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Alvar Aalto Lighting

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 Ceiling Lamp "Turnip" Model A333 in Red, Valaistustyö 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö
Located in Helsinki, FI
As Alvar Aalto often took his inspiration from his surrounding nature, this design creates an eye-pleasing experience and is inspired by a turnip. In addition to the organic shape, t...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Alvar Aalto Angel Wing Floor Lamp Artek A805 Valaisinpaja Oy
By Alvar Aalto, Valaisinpaja Oy
Located in Espoo, FI
Alvar Aalto Angel Wing floor lamp model A805 manufactured by Valaisinpaja Oy. The lamp is in really good condition. Valaisinpaja sticker on the shade.
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1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Alvar Aalto, Model A335B for Valaistustyö
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Berlin, DE
Designed by Alvar Aalto in the 1950s, this pendant lamp is a classic example of Scandinavian design. The layered, dome-shaped shade creates soft, diffused light, making it perfect fo...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal

Alvar Aalto, Model A334 for Valaistustyö
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Berlin, DE
This is a rare ceiling lamp, designed by Alvar Aalto, known as Model A334. It was created around 1950 for the Finnish lighting manufacturer Valaistustyö. The lamp features Aalto’s si...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal

Ceiling Lamp in White Painted Metal by Alvar Aalto, 1950's
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in White Painted Metal by Alvar Aalto, 1950's Additional Information: Material: White painted metal Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by Cariitti Oy in Finland ...
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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal

Natural White Alvar Aalto Ceiling Lamp for Stora Enso Headquarters, Idman 1960s
By Idman Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
This lamp is perfect for Kitchens, counter tops, window fronts, or as lighting for painting walls. It can even be used on the outside balcony for example...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal

Rare Alvar Aalto ceiling lamp model A334 for Valaistustyö, circa 1950.
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Iconic and rare pendant light model A 334 designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö which is the first edition of those lights that are not produced anymore. The lamp is made in laque...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Brass, Iron

Set of 2 Alvar Aalto A110 Hand Grenade Pendant Lamps in Black with Brass Detail
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Very nice sleek hanging lamp designed by Alvar Aalto for the building of the Finnish Engineers Association and the council chamber of the town hall of Säynätsalo. The lamp with model...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Set of 8 Alvar Aalto Hand Grenade Brass Pendants from 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö, Louis Poulsen
Located in Turku, FI
A very stylish and rare set of "Hand Grenade" ceiling lamps, designed by Finnish architect and designer Alvar aalto. The hand grenade is one of Alvar Aalto's most iconic lamps ever ...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Brass

Alvar Aalto Floor Lamp Model A808 In Brass, Valaistustyö Oy 1950s
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Floor lamp model A808 designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Valaistustyö in Finland in the late 50s- early 60s. The lamp has a futuristic Sci-Fi vibe with the light coming thro...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Brass

Alvar Aalto Ceiling Lamp Model A335B, Brass & White metal, Valaistustyö 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö
Located in Helsinki, FI
As Alvar Aalto often took his inspiration from his surrounding nature, this layered design creates an eye-pleasing experience and is also inspired from the beehive, even though the b...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, Brass

A808 Floor Lamp by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 2000s. Made in Finland. Leather wrapped with brass shell.
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Early 2000s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Brass

Alvar Aalto Floor Lamp Model A809 in White and Black Leather, Valaistustyö 1960s
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Alvar Aalto floor lamp model A809 made by Valaistustyö in the 1960s. This lamp has three white metal cone shaped shades. The shades consist of concentric slats allowing light to go a...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Artek A331 Black Metal Beehive Pendant Light by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in London, GB
The Artek A331 Black Metal Beehive Pendant Light by renowned Finnish architect Alvar Aalto is a statement of timeless elegance and innovative design. Cra...
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20th Century Finnish Modern Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Aluminum, Steel

Alvar Aalto A335B Pendant, Valaisinpaja Oy, 1952
By Alvar Aalto, Valaisinpaja Oy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful pendant light, model A335 B by Alvar Aalto, in brass and white enameled metal, with original metal canopy and white bottom rim, early example by original manufacture Valais...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Angel wing édition artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Paris, FR
Hand-riveted, white-painted metal slats. Black leather-covered tube and base. Polished brass or nickel-plated brass top. The A805 floor lamp is characterized by the thin strips of ha...
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Late 20th Century European Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal

Alvar Aalto, Original Production Large Size Beehive Lamp, Valaistustyo Ky, 1953
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Alvar Aalto (Finnish 1898-1976) Beehive Pendant Light, model A332 constructed from six dark blue enamelled aluminium bands with pierced polished brass mounts to diffuse the light sta...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Aluminum, Brass

An Alvar Aalto Floor Lamp A810 for Valaisinpaja, 1970s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek, Valaisinpaja Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Floor lamp model A810 designed by Alvar Aalto, retailed by Artek and manufactured by Valaisinpaja Oy in Finland in the 1970s. This is one of the iconic Aalto lamps and it's in a very...
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Pair of Alvar Aalto Brass & Black Hand Grenade Pendants A110, Valaistustyö 1950s
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
The hand grenade is one of Alvar Aalto's most iconic lamps, with its nickname derived from the resemblance with the hand grenade. The model number is A110, but is usually seen in pai...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Brass, Metal

Alvar Aalto Triple Angel Wing Floor Lamp, model A809, Valaistustyo Finland 1950s
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
“Angel Wing” floor lamp designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö, Finland circa 1956. Rare triple head version, model A809, stamped by the original maker, Valaistustyo, to collar of ...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Brass, Steel

Alvar Aalto Ceiling Lamp Model. A605 in White & Brass, Valaistustyö 1950s
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
A ceiling pendant model A605 (The smaller version of the A622.) designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Valaistustyö in Finland in the 1950s. In line with all Aalto furniture and...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Early Alvar Aalto A332 Beehive Pendant in White & Brass, Valaistustyö 1950s
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
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 m...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Brass 'Kultakello' Model A 330 'Golden Bell' Pendant by Alvar Aalto
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Utrecht, NL
Model A330 is the more complex variation of the popular and more simple model A330S / 'The Golden Bell” that was originally designed in 1936 by Alvar Aalto and his wife Aaino for the...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Brass

Alvar Aalto "A115 Hand Grenade" Ceiling Pendant Lamp by Valaistustyö Oy, 1950s
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare white mid century ceiling lamp pendant model "A115 / Hand Grenade" with a linen fabric shade by Alvar Aalto produced by Valaistustyö Oy in Finland, 1950s. In good original ...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal

Alvar Aalto A805 “Angel Wing” Floor Lamp for Valaistustyö, 1954
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Alvar Aalto A805 “Angel Wing” floor lamp for Valaistustyö, brass, iron and leather, Finland, 1954. The Alvar Aalto A805 “Angel Wing” floor lamp is an iconic mid-century modern piece...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Brass, Metal

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...
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal

Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö Ky ‘A704’ Table Lamp in Leather
By Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö Ky, desk lamp, model ‘A704’, enameled steel, enameled aluminum, leather-bound metal, Finland, 1954 This table lamp model ‘A704’ is designed by Finnish...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, Enamel

Wall Light A910 by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Centreville, VA
This timeless and elegant design is popular in both public buildings and private homes. With structural echoes of Alvar Aalto’s other lighting designs, its shade consists of thin m...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Steel

Alvar Aalto, Floor Lamp, model A808, Valaistustyö, Finland, 1950s, brass/leather
By Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Early floor lamp, model A808, designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Valaistustyö, Finland 1950s. The layered brass shade with internal white enamelled metal diffuser and pul...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Model A110 Pendant, Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö Ab, 1950s
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model A110 pendant light, designed by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Valaistustyö Ab, 1950s. Painted metal with brass details. Good vintage condition, min...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Pendant by Alvar Aalto for Valaistostyo
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant designed by Alvar Aalto to Valaistostyo Ky, Finland. Model A-203, Circa 1950th. Lacquered metal with brass elements. Stamped by manufacturer. Existing wires, rewiring avai...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal

Alvar Aalto A337 Flush Mount, Valaisinpaja Oy, 1950
By Valaisinpaja Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful 'Flying Saucer' Model A337, ceiling flush mount lamp by Alvar Aalto, early example by original manufacture Valaisinpaja Oy, Finland, circa 1953, labelled with manufacture's...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, 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 manufactured by Valaistustyö Ky, Finland 1955. In completely original condition with unpo...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Brass

Pair of Alvar Aalto Commissioned Wall Lamps in White & Brass, Valaistustyö 1950s
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
This model wall lamp was originally modified from a similar looking ceiling lamp. It was mostly used in public buildings that Alvar Aalto designed. For example, these wall lamps can...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Alvar Aalto Angel Wing Floor Lamp A805 White, Brass & Leather Valaisinpaja 1980s
By Valaisinpaja Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
This lamp is a legendary Alvar Aalto design and one of his finest creations. It was first designed in 1954 for the Social Insurance Institution of Finland. The name of course comes f...
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1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Alvar Aalto Ceiling light Model B 335 Designed for Valaisinpaja Oy, Finland
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceiling light model B 335 designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaisinpaja Oy. The lamp creates a warm, diffuse light when switched on, a result of the ingenious design that features several rows of perforated steel rings. The bottom ring is pierced powder coated aluminum shade Included in page 494 from “1000 Lights 1878 to 1959” (vol.1) from Taschen vintage retro Scandinavian...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal

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 original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful p...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Brass

Pair of ceiling lamps 'Beehive' model A332 designed by Alvar Aalto, 1952, Red
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of ceiling lamps ‘Beehive’ model A332 designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyo, Finland, 1952. Painted aluminum and polished brass. Stamped. H: 30 c...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Aluminum, Brass

alvar aalto pendant lamp A337 Valaisinpaja Oy
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tomi, Nagano
alvar aalto design A337. It often called Flying Saucer. Warm light spreading like ripples.
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1970s Finnish Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Aluminum

Alvar Aalto Mid-Century Ceiling Pendant Lamp
By Alvar Aalto
Located in New York, NY
Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) Mid-Century Modern white enameled aluminum hanging ceiling pendant lamp with concentric circle design. Provenance: From a Rye, N.Y. collection. Dea...
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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Aluminum

Alvar Aalto, 1950's floor lamp A808, Valaistustyö, Finland
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Introducing the Alvar Aalto circa 1950's floor lamp A808, a timeless piece of vintage design manufactured by Valaistustyö in Finland. The iconic finish design by Alvar Aalto is sure ...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Brass

Alvar Aalto Floor Lamp, Model A811, Valaistustyö, Finland 1950s
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Alvar Aalto model A811 floor lamp, produced by Valaistustyö, Finland 1950s. This original floor lamp has a white painted metal louvred shade on a brass neck extending into a leather...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Alvar Aalto Table Lamp Model A704 in White and Black Leather, Valaistustyö 1950s
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
This table lamp model A704 was designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Valaistustyö in the 1950s. Viljo Hirvonen and Alvar Aalto started their work...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal

Rare Alvar Aalto Adjustable Wall Lamp in Brass
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Copenhagen, DK
ALVAR AALTO & VALAISTUTYO - SCANDINAVIAN MODERN A rare wall light in brass by Alvar Aalto. The light is a version of the Classic Alvar Aalto Golden bell model A 3305 pendant. Origi...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Brass

Alvar Aalto for Idman Pair Of Metal Ceiling Lamps, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Idman
Located in Prague, New Town
Pair of metal ceiling lamps designed by Alvar Aalto for Idman in Finland, 1950s. The lamps feature the original manufacturer’s stamp. Date of manufacture: 1950s Origin: Finland Mat...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal

Rare early Alvar Aalto 'Double Angel Wing' Floor Lamp, model A810, Valaistustyo
By Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
This is rare early Double Angel Wing floor lamp was designed by Alvar Aalto in 1959 and produced by Valaistystyo Ky, Helsinki, who were the first manufacturers of the lamp. The icon...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Vintage Flush Mount Light by Alvar Aalto for Idman, Finland, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Idman
Located in Stockholm, SE
Flush mount ceiling lamp by Alvar Aalto, in a sleek design. Two cylinder shaped lamp shades mounted on a white lacquered metal rectangle that is mounted to the ceiling.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal

Ceiling lamp, model A203, designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö, Finland
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceiling lamp, model A203, designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö, Finland, 1940s. Lacquered metal and brass. H: 123 cm / 4' 1/4'' Height of pendant: 20 cm / 8'' W: 68.5 cm / 2' 3...
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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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 metal and brass. H: 123 cm / 4' 1/4'' Height of pendant: 20 cm / 8'' W: 68.5 cm / 2' 3...
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Vintage Flush Mount Light by Alvar Aalto for Idman, Finland, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Idman
Located in Stockholm, SE
Flush mount ceiling lamp by Alvar Aalto, in a sleek design. Five lamp shades with vertical lamellas, mounted on a white lacquered metal rectangle that is mounted directly to the ceil...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal

Alvar Aalto Ceiling Lamp A622b - Early Version - Valaistustyö Ky Finland 1950s
By Artek, Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
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 Lighting

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Steel

Alvar Aalto Model A808 Brass Floor Lamp
By Alvar Aalto, Valaisinpaja Oy
Located in Madrid, ES
The A808 lamp was designed by Alvar Aalto in 1955 for the National Pensions Institute of Helsinki. This floor lamp has been manufactured by Valaisinpaja Oy, Finland in circa 1970s. T...
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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Brass, Steel

White Alvar Aalto Commissioned Ceiling Lamp for Enso-Gutzeit Oy, Idman 1960s
By Idman Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
This commissioned ceiling lamp is designed by architect Alvar Aalto for the conference room of the Finnish forest industry company Enso-Gutzeit Oy in 1960s. It has a simple form yet ...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Floor Lamp by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Alvar Aalto standard floor lamp, model A809, Artek. Finland, 1959. Enameled steel, brass, and leather. Provenance: Private Collection Literature: Alvar Aalto: Designer, Lahti, pg. 107 Alvar & Aino Aalto...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Brass, Steel

Alvar Aalto A330s White Metal and Brass Wall Light for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Glendale, CA
Alvar Aalto A330s white metal and brass wall light for Artek. Designed as a pendant in 1937, this iconic lamp has since remained in near constant production by its original manufacturer, Artek of Finland. This newly customized wall lamp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Alvar Aalto Angel Wing Floor Lamp in White & Leather A805, Valaistustyö 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö
Located in Helsinki, FI
One of the most iconic lamps by Alvar Aalto, this impressive “Angel Wing” lamp was designed by Aalto in 1954 for the National Pensions Institute in Hel...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Alvar Aalto A330s Polished Brass Wall Light for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Glendale, CA
Alvar aalto A330s polished brass wall light for Artek. Designed as a pendant in 1937, this iconic lamp has since remained in near constant production...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Alvar Aalto A330s Chrome Wall Light Light for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Glendale, CA
Alvar Aalto A330s chrome wall light light for Artek. Designed as a pendant in 1937, this iconic lamp has since remained in near constant production b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Lighting

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Chrome, Metal

Alvar Aalto lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Alvar Aalto lighting are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Alvar Aalto lighting, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 72 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 4 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original lighting 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 lighting by Tapio Wirkkala, Ilmari Tapiovaara, and Stockmann-Orno . Prices for Alvar Aalto lighting can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $800 and can go as high as $43,272, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $8,322.
Questions About Alvar Aalto Lighting
  • 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 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 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.

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