy Turku, Finland, c. 1940.
Provenance: Henr...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Birch
Rare Alvar Aalto Armchair No. 31, early 1930s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Alvar Aalto armchair No. 31. Produced by Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Oy Turku, produced early 1930s..
Bent laminated birch frame, seat in laminated birch root veneer.
Category
1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto Dining Table with Lazy Susan B91 and 6 Chairs Model 66, Artek, 1940s
By Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
This dining set is in beautiful condition. The table without the serving board "Lazy Susan" is model A 91 ( with the serving board B 91 ), and the chairs are model no. 66 with the hi...
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1940s European Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Glass, Birch, Bentwood
Alvar Aalto Sculptural Door Handles / Pulls in Cast Bronze, Valaistustyö 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö
Located in Helsinki, FI
Two sleek, heavy and elegant mid-century door handles in full bronze. Manufactured by valaistustyö and designed by Alvar Aalto himself. Very practical yet stand out as sculptural pie...
Category
1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Alvar Aalto Pair of "Golden Bell" Brass Pendants for Louis Poulsen, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Louis Poulsen
Located in Odense, DK
Rare set of original early production "Golden Bell" pendants by Alvar Aalto manufactured by for Louis Poulsen, Denmark in the 1950s. The pendants are made from solid brass and lacque...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Brass
Alvar Aalto for Artek Cart "900" in Birch and Tile, Finland 1970s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Naples, IT
The 900 trolley, designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, is a classic Finnish design with English tea culture and Japanese woodwork and architecture as its sources of inspiration. Alvar A...
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Rattan, Birch
Minimalist Alvar Aalto Drawer Wall Shelf Model B 114, 1950s for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek, Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful drawer shelf / console by Alvar Aalto in solid birch and oak veneer for Artek. A small and very practical addition to your entrance or any wall space to keep keys or smal...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch, Oak
1960 Alvar Aalto Cantilever Chair Model 406 by Artek in Birch and Cane Webbing
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Chicago, IL
Alvar Aalto, cantilevered chair model 406.
Laminated birch, cane.
circa 1960
The model 406 chair was originally designed in 1938-39.
Measures: 35"H x...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Cane, Birch
Alvar Aalto Pair of ‘Tank’ Armchair for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto Pair of 400 ‘Tank’ Armchair for Artek. Designed in 1936. New, current production. Please note: the price is for 2 chairs with Kvadat Tonus...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Alvar Aalto 5 Early L-Leg Stools "Model 60" Red Linoleum & Birch, Finland, 1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Odense, DK
Set of 5 early L-leg stools by Alvar Aalto in laminated birch and seats with red linoleum. Made in the 1960s at Artek.
Alvar Aalto’s Three-legged stool model 60 designed in 1934 is t...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto "Beehive" Pendant Model A331 In Red, Valaistustyö 1950s
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 design is incredibly simple and takes from nature as it mimics the hanging beehives on a...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage Hand Signed White 3030 Iittala Alvar Aalto Savoy Vase
By Alvar Aalto, Iittala
Located in Krefeld, DE
Hand signed Alvar Aalto vase 3030 Savoy for Iittala made in Finland. Nice vintage condition with some scratches at the base and small chips at th...
Category
1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Glass
Pair of Alvar Aalto Cantilever Chairs Model 406 by Artek in Birch Cane Webbing
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Alvar Aalto, cantilevered chairs model 406.
Laminated birch, cane.
circa 1960
The model 406 chair was originally designed in 1938-39.
35"H x ...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Cane, Birch
Alvar Aalto Stool 60
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Miami, FL
Stool 60 designed by Alvar Aalto, strong patina with some chips. Please see picture 3 for accurate color.
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Bentwood
'Tank chair' by Alvar Aalto, Finland, 1940s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Alvar Aalto 'Tank' armchair. Produced in Finland, 1940s.
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto Dining Chairs Set of Six circa 1970s Warm Original Patina
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of Six Bentwood Dining Chairs, designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, and retailed by The Scandinavian Design Store in NYC, one of the pioneering stores bringing Danish Modern design...
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Laminate, Beech, Birch
Alvar Aalto Room Divider Screen 100 By Artek 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
Alvar Aalto's room divider, model 100, manufactured by Artek, material pine. The screen is from the 1950s, and in very good used condition. Beautiful patina of time.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Pine
Alvar Aalto Pair of ‘Tank’ Armchair for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto Pair of 400 ‘Tank’ Armchair for Artek. Designed in 1936. New, current production. Please note: the price is for 2 chairs with Kvadat Tonus...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Alvar Aalto Table 1940s by Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
Alvar Aalto Table 1940s by Artek. The table has L-legs with finger joints from war-time 1940s. Also finger joints on the sides of the table. Beautiful patina of age.
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Early Alvar Aalto Spring Chair Model 42, Bent Plywood and Birch, Artek 1950s
By Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
One of the most iconic and finest furniture works from Alvar Aalto, the model 42 chair, also known as the spring chair, "Pikku Paimio" or Small Paimio in English. It is regarded as ...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Alvar Aalto Ceiling Lamp A622b - Early Version - Valaistustyö Ky Finland 1950s
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Turku, FI
Alvar Aalto designed the A622B lamp in 1953 for the National Pensions Institute of Helsinki, and its timeless elegance will easily complement modern homes and public spaces, too.
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Steel
Midcentury pair of stools mod. K65 by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Piacenza, Italy
The K65 model stool was designed by Alvar Aalto between 1933 and 1935. The height is designed for combinations with high tables or counters. The low backrest provides the right suppo...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Wood
Early Alvar Aalto 'Model 2' Arm Chair, 1930
By Alvar Aalto, O.Y.Huonekalu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original early Alvar Aalto 'Model 2' armchair for O.Y. Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas A.B., in molded plywood and solid birch. Unrestored condition with partly significant wear. Lat...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Plywood
Alvar Aalto 400 ‘Tank’ Armchair in Zebra for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto 400 ‘Tank’ armchair for Artek. Designed in 1936. New, current production. Please note: price is for a 'Tank' armchair in Zebra upholstery and nat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Vintage Alvar Aalto Savoy Vase for Iittala
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Round Rock, TX
The iconic “Savoy” vase was designed by Alvar Aalto for Iittala of Finland. Considered one of the most revered designers of the 20th century, Aalto created this vase as part of a 10-...
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1980s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Iconic Alvar Aalto Savoy Glass Vase Model. 3030, Deep Green, Iittala 1960s
By Iittala, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Alvar Aalto entered and won a competition held at the Karhula-Iittala glass factory that was organized for the 1937 Paris World Fair. The year was 1936 and Aalto´s entry was called `...
Category
1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Alvar Aalto Dining Table
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Architectural Dining Table, designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, circa 1970s. Retains wonderful original patina only retained with age. Please see our other 1stdib...
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Laminate, Beech, Birch
Set of Alvar Aalto Stool X600 in Birch and Original Black Leather, Artek, 1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
A set of 3 beautiful model X600 stools designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek in the 1960s in Finland. Even though simple, these stools come with great quality and attention to detail. Th...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Leather, Birch
Alvar Aalto Scandinavian Y805 Birch Plywood and Glass Rectangular Coffee Table
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a sleek coffee table designed by Finnish architect Alvar Aalto circa the 1950s. Known for combining functionality with aesthetic beauty, Aalto’s techniqu...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Glass, Birch, Plywood
Alvar Aalto Padded Paimio 44 Lounge Chair in Birch & Sheepskin, Artek 1950s
By Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
The famous Paimio lounge chair model 41, designed by Alvar Aalto for the Paimio Sanitarium. Manufactured by Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Oy in t...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Metal
Alvar Aalto Scandinavian Modern Armchair Model 45 Birch & Linen Webbing, 1970s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Odense, DK
Vintage Alvar Aalto 45 armchair made in the 1970s by Artek. Great condition with patinated cane on the arms and original flax linen webbing.
The load-be...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Linen, Birch
Alvar Aalto Scandinavian Modern Armchair Model 45 Birch & Linen Webbing, 1970s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Odense, DK
Vintage Alvar Aalto 45 armchairs made in the 1970s by Artek. Great condition with patinated cane on the arms and original dark blue flax linen webbing.
...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Linen, Birch
Armchair Model 35, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1940s
By Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Armchair Model 35, designed by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1940s. Birch frame with wool fabric upholstery. Rich patina consistent with age and...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Birch
Rare cabinet '808' by Alvar Aalto for AB Artek in Hedemora, Sweden, 1940s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Cabinet '808' by Alvar Aalto. Rare piece of furtniture and even more so when its produced by Aaltos factory in Hedemora, Sweden.
AB Artek in Hedemora opened 1946 in order to produc...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto Room Divider Model 100 Produced by Artek in Finland
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Room divider model 100 designed by Alvar Aalto. Produced by Artek in Finland.
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Pine
Alvar Aalto 400 ‘Tank’ 1936 Armchair for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto 400 ‘Tank’ Armchair for Artek. Designed in 1936. New, current production.
As voluminous as it is comfortable, Armchair 400 was created b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Screen 100 In Pinewood By Alvar Aalto & Artek Designed in Finland 1936
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Reading, Berkshire
The Artek 100 Screen was designed by Alvar Aalto with a natural aesthetic for various interiors requiring privacy and separation within a room. Its lightweight design can be utilised...
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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Pine
Set of 4 Alvar Aalto Stackable 3 Legged Stools Model 60 in Brich, Artek 1930s
By Artek, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
A set of the iconic model 60 stools designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek. Inspired by the clean lines and organic forms of nature, the Alvar Aalto Model 60 Stool is a timeless piece of ...
Category
1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
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
One of the most iconic and finest furniture works from Alvar Aalto, the model 42 chair, also known as spring chair, `Pikku Paimio` or Small Paimio in english. It is regarded as an i...
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Model "MX800B" Ash and Birch Coffee Table by Alvar Aalto, Artek, Finland
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Karis, Nyland
Designed by one of the great masters of Finnish Modernism, the "Fan Leg" table by Alvar Aalto embodies the distinctive six-section fan leg.
Manufactured in 1960s. Ash top and birch ...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Ash, Birch
Iconic Alvar Aalto 3-legged Stool Model 60, Birch & White Formica, Artek 1940s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
An iconic model 60 stool in birch and white formica. Designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek in the 1930s, this design has definitely stood the test of time, as it is still in production a...
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto Tea Cart Model 901, produced by Artek, circa 1980s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced during the 1980s by Artek.
Category
1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto Paimio Chair 41
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Paimio armchair 41 by Alvar Alto for Artek, Finland, in natural birch wood with black bentwood seat with venting slots. The laminated birch...
Category
1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Large Expandable Alvar Aalto Wooden Dining Table Model 92, 1940s, Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
This is a beautiful extending table model 92 by Alvar Aalto from 1940s. The body of the table is solid birch. The surface of the table is laminated by oak veneer. An extension leaf t...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch, Oak
Alvar Aalto Fan Leg Dining Table
By Alvar Aalto
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A fantastic Alvar Aalto fan leg dining table. Birchwood with nice patina and grain-very good condition.
Category
1960s Finnish Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Fan Leg Stool X601 Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Karis, Nyland
Model no. X601 is a modernist classic, designed by Alvar Aalto in 1954. This versatile piece is lightweight, yet sturdy and easy to use in both public and private spaces as a stool o...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Ash, Birch, Bentwood
Alvar Aalto Large White Flush Mount 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 Valaisinpaja Oy in Finland in the 1970s. In line with all Aalto furniture and lighting...
Category
1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Metal
Set of 4 Vintage Alvar Aalto Model 66 Chairs by Artek in Laminated Birch, 1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Odense, DK
Set of vintage production model 66 chair by Alvar Aalto made in the 1960s. The chairs are made of laminated birch and black linoleum and have a beautiful glow and patina. Beautifully...
Category
1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto Table Foldable 1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
Alvar Aalto foldable table by Artek in 1960s. In wonderful condition for its age! Birch with white laminate. The bottom of the table is marke...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Laminate, Birch
Alvar Aalto Easy Chair Nr 31 Produced by O.y Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model nr 31 designed by Alvar Aalto. Produced by O.y Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas in Finland.
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto Pair of 400 ‘Tank’ 1936 Lounge Chairs in Fabric and Birch for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto Pair of 400 ‘Tank’ Armchairs in fabric upholstery and lacquered birch for Artek. Designed in 1936. New, current production.
Price noted is for a pair of Tank chairs in f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Alvar Aalto Hat Rack / Coat Hanger in Birch, Model 113, Artek 1940s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
This early 1940s single wall shelf / hat rack model 113 is designed by the Finnish architect Alvar Aalto for artek. This versatile shelf is in stained birch. The 2 triangular panels ...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Metal
Model HB96 Chest of Drawers, Alvar Aalto, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model HB96 chest of drawers, design by Alvar Aalto, 1930s. Birch. Good vintage condition, rich patina and wear consistent with age and use.
Alvar Aalto (1898-1976) is probably the ...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Model 112b Shelf, Alvar Aalto, 1950/1960s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model 112b shelf, designed by Alvar Aalto, 1930/1940s. Birch. Original condition, heavy patina.
Alvar Aalto (1898-1976) is probably the most famous Finnish architect and designer i...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Set of 6 Alvar Aalto 3 Legged Stackable Stools Model 60, Artek 1930s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
These six Alvar Aalto iconic stools from 1930s are beautiful and space saving furniture pieces of timeless design. The legs are mounted directly to the underside of the round seat wi...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto Table & 5 Model 65 Chairs In Birch & Blue Linoleum, Artek 1960s
By Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
A dining set consisting of a L-leg table and 5 model 65 chairs, designed by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Huonekalu- Ja Rakennustehdas Oy, and retailed b...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Laminate, Birch
Alvar Aalto Lounge Chair
By ICF Group, Alvar Aalto
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Alvar Aalto Linen and Beech Lounge Chair in very good original condition! 2nd one available with more wear showing on the seat area of the linen. Later photos are showing the 2nd c...
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1990s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Cotton, Beech
Rare Stool Model 60, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Stool model 60 by Alvar Aalto for Artek from the 1950s. Birch with rare color imitation leather. Good vintage condition, patina and wear consistent with...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Birch
Alvar Aalto 3-Legged Stool Model 60 In Birch and Blue Linoleum, Artek 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Artek stool in birch and blue linoleum, designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Artek in the 1950s. The model 60 stool is perhaps the most well known Aalto design and has always ...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto Writing Table Model K81 in Birch, Artek 1940s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A rare Mid-Century Modern writing desk in full birch model K81 manufactured by Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas for Artek. The minimalist design of the table already designed in the 1...
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
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Alvar Aalto furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Alvar Aalto furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 448 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 8 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Alvar Aalto were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Ilmari Tapiovaara, Oy Stockmann AB, and Yrjö Kukkapuro. Prices for Alvar Aalto furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $113 and can go as high as $80,707, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,662.
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- 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.
- 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.
- 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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