Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Finnish, 1914-1999
During the mid-20th century, Finnish furniture designer Ilmari Tapiovaara worked with pine, teak and his country’s native birch to create sleek and sculptural chairs, dining room tables and bookcases in the Scandinavian modern style. Tapiovaara’s areas of expertise expanded beyond furniture to include interior architecture, wooden sculptures, film posters and cutlery.
After completing his studies at the Central School of Applied Arts in Helsinki, Tapiovaara embarked on a design career that would envelop his entire life. As a young man, Tapiovaara idolized revered architect and furniture designer Alvar Aalto — whom, with his wife, Aino Aalto, cofounded Artek, the company that would eventually manufacture the majority of Tapiovaara’s creations. The budding designer had one of Aalto’s chairs in his apartment while he was a student. After graduating, he worked as an assistant in an office at Le Corbusier, then as a designer and artistic director at Asko.
By 1951, Tapiovaara and his wife, Annikki, had established their own studio. A few years previous, the pair had designed the now-legendary Domus chair while creating interiors and furnishings for a new student housing complex in Helsinki. Made of molded plywood and easily stackable, the ergonomic Domus chair, with its slender form, featured a modest silhouette — its lightweight structure allowed for easy exporting, and iconic mid-century modern furniture manufacturer Knoll added a low-backed version to its offerings in the early 1950s. (It was marketed as the Finn chair in the United States.)
Tapiovaara went on to design pieces for Pihlgren ja Ritola and Santa and Cole. His experience earned him teaching positions at the Institute of Applied Arts, the Helsinki University of Technology and the Illinois Institute of Technology. While in Chicago for the latter, he worked in the office of Mies van der Rohe.
Tapiovaara centered his passion for design on social responsibility. He wanted his creations to be accessible to everyone, which was the concept behind his democratic approach. In Finland’s postwar era, the goal was exemplary, affordable designs. With this in mind, he created products such as stackable chairs and “knock-down” pieces packed flat, so they shipped efficiently and cost less.
An influential champion of his profession, he spent two decades as a United Nations ambassador, working to improve design’s contribution to society. His lasting, collectible furniture is a testament to the designer’s goal to create humane, radiant and intimate spaces. The United Nations project included traveling to Paraguay to create much-needed furniture. A similar project followed in Mauritius.
Tapiovaara’s success as an industrial and mass producer of everyday furniture was widely recognized and awarded. He received six gold medals for his chairs alone at the Milan Triennials. He also accepted a Good Design award, the Finnish State Design Award, a prize from the Finnish Culture Foundation and the Furniture Prize of the SIO Interior Architects’ Association of Finland.
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Creator: Ilmari Tapiovaara
Mid-Century Modern Extendable Dining Table by Llmari Tapiovaara, Finland, 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern extendable dining table by llmari Tapiovaara, Finland, 1950s.
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1950s Finnish Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Wood
Ilmari Tapiovaara Tale Stool with Form-Pressed Plywood Seat, Asko 1950s
By Asko, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Helsinki, FI
A stuningly beautiful stool with a very aerodynamic look that it gives a flying seat illusion. As is the case with most of Tapiovaara's stools, this one is also 3-legged as it is nev...
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1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Birch, Plywood
White Ilmari Tapiovaara Maya The Bee Floor Lamp, Hienoteräs for Asko, 1950s
By Hienoterä, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Helsinki, FI
A Beautiful and large version of the Maya The Bee (Maija Mehiläinen) floor lamp by Ilmari Tapiovaara, one of the leading interior architects and furniture designers in Finland. This ...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Metal, Aluminum, Steel
Rare Ilmari Tapiovaara Congo Lounge Chair
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Hagafors Stolfabrik 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara, manufactured by Hagafors, Sweden. Solid wood construction with black lacquer. Newley upholstered in blue leather.
Two part knock down construction. Ne...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Wood
Mademoiselle Lounge Chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara for ASKO 1960s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Hannover, DE
Lounge chair by finnish star designer Ilmari Tapiovaara for the manufacturer ASKO.
Model name: Mademoiselle firstly designed in 1956.
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Birch
Ilmari Tapiovaara, Pirrka Stool, Pine, Finland, 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered pine "Pirrka" stool designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara and produced by Laukaan Puu, Finland, 1950s.
dimensions: 16.625” H x 17.125” W x 14” D
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Pine
Ilmari Tapiovaara ‘Pirkka’ Bench 180cm for Artek
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Tilburg, NL
Ilmari Tapiovaara ‘Pirkka’ Bench for Artek. Designed in 1955. New, current production.
Crafted entirely from solid wood, the Pirkka Bench combines a birc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Wood
Ilmari Tapiovaara, Stool Model Pirkka, Designed for Laukaan Puu, 1957
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pirkka stool by Ilmari Tapiovaara. Designed for Laukaan Puu in 1957.
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Wood
Ilmari Tapiovaara, "Maija the Bee" floor lamp, Hienoteräs, Finland c. 1950's
By Hienoterä, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Ilmari Tapiovaara, a 'Maija the Bee' floor lamp for Asko/Hienoteräs. White louvered shade, shaft partly covered with rattan in original condition. Wear consistent with age and use
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Brass, Metal
Mid-Century Bookcase by Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantu, 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Bookcase by Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantu, 1950s
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Brass
Model Aslak Chairs, Ilmari Tapiovaara, Asko, 1960s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Asko
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model Aslak chairs, designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara, manufactured by Asko, 1960s. Six pieces in total, sold separately. Birch frame, red faux leather seats. Good vintage condition, pat...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Faux Leather, Birch
Ilmari Tapiovaara, Stool, Pine, Finland, 1950s
By Laukaan Puu, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and black-painted wood stool designed by Ilmari Tapivaara and produced by Laukaan Puu OY, Finland, c. 1950s.
Seat height: 13"
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Pine
Ilmari Tapiovaara, Wilman Side Chair, Birch, Finland, 1956
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in High Point, NC
A birch and birch plywood "Wilman" side chair designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara and produced by Wilh. Schauman Ltd., Finland, c. 1956.
Provenance: Collection of Ilmari Tapiovaara.
Over...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Birch
Mid-Century Early Pirkka Dining Table by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu, 60s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Hamburg, DE
Formerly original Pirkka dining table by Laukaan Puu after a design by Ilmari Tapiovaara from the 1950s.
An original tapiovaara from the time and no current replica. The design comb...
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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Wood
Ilmari Tapiovaara, Lounge Chair, Chrome, Fabric, Finland, 1970
By J.Merivaara, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in High Point, NC
A chrome-plated metal and beige fabric "Kiki Moka" lounge chair designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara and produced by Merivaara Ltd, Finland, c. 1970s.
Provenance: Collection of Ilmari Tapio...
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Chrome
Ilmari Tapiovaara Round Walnut Teak Wood Coffee Table, circa 1960
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Vienna, AT
Wenge wood table with, France, circa 1960.
Mid-century table from walnut and teak. It's composed of a cross shaped base with five a-symmetrical feet. Beautifully designed with a d...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Teak, Walnut
Ilmari Tapiovaara, Pair of "Pirkka", Lacquered and Solid Pine, Finland, 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of early production modernist "Pirkka" stools. Designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara, and produced by Laukaan Puu, Finland, 1950s.
With manufacturers stamp. In finely sculpted organ...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Pine
Set of 3 Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko Red Vinyl Upholstered "Caribe" Bar Stools
By Asko, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 3 Mid-Century (1950/60s) finished metal and burgundy vinyl upholstered "Caribe" bar stools with low backrest, curved seat, pierced foot support and signature machine textured ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Metal
Large Low Pine Coffee Table by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Pu, Finland, 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Den Haag, NL
Rare large low pine coffee table by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Pu, Finland, 1950s.
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Pine
Ilmari Tapiovaara 'Maija' Floor Lamp in Brass and White for Santa & Cole
By Santa & Cole, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Glendale, CA
Ilmari Tapiovaara 'Maija' floor lamp in brass and white for Santa & Cole
Founded in 1985 in Barcelona, Santa & Cole produces iconic pieces by such luminaries as llmari Tapiovaara, Miguel Milá and other European icons with a commitment to faithfully re-edition their legendary designs with uncompromising attention to detail, materials and craftsmanship.
The 'Maija' floor lamp, designed in 1955 by Ilmari Tapiovaara, was inspired from typical Baltic cities, where public lighting was scarce and instead streets were illuminated by light streaming through the window shades...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Metal, Brass
Ilmari Tapiovaara, mid-century modern coat rack, Finland
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Introducing the Ilmari Tapiovaara mid-century modern coat rack, a vintage beauty that adds a touch of timeless elegance to any hallway or entryway. Crafted from solid wood, this coat...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Birch
Set of Three "Pirkka" Stools by Ilmari Tapiovaara, Artek, Finland, 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Artek
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of three stools by Ilmari Tapiovaara, from the furniture line “Pirkka”. Cool, rounded design with pine seats and black lacquered legs.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Pine
Ilmari Tapiovaara Set of 3 Stacking Rare Wilman Chairs Scandinavian Modern
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Set of 3 rare stackable Wilman chairs designed in 1956 by renowned Finnish designer, Ilmari Tapiovaara, and manufactured in Finland by Wilhelm Schauman Fanerfabrik.
These innovative...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Wood, Paint
Black "Mademoiselle" Chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko, Finland, 1960
By Asko, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Almelo, NL
Black "Mademoiselle" Chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko, Finland, 1960
These lounge chairs were designed by the renowned Finnish designer Ilmari Tapiovaara for the esteemed furnit...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Beech
Ilmari Tapiovaara Floor Lamp Maya the Bee, White & Rattan, Hienoteräs Asko 1950s
By Hienoterä, Ilmari Tapiovaara, Asko
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful version of the "Maya the Bee " (Maija Mehiläinen) floor lamp by Ilmari Tapiovaara, one of the leading interior architects and furniture designers in Finland. This series ...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Aluminum, Brass
Ilamari Tapiovaara Swiveling Stool / Chair
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Dallas, TX
A swiveling stool / chair with patinated base and original leather upholstery. Designed by Ilamari Tapiovaara.
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1960s Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Leather
Congo Chair in Birch by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko, Finland, 1960s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Hellouw, NL
Nice Congo chair in Birch by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko 1960s. This smart construction consists of two parts that are put together without any screws and can be easily shipped or sto...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Birch
Teak Dining Table by Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Cantù, 1960s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Rovereta, Repubblica di San Marino
Teak dining table by Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Cantù, 1960s.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Teak
Scandinavian Modern Vintage Black Brown Wood Rocking Chair Ilmari Tapiovaara
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Asko
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage rocking chair from teak in brown and black color by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko, Finland 1950s Finland.
An amazing vintage rocking chair in sleek design i...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Teak
Mid-Century Rocking Chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko, 1960s
By Asko, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Uccle, BE
Mid-Century Rocking Chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko, 1960s
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Wood
Coat Rack, Ilmari Tapiovaara, Keravan Puuteollisuus Oy, 1940/1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Keravan Puuteollisuus Oy
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Coat Rack, designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara, manufactured by Keravan Puuteollisuus Oy, 1940/1950s. Birch. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.
Yrjö Ilmari...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Birch
A Tapio Wirkkala Adjustable Floor Lamp K10-11 in White and Brass, Idman 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
This example of the iconic Tapio Wirkkala floor lamp manufactured and stamped by Idman, retains all original parts and is in beautiful condition. The lamp has only been rewired. Othe...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Brass, Metal
Vintage serving cart by Ilmari Tapiovaara
By Keravan Puuteollisuus Oy, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cool serving trolley by Ilmari Tapiovaara, made from birch. Small wheels, sled legs. Table top lacquered lipstick red.
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Birch
Ilmari Tapiovaara Model Lukki Stool for Artek Celebration Model, 2015
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Artek
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Ilmari Tapiovaara model Lukki stool for Artek, celebration model. Birch, beech and steel. Good vintage condition, minor wear consistent with age and use.
Ilmari Tapiovaara design...
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2010s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Steel
“Pirkka” Coffee Table by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu, Finland, 1950
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This is an eye-catching wooden coffee table designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara, manufactured by Laukaan Puu in Finland around 1950.
It is made of two different tones of wood. The base ...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Wood
Ilmari Tapiovaara White & Rattan Floor Lamp Maya the Bee, Hienoteräs, Asko 1950s
By Asko, Ilmari Tapiovaara, Hienoterä
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful version of the "Maya the Bee " (Maija Mehiläinen) floor lamp by Ilmari Tapiovaara, one of the leading interior architects and furniture design...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Aluminum, Brass
Mid-Century Pirkka Stool by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Hamburg, DE
Original Pirkka Stool from Laukaan Puu after a design by Ilmari Tapiovaara from the 1950s. This is an original Tapiovaara … Read more Original Pirkka Stool from Laukaan Puu after a d...
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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Wood
Mid-Century Pirkka Couch Table by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu, 1960s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Hamburg, DE
Original Pirkka coffee table by Laukaan Puu according to a design by Ilmari Tapiovaara from the 1950s. This coffee table version of the Pirkka is very rare and hardly to be found.
A...
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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Wood
Set of 3 Vintage Italian Folding Chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Olivo Italy
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Hamburg, DE
Simple folding chairs from the Italian manufacturer Olivo after a design by Ilmari Tapiovaara from the 1970s.
The design combines rusticity with elegance. The elegantly curved frame...
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20th Century Italian Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Leather, Plywood
Mid-Century Early Aslak Chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko, Finland, 1960s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Hamburg, DE
An early version of the Aslak Chair from the Finnish manufacturer Asko after a draft by Ilmari Tapiovaara from the late 50s. The chair was reissued by Artek in 2020.
A functional de...
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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Wood
Iconic Fannett Side Chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Evanston, IL
This striking Fannett chair is a classic piece of modern design blending clean lines with organic form.
It's sleek frame with minimalist structure makes it both elegant and functi...
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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Beech
Scandinavian Modern Vintage Black Teak Rocking Chair Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1950s
By Asko, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage rocking chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko 1950s, Finland.
A wonderful rocking chair from black lacquered beech and natural brown teak with comfortable armrests.
Ideal for a fireplace as a cosy chair...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Beech, Teak
Rare Ilmari Tapiovaara for Lukkiseppo Four 'Chaco' Lounge Chairs with Table
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ilmari Tapiovaara for Lukkiseppo, set of four 'Chaco' armchairs with coffee table, leather, pine, brass, rope, Finland, design 1958
We present an exquisite ensemble of lounge chairs...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Brass
Set of Two "Pirkka" Dining Chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu, Finland
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Laukaan Puu
Located in Argelato, BO
Set of two wooden "Pirkka" chairs, masterfully designed by the revered Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu. Hailing from the heart of Finnish design excellence, these chairs embody the...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Wood
Set of 7 'Fanett' Dining Chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Edsby Verken
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Edsby-verken
Located in Brussels, BE
Set of 7 'Fanett' dining chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Edsby Verken.
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Wood
Ilmari Tapiovaara “Pirkka” Bench for Laukaan Puu, Finland, 1950s
By Laukaan Puu, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A wonderful bench from the “Pirkka” series, designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara and manufactured by Laukaan Puu, circa 1950.
The narrow rectangular top / seat of the bench are made of d...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Metal
Ilmari Tapiovaara Prototype Congo Folding Chair Finland 1954
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Camden, ME
Congo folding chair designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara in 1954 manufactured by Lukkiseppo Ltd. in Finland.
This prototype of the Congo chair comes from the estate of Ilmari Tapiovaara.
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Metal, Steel
Finnish Design Pirrka Stools by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Artek, Finland
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Artek
Located in Renens, CH
Pirrka Series stool in pine produced by Artek, Finland.
Ilmari Tapiovaara (1914) was a Finnish interior and design furniture, during his long career that started with designing furniture at Asko for the Finnish Army, he has worked together with several of the known designers of his age such as Alvar Alto and Le Corbusier.
Tapiovaara is considered one of the Nordic countries’ most influential designers, on par with Hans Wegner, Finn Juhl, Arne Jacobsen and Alvar Aalto.
Materials: Pine
Origination: Finland, 2000s. Most stools are labelled "Artek".
Condition: Good, note that all stools...
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Early 2000s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Pine
Set of 6 "Pirkka" Chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in San Francisco, CA
A set of 6 "Pirkka" chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara
A set of Ilmari Tapiovaara design dining chairs, from the series "Pirkka". The sculptural design, is made in pine and black lacquered...
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Pine
Maija 30 Floor Lamp by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Santa & Cole
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An intimate, classic Scandinavian design. Tapiovaara said that “it is impossible to create a new object without a point of reference—and nature is the best and closest manual for the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Metal, Brass
Set of 6 Fanett Dining Chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1949
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Roma, IT
Fanett dining chairs is a mid-century set chairs manufactured in 1949 by Ilmari Tapiovaara.
Set of 6 wooden chairs, teak seat, feet and back ...
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1940s Finnish Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Wood
Ilmari Tapiovaara Floor Lamp “Maija the bee” / Maija Mehiläinen by Hienoteräs
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare and early floor lamp “Maija the bee” / Maija Mehiläinen designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara. Produced by Hienoteräs in Finland.
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1950s Albanian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Metal, Brass
Danish Design Rocking Chair Ilmari Tapiovaara Model Fanett Scandinavian, 1960s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Mid-Century rocking chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara for the 60's.
Made in Finland, very comfortable!.
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Wood
Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu Set of Four 'Pirkka' Chairs
By Laukaan Puu, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu, set of four 'Pirkka' dining chairs, beech, pine, Finland, design 1955
This set of ‘Pirkka’ chairs by Finish designer I...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Beech, Pine
Pirkka stool Ilmari Tapiovaara for Artek 1950
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Artek
Located in Torino, IT
Pirkka stool Ilmari Tapiovaara for Artek 1950
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1950s Finnish Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Teak
Rocking Chair Made of Beech by Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Faversham, GB
A fabulous Ilmari Tapiovaara designed rocking chair for Asko. Made of beech with a blond seat and black lacquered frame, it is a classic piece of mid-century modern design.
Finland...
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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Beech
C. 1949 Set of Four Knoll Domus Dining Chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara with Fabric
By Keravan Puuteollisuus Oy, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of four Domus Chairs, Model 141, initially designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara in 1946. These chairs were manufactured in Finland by Keravan Puuteollisuus, and distributed in...
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1940s American Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Fabric, Birch, Oak
Ilmari Tapiovaara, `Pirkka` Stools 4 Pieces, 1970s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Stockholm, SE
Four stools, model Pirkka designed by Imari Tapiovaara, Finland, 1970s.
Dining set also available, 4 pieces. See last two pictures.
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Ilmari Tapiovaara furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Ilmari Tapiovaara 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 Ilmari Tapiovaara furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 164 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 10 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Ilmari Tapiovaara were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Yrjö Kukkapuro, Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, and Artek. Prices for Ilmari Tapiovaara furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $384 and can go as high as $91,647, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,136.
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