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Alvar Aalto Tables

Many of the most important works by acclaimed Finnish architect and designer Alvar Aalto can be attributed to a single design element: the L-leg. The L-shaped design allowed legs to be attached directly to Aalto’s sophisticated tables and seating, without the need for a connecting joint. This innovation, which he called “the little sister of the architectural column,” characterized the designer’s penchant for simple, easily adaptable furniture pieces, such as the side tables, coffee tables and dining tables he created, which straddled elegance and simplicity.

Developed in partnership with furniture manufacturer Otto Korhonen and patented in 1933, the L-shaped leg — the result of Aalto’s experimentation with bending birchwood, a pioneering technique at the time — would become a hallmark of tables, stools (see his iconic Stool 60), benches and chairs that Aalto designed and produced through his company, Artek, which he cofounded in 1935 with his wife and designer Aino, Maire Gullichsen and Nils-Gustav Hahl. The company quickly found success selling streamlined, modern furniture both in Finland and, thanks to a growing interest in Nordic furniture outside Scandinavia, internationally, including the UK where many early Artek pieces were imported by the company Finmar.

Like much of his furniture, most of Aalto’s tables, especially early models, are constructed either fully or in part with birch, which the designer referred to as a “form-inspiring, deeply human material.” The flexibility of his L-leg design allowed for easily interchangeable combinations of tabletops. It also standardized the design process for multiple shapes, with the same bentwood L-legs attached to round, square or rectangular tops for a variety of table models. This look is a hallmark of Aalto’s style — and, indeed, of mid-century Scandinavian modern design in general. It has been frequently riffed on and copied throughout the ensuing decades, though Artek still produces Aalto’s original designs.

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Creator: Alvar Aalto
Alvar Aalto Tea Trolley / Bar Cart Model 900 for Artek. Birch and Rattan.
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Kansas City, MO
Alvar Aalto iconic Tea Cart 900 produced by Artek. This example is in very good condition with few signs of use. Birch wood frame and rattan basket. Great mid century design. Fun...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Rattan, Birch

Alvar Aalto Vintage Tea Trolley 900 White Ceramic Tiles & Rattan Basket, 1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Odense, DK
Vintage Alvar Aalto tea trolley model 900 made in the 1960s at Artek, Finland. White ceramic tiles and basket of woven rattan cane. The trolley is in very good original condition with no repairs. The tea trolley was inspired by British tea culture, which Aino and Alvar Aalto had become acquainted with though their many travels, as well as by the Japanese woodwork and architecture they admired. The striking Tea Trolley 900...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Ceramic, Rattan, Beech

An Exceptionally Rare Alvar Aalto War-time Joints Small Side table, Artek 1940s
By Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful war-time side table by Alvar Aalto. The patina is in our opinion quite nice and as such deserves to be untouched really. It has some old repairs that tell of its long his...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

Alvar Aalto Side Table 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Espoo, FI
L-legged side table from 1950s designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Artek. The table has beautiful patina of age and original cream white linoleum top. The table is in great c...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

Alvar Aalto Dining Room Set Model DL82 Table & Model 65 Chairs, circa 1940s
By Alvar Aalto, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Alvar Aalto dining room set model DL82 table and 3 pieces of model 65 chairs from the 1950s, manufactured by O.Y. Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas A.B. Birch a...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

Alvar Aalto Tea Trolley 901 by Artek 1940s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab
Located in Espoo, FI
Artek tea cart 901, designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by O.Y. Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas A.B. This trolley is from 1940s. In very good condition for its age, and a wonder...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

Authentic Tea Trolley 901 in Birch by Alvar Aalto & Artek
By Hella Jongerius, Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Glendale, CA
Authentic tea trolley 901 in birch and white laminate by Alvar Aalto & Artek. Alvar Aalto's tea trolleys serve as highly functional and distinctive addit...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

Aino & Alvar Aalto Fodlable Table Model DL82, Birch & Red Linoleum, Artek 1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A petit foldable table model DL82 by Artek in birch with a beautiful red linoleum surface, designed by Aino Aalto and manufactured by Huonekalu-Ja Rakennus työtehdas Oy in the 1930s....
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1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

Alvar Aalto Tea Trolley Model 901 in White and Birch for Artek, 1960s
By Artek, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Alvar Aalto first introduced this model 901 cart in the 1930s. It is the simplest of his cart series. Inspirations of the British tee culture as well as Japanese wood works is eviden...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Laminate, Birch

Alvar Aalto Birch & White Laminate Table 90A and Chair 66 Dining Set for Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Glendale, CA
Alvar Aalto Birch & White Laminate Table 90A and Chair 66 Dining Set for Artek In the late 1920s, architect and designer Alvar Aalto began experimenting with bending wood. In collab...
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2010s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Tables

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Laminate, Birch

Alvar Aalto Tea Trolley 900 Modern Bar Cart
By Alvar Aalto
Located in North York, ON
Alvar Aalto tea trolley 900 Modern bar cart. Iconic Scandinavian modern design by Alvar Aalto. The trolley features ceramic tiles, and a ra...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Ceramic, Rattan, Birch

Alvar Aalto Trolley Model 99, Artek 1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
Serving cart/trolley designed by Alvar Aalto and retailed by his company Artek in Finland in the 1960s. This vintage Scandinavian modern serving trolley, features a minimalist yet hi...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

Dining Set Designed by Alvar Aalto for Finmar Ltd., Finland, 1929
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Dining set designed by Alvar Aalto for Finmar Ltd., Finland, 1929. Birch. Stamped. This rare dining set by the Finish design icon Alvar Aalto is character...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

Alvar Aalto Side Table 1950s-1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
An L-legged side table designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Artek. The table is from the 1950s-60s. The table is stained and in fine used condition.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

Vintage Fan Leg Coffee Table by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage fan leg coffee table by Alvar Aalto for Artek. Excellent original condition, beautiful warm, rich patina. Hand delivery avail to New York City on anywhere enroute from Buffal...
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Plywood

Early Side Table, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1930s
By Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Side table, designed by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1930s. Stained birch frame with oak veneer table top. Good vintage condition, minor patina...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch, Oak

Scandinavian Modern Vintage Squared Birch Side Table Alvar Aalto 1946 Finland
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage square like form side table from plywood and birch dining table or side table by Alvar Aalto designed circa 1946 Finland manufactured circa 1960. A wonder...
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Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch, Plywood

Alvar Aalto Tea Trolley Model 900, White Tiles, Birch & Rattan, Artek 1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
One of the most iconic and sought after pieces designed by Alvar Aalto. This traditional, elegant and pragmatic tea cart is made in the style of Scandinavian modern design. The troll...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Ceramic, Rattan, Birch

aino & alvar aalto 40's K-96
By Alvar Aalto, Aino Aalto
Located in Tomi, Nagano
alvar & aino aalto 40's K-69 desk ,early model, very rear,oliginal condition with great patina
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1930s Finnish Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

aino & alvar aalto 40's K-96
aino & alvar aalto 40's K-96
$7,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Functionalist Desk by Alvar Aalto, Artek, Finland, 1930s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Desk by Alvar Aalto made from birch with original green top. Lovely, clean lines. Neat size, small drawer to the left.
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

Vintage Alvar Aalto ‘Tea Trolley’ Cart 900, Artek Finland, 1960s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Round Rock, TX
Vintage ‘Tea Trolley 900’ cart designed in 1937 by Aino and Alvar Aalto for the World Exhibition in Paris. Increasing difficult to get here in the US, the trolley features a white ...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Ceramic, Rattan, Birch

Alvar Aalto For Finsven Birch Drop-Leaf Dining Table
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This drop-leaf, gatefold birch, dining table was designed by the Finnish designer Alvar Aalto and retailed by Finsven in the late 1940s. This early model has two drop-leaves that can...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

Tea Trolley Model 901 by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland 1990s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Greding, DE
Beech tea trolley with white disc wheels and black shelves.
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1990s Finnish Modern Alvar Aalto Tables

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Wood

Alvar Aalto Table Model DL82 by Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
Artek table model DL82, design by Alvar Aalto. The table has light blue linoleum top. The table is from 1950s, in original condition, in really good shape and has beautiful patina of...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

Alvar Aalto Coffee Table, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Alvar Aalto coffee table, manufactured by Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1930s. Stained birch. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. Alvar Aalto...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

Set of 3 Early Round Nesting Side Occasional Tables by Alvar Aalto Mid Century
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 3 Early Round Nesting Side Occasional Tables by Alvar Aalto Mid Century
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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

alvar aalto 1930's 907 coffee table finmar tag
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tomi, Nagano
1930's Alvar Aalto 907 table finmar tag.orijinal condition & great patina.
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1930s Finnish Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

Alvar & Aino Aalto Dining Table with Lazy Susan Model 91 & a91, Finmar, 1933
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Uxbridge, GB
This Alvar & Aino Aalto Dining Table with Lazy Susan is a remarkable example of early twentieth century modernist design, blending functionality and elegance in one striking piece. D...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch, Plywood

Early Alvar Aalto for Artek Birch and Black Laminate Stool 60
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Garnerville, NY
A good and early example by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Sweden bentwood birch and black laminate Stool 60. Circa 1950. Fully signed on the bottom with ink stamp, Aalto Design, Artek, Made...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Laminate, Birch, Bentwood

Early Alvar Aalto for Finmar Table
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Atlanta, GA
Early bentwood side table, designed by Alvar Aalto for Finmar, Finland, circa 1940s. Classic example of Danish modern design.
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Beech

alvar aalto nest table 88 40's for FInsven
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tomi, Nagano
size W76 × D42 × H62 cm W66 × D42 × H55 cm W57 × D42 × H48 cm nesting table desingned by ALVAR AALTO. Made in Hedemora in Sweden during WW2.And For Finsven that made for comp...
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1930s Finnish Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

Mid-Century Bentwood Stacking Tables By Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stunning embodiment of functional beauty and minimalist design. Renowned for his innovative approach to furniture, Alvar Aalto's creation is perfect for both modern and traditional interiors, seamlessly blending form and function. Perfect as side tables, coffee tables, or accent pieces, the Alvar Aalto Stacking Tables...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Tables

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Wood

Rare Dining Set with Table and Four Chairs by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare dining set in patinated masur birch. Dining table (model 91) and four chairs (model 611). Maker Huonekalutehdas Korhonen Oy. Table size 125 cm diameter.
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

Finnish modern wood, wicker Cart Tea Trolley 900 by Alvar AAlto for Artek, 1970s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in MIlano, IT
Finnish modern wood, wicker Cart Tea Trolley 900 by Alvar AAlto for Artek, 1970s Cart mod. Tea Trolley 900 in light wood, wicker and white ceramic. The rec...
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1970s Finnish Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Ceramic, Wicker, Wood

Table designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1970s, lacquered birch
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Table designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1970s. Lacquered birch and laminate. Alvar Aalto was a Finnish architect and designer. His work includes architecture, furniture, ...
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Laminate, Birch, Lacquer

Alvar Aalto large coffee low table, Artek c 1970s, birch with white laminate top
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in London, GB
Alvar Aalto, Finland (designer) Coffee Table Originally designed c. 1933, this example produced by Artek, Finland, c. 1970s. Birch and white laminate L 120 cm W 80 cm, H 56 cm Ver...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Modern Alvar Aalto Tables

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Laminate, Birch

alvar aalto 50's gray linoleum table
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tomi, Nagano
alvar aalto 50's gray linoleum table . original condition and great patina.
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1930s Finnish Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

alvar aalto 50's gray linoleum table
alvar aalto 50's gray linoleum table
$1,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Alvar & Aino Aalto - Table Top Lazy Susan Karelian Birch Model a91 c1933
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Uxbridge, GB
This Alvar & Aino Aalto Lazy Susan, crafted from exquisite Karelian birch, epitomises early 20th century modernism with its clean, functional form and timeless elegance. Designed in ...
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Early 20th Century Finnish Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch, Plywood

alvar aalto 60's blue linoleum table
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tomi, Nagano
alvar aalto 60's blue linoleum table . original condition and great patina.
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1930s Finnish Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

Iconic + Rare Early Edition Bar Cart by Alvar + Aino Aalto for Artek, 1936
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Chicago, IL
An earlier edition of the Alvar and Aino Aalto Tea Trolled for Artek. Using new technology to bend birch wood, the dynamic design duo created a heritage piece that has stood the test...
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1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Wood

Functionalist Birch Desk by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking desk by Alvar Aalto, made from birch in a compact functionalist design. Drawers to the right and a filing cabinet to the left with a jalousie door. Ink spots inside the t...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

Alvar Aalto Bedside Table for Paimio Sanatorium
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tomi, Nagano
Alvar aalto design bed side table for paimio sanatorium It is original paint and mark. it was actually used in paimio sanatorium.
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1930s Finnish Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Iron

1939 World's Fair Finnish Pavilion Coffee Table by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An important piece designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek placed at the Finnish Pavillion at the 1939 World's Fair. The table has a solid teak top on laminated maple legs, it retains it's...
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Alvar Aalto Tables

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Teak

Alvar Aalto, Birch Serving Trolley, Model 98/901, Designed 1935, Finmar Label
By Finmar, Alvar Aalto
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Alvar Aalto, model 98/901 serving trolley, for tea or drinks, designed in 1935 this is an early original example, bearing Finmar Ltd label, in birch plywood...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch, Paint

Alvar Aalto White 81A Table
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in London, GB
Created by iconic Finnish designer Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Artek, this table is an excellent example of midcentury design. Designed in the 1930s, this table boasts Aalto's si...
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1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Laminate, Birch

Alvar Aalto Teal Top Table 83
By Alvar Aalto
Located in London, GB
This striking table by Alvar Aalto exemplifies the Finnish master's signature blend of functional modernism and organic warmth. Designed with Aalto's characteristic focus on human-ce...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Tables

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Plywood

Mid-Century Modern Trolley 901 by Alvar Aalto, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern trolley 901 by Alvar Aalto, 1950s.
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1950s Finnish Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Wood

A Pair Of Vintage Alvar Aalto Fan Leg Stools ca' 1970'sq
By Alvar Aalto
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic pair of three-legged "fan" leg stools by Alvar Aalto. Purchased in the 1970's. ICF labels-this pair has a nice vintage patina.
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

1950s Alvar & Aino Aalto for Artek Children's Coffee Table w/ Top, Model 81B
By Artek, Alvar Aalto, Aino Aalto
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a child’s table (or can be used as a coffee table), model 81B, designed by Aino and Alvar Aalto for Artek in 1933. It was manufactured in Finland circa 1950s. The piece is ...
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1950s Finnish Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

Alvar Aalto, tea trolley c. 1936
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Paris, FR
Alvar Aalto, Tea trolley n°98 c. 1936-39 Pine and cork. Manifactured by Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Turku, Finland H 56 cm x W 90cm x D 50 cm
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1930s Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Cork, Pine

Alvar Aalto Extra Large Dining Table, circa 1960
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Dining table designed by Alvar Aalto, circa 1960 Special commission, unique piece of measure: 246 x 140 x73 cm Wood legs and structure. In original condition, with minor wear consi...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Wood

Tea Trolley 900 by Alvar Aalto for Artek (Early Model)
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Centreville, VA
The tea trolley was inspired by British tea culture, which Aino and Alvar Aalto had become acquainted with though their many travels, as well as by the Japanese woodwork...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Tables

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Bentwood, Ceramic, Rattan

Alvar Aalto Y805C Table by Artek 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
Artek Y805C glass table, designed by Alvar Aalto. The table is old, probably from the 1950s, and shows the old joints. Good used condition and a wonderful patina.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch, Glass

1950s Alvar and Aino Aalto for Artek Tea Cart 900 in Birch and Rattan
By Alvar Aalto, Aino Aalto, Artek
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original ‘Tea Trolley 900’ Modern Cart, designed in 1937 by Aino and Alvar Aalto for the World Exhibition in Paris. The Aalto’s use of Finnish b...
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1950s Finnish Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Rattan, Birch

Fan Leg Side Table, Model X601, in Birch and Leather by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Dorchester, MA
Alvar Aalto designed his innovative Fan Leg series of tables for Artek in 1954. This small table, model X601, was produced in the mid-1950s. It features a distinctive five-section fa...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Leather, Birch

Alva Alato Table Red Lacquer Table Top, 1930
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Hamburg, DE
Very early desk, writing table by Alva Aalto, circa 1930, red lacquer tabletop, birch, bentwood, table size 182 cm x 90 cm x 72 cm.
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1930s Finnish Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch, Bentwood

Set of 4 Alvar Aalto Round Birch Bent Leg Nesting Tables c.1950s Made in Sweden
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 4 Alvar Aalto round birch bent leg nesting tables c.1950s made in Sweden. Super clean antique condition.
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

Alvar Aalto Nesting Table Set Model E88 in Birch and Oak, Artek, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
The perfect practical side table for any scandinavian or modern interior, especially with challenging spaces as you can save space with the nesting tables. The measurments are 60x35...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch, Oak

Alvar Aalto 153A Bench for Artek in Black Lacquer
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Glendale, CA
Alvar Aalto 153A Bench for Artek in Black Lacquer. Originally designed in 1945 and produced by its original manufacturer, Artek of Finland. This bench i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Tables

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Birch

Tea trolley 901, Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Paris, FR
Very nice vintage condition for this iconic tea trolley. Height 56 cm, 60x88 cm
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20th Century Scandinavian Alvar Aalto Tables

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Wood

Alvar Aalto tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Alvar Aalto tables 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 tables, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original tables 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 tables by Ilmari Tapiovaara, Aino Aalto, and Tapio Wirkkala. Prices for Alvar Aalto tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $600 and can go as high as $80,707, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,831.
Questions About Alvar Aalto Tables
  • 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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