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Otl Aicher

German, 1922-1991

Otl Aicher was one of the most significant German designers and graphic designers of the 20th century. Together with the Swiss architect and artist Max Bill, he founded the Hochschule für Gestaltung Ulm (HfG) in 1953. For the Olympic Games in Munich in 1972, he developed a system of pictograms, which is still widely used internationally today.

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Otl Aicher furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Otl Aicher furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of paper and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Otl Aicher furniture, although green editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Otl Aicher were created in the mid-century modern style in germany during the 1970s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Paul Wunderlich, Herbert Bayer, and Dorothee Maurer-Becker. Prices for Otl Aicher furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $478 and can go as high as $647, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $647.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 19, 2025
    Otl Aicher was famous for his work in design. In fact, he was one of the most significant German designers of the 20th century. Together with the Swiss architect and artist Max Bill, he founded the Hochschule für Gestaltung Ulm (HfG) in 1953. For the Olympic Games in Munich in 1972, he developed a system of pictograms, which is still widely used internationally today. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Otl Aicher art.