Finnish Seating

Kolho natural dining chair by Made By Choice with Matthew Day Jackson Kolho Collection Dimensions: 54 x 54 x 77 cm Materials: Oak ( Oak veneered plywood natural oak, stained black...

Set of 2, Just Rose, Kolho Original Lounge Chair, MDJ KUU by Made By Choice with Matthew Day Jackson Kolho Collection Dimensions: 70 x 60 x...

Set of 2, airisto side tables/ stools, stained black by Made By Choice with Joanna Laajisto Dimensions: D35 x H45 cm Materials: solid ash. Finishes: natural ash / painted black ...

Eero Aarnio made the first prototype of the Pastil chair out of polystyrene, which helped him to verify the measurements, ergonomics and rocking ability. ...

This is a Stool 64, originally designed by Aino and Alvar Aalto for Artek in 1935. These particular examples were produced in Finland in the 2010s. The design features the Aaltos’ ...

The ball chair was designed in 1963 and debuted at the Cologne Furniture Fair in 1966. The chair is one of the most famous and beloved classics of Finni...

This is a Pair of Oak and Steel Armchairs, designed by Voitto Haapalainen for Asko in Finland. The pair was imported and distributed by Stendig in the 1960s. The listed price include...

Very rare easy chair model Aulanko designed by Märta Blomstedt. Produced by Häämenlinna in Finland. Designed in 1939 for Hotel Aulanko’s lounge area.  

Wooden frame ash, birch or oak Julie is the result of a persistent design process. Curved veneer slats form a beautiful back and armrests for this light looking, sculptural wooden small chair for dining and meeting purposes. Julie B1 is a chair without seat upholstery. A loose back pillow and Julie chair with seat upholstery are also available. Julie has been granted the internationally recognized GOOD DESIGN 2015 Award, The world’s most prestigious, recognized, and oldest Design Awards program organized annually by The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design in cooperation with the European Centre for Architecture, Art, Design and Urban Studies.

Set of three stools by Ilmari Tapiovaara, from the furniture line “Pirkka”. Cool, rounded design with pine seats and black lacquered legs.

The seating designs of the architect and designer, s, have been gradually more and more recognized world-wide, which resulted in the recent exhibition titled “Forgotten Ornäs”. His d...

Set of 14 Lasse Ollinkari dining chairs for Aarne Ervi Architect's office. Manufactured by Haimi, Finland, 1950s.

This pair of vintage 3-legged low stools or tables from the designer Alvar Aalto were first introduced in the 1930s. Both made circa 1955 and clearly having always lived their life t...

Pair of Easy Chairs in Birch, Newly Reupholstered in Wool Fabric by Carl Gustaf Hiort Af Ornäs, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Birch, newly reupholstered in wool fabric St...

Beautiful Birch Armchair in very good condition. Designed by Eero Aarnio and produced by Asko, Finland. The chair is made of bent plywood which is lamin...

Kolho Junior Chair by Made by Choice With Matthew Day Jackson Dimensions: W 43 x D 42 x H 59 cm Materials: Plywood Available: Blue Gradient, Pink Gradient Expertly designed for little ones, the Kolho Junior chair from the Kolho collection boasts unique serpentine forms for a comfortable and stylish seating experience. Matthew Day Jackson is an American artist whose multifaceted practice encompasses sculpture, painting, collage, photography, drawing, video, performance and installation. Born in Panorama City, California, in 1974 and currently living and working on the East Coast, his art grapples with big ideas such as the evolution of human thought, the fatal attraction of the frontier and the faith that man places in technological advancement. In particular, his work addresses the myth of the American Dream, exploring the forces of creation, growth, transcendence, and death through visions of its failed utopia. About Made by Choice: Nordic Happiness. Nordic Happiness is our grand theme and guiding star. Studies show that Nordic people are among the happiest on Earth. Nordic happiness is composed of authentic values and sustainable choices. The vision of Choice is based on the added value of collective creation while promoting sustainable Nordic values through authentic design. Rooted in the traditions of Finnish woodworks, Made by Choice is a creative powerhouse of collaborative thinkers, believers and makers, establishing a global brand for the 21st century. Committed to producing durable, bold and innovative designs, we combine contemporary woodworking methods and modern technology. Halikko is home to our 4000 square metre campus where we turn abstract concepts into tangible objects. Our team in our office in Helsinki coordinates all operations and installations. Made by Choice's agile, purpose driven approach means all new products are developed on demand, for a specific project and need, and carries the authentic story of it's reason of existence. Our products are developed and manufactured at our own factory in south-western Finland by some of the best craftsmen in the world. Choice is inspired by heritage and Nordic urban...

A pair of elegant armchairs attributed to Carl-Johan Boman / Boman Oy Finland from the 1950s. The chairs are compact in size compared to other sizable Finnish armchairs, yet are extr...

The Bubble chair was designed by Eero Aarnio in 1968. According to Eero’s notes, the Bubble hangs from the ceiling because ‘there is no nice way to make a clear pedestal.’ It shares the same unique acoustics as the Ball chair, a little cocoon that shields off the outside world. The hanging Bubble chair...

This elegant sofa is the creation of Elna Kiljander, one of Finlands first female architects. Characterised by functionality, simplicity and clean lines, this sofa is a material expr...

Silent stump, side table / stool by Made By Choice (Seating object, functioning also as a table) Nordic Silence Collection with Katrín Ólína Dimensions:...

Beautiful as rare "Rover" armchair by Arne Jacobsen for Asko, made of lacquered ash wood and the finest dark brown leather, Finland, 1960s. The armchairs are completely screwless an...

A sculptural mid-century Finnish rocking chair crafted in black wicker from the 1960s-70s. The chair features an elegant, organic silhouette with gently curved arms and a high, envel...

Made in Finland, this chair consists of a black lacquered fiberglass shell, steel base and Sörensen prestige leather upholstered seat in black with PU...

Asko's present model “2464” chair charms with its curved shape. Better known as Marketta, this rare piece features a beech frame and a padded, upholstered seat. This chair makes a st...

Many different upholstery materials and frames available. Basso M YA pairs dignified and Classic looks with remarkable comfort. It is a compact chair that features 4-star cross leg...

Alvar Aalto Armchair 400 Tank Mid Century Bentwood Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 30 wide x 33 deep x 26.25 high, with a seat height of 15 and arm height/chair clearance ...

An iconic and rare vintage model 401 armchair by Alvar Aalto. This was made in Finland by Artek, it dates from around the 1970’s. It is of exceptional ...

This pair of nice old side chairs are of the period called Gustavian. This correlates to that time in Sweden between 1772 and 1809. These chairs were made circa 1790 and are typical ...

A beautiful pair of one the most iconic Merivaara and Finnish design chairs from the 1950s nicknamed Ulla and designed by Ola Kettunen. This model no. 706 is the lightest model and t...

This is a set of six Sirkus chairs, designed by Yrjo Kukkapuro for Avarte in 1981. The chairs were produced in Finland, and the listed price includes the set of six chairs as shown. ...

The “Laila” model by the Finnish designer Ilmari Lappalainen originates from 1948, with the earliest original drawings kept in the Lahti City Museum in their Lappalainen Collection. This pair of “nr. 238” armchairs are from the Finnish designer’s most famous series called “Laila”. The design became sought after by collectors even in its production time, which is quite rare in the case of Nordic mid-century modern furniture. Lappalainen was a renowned designer, famous for his designs’ comfort. Some of his designs even received medical approval because they had such a good seating that it prevented back problems. These armchairs have a cosy modern style, modelled on the Swedish and Danish furniture of the time, including the round edges and generous seat cushion and back with tufted buttons. The bodies have the classic Nordic look, which explains the contemporary popularity of these armchairs both among the public and museums. The modern aesthetic is further elevated by the textured, premium upholstery that complements the shape and the wooden, tapered legs as well. Sheepskin is the ultimate material for comfort, warm in the winter and cool in the summer. It elevates the sheer size and shape of the chair, especially its back. Wood is omnipresent in the Nordics, and Finnish woodworking is world-famous for its traditions. These chairs were created for Asko, the Finnish furniture manufacturing company founded in 1918 by Aukusti Asko Avonius, known for the production of high-quality furniture. By 1930 the company had developed into the largest furniture chain in Finland and the largest supplier of furniture in the Scandinavian countries. After the war, the damage it caused and the new homes of Karelian migrants concentrated production on essential furniture, which the Finnish Ministry of Public Affairs ordered to sell at an affordable price. Favourites of this time included Ilmari Lappalainen’s Laila...

This is a Stool 64, originally designed by Aino and Alvar Aalto for Artek in 1935. These particular examples were produced in 2019. The design features a three-legged bentwood constr...

Alvar Aalto war-time stools are extremely sought after collectibles for the simple reason that not many of them are available any more. A war-time stoo...

Scandinavian midcentury design office chair atr. Ilmari Tapiovaara professionally stained and repolished.

Really special and luxurious armchair "Adagio" from designer Kaj Fagerroos. The chair has been made of birch plywood in the 1990s in Finland. The chair has beautiful curved patterns ...

Artek bench with finger-jointed wartime legs. Designed by Alvar Aalto, and manufactured during war-time 1940s. The bench has a later upholstery with old fabric designed by Aino Aalto...

Lounge chair model 402 designed by Alvar Aalto, manufactured in the 1950's by Artek. This chair is extremely light, as almost every design piece of Alvar Aalto's work are. This ch...

designed by alvar aalto . Manufactured in the 1950s. I don't know the year it was painted. The whole thing is painted blue, but there are some areas where it's peeling off. Currently...

This vintage original 'Tank' lounge 400 by Alvar Aalto for Artek was produced during the 1940's. The beechwood frame has developed a rich patina. Displays finish loss in some areas...

"El Rancho" sofa by Maija Ruoslahti for Kalustekiila. Brown leather with strap details & chrome metal frame. Cushions & Straps all snap into place w...

Artek Y61 stool, birch with original black leather upholstery. The stool is from the 1950s. Designer Alvar Aalto. In good used condition.

A laminated birch armchair with a black linen webbed seat and cane wrapped arms.

Airisto side table, black by Made By Choice with Joanna Laajisto Dimensions: D35 x H45 cm Materials: solid ash. Finishes: natural ash / painted black Also available: natural & custom order. The Airisto collection’s furnishings are multifunctional – they can be used as a side table, stool and a bench. The natural ash accents the beautiful features of the wood. In addition to the light wood, the other colour option is stained black, which highlights the shape of the product, representative to Laajisto’s work. ”A good product has to fit in different environments from the modern and minimalist to rich and classical,” explains Laajisto. The simple and modest design language of the Airisto furniture emphasizes the asymmetric shape of the foot structure. About Made by Choice: Nordic Happiness. Nordic Happiness is our grand theme and guiding star. Studies show that Nordic people are among the happiest on Earth. Nordic happiness is composed of authentic values and sustainable choices. The vision of Choice is based on the added value of collective creation while promoting sustainable Nordic values through authentic design. Rooted in the traditions of Finnish woodworks, Made by Choice is a creative powerhouse of collaborative thinkers, believers and makers, establishing a global brand for the 21st century. Committed to producing durable, bold and innovative designs, we combine contemporary woodworking methods and modern technology. Halikko is home to our 4000 square metre campus where we turn abstract concepts into tangible objects. Our team in our office in Helsinki coordinates all operations and installations. Made by Choice's agile, purpose driven approach means all new products are developed on demand, for a specific project and need, and carries the authentic story of it's reason of existence. Our products are developed and manufactured at our own factory in south-western Finland by some of the best craftsmen in the world. Choice is inspired by heritage and Nordic urban...

Measures: Height: 780-890 mm Width: 600 mm Seat height: 400-510 mm Depth: 600 mm 5-STAR CROSS LEG WITH WHEELS OR GLIDERS, SWIVEL GAS LIFT G Lab ZA is a meeting chair that combi...

This rare oak easy chair showcases the homely curviness that defined the design of the 1950s in the Nordic countries. Hiort af Ornäs developed the model for his own furniture company...

This sumptuous settee exemplifies Carl-Johan Boman’s mastery of furniture design. A work of functional sculpture, restored and reupholstered in a shiitake-colored mohair. After grad...

An original “Crinolette” armchair designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara in 1962 and produced by Asko, Finland during the 1960s. One of Tapiovaara’s most iconic and sculptural designs, the Cr...

Unio Curved sofa by Poiat Designers: Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski Collection UNIO 2023 Dimensions: H. 72 x W. 220 D. 110 cm SH. 40 (3 seaters) Model shown: Tiger M...

An elegant sofa designed by Ilmari Lappalainen and manufactured by Asko Oy in Finland in the 1940s. The sofa is reupholstered with natural "Sahara" sheepskin. The sofa is very comfo...

Measures: Height: 780-890 mm Width: 600 mm Seat height: 400-510 mm Depth: 600 mm Lab ZC combines the soft quilted seat with the elegantly understated metal armrests and a functional five-star cross leg, castors and height adjustment mechanism. Lab ZC brings high level of comfort to any meeting room or multifunctional working area. Lab family includes a wide range of chairs, tables and sofas designed to bring comfort and coziness into everyday working environments. Lab product family has been granted the internationally recognized GOOD DESIGN 2015 Award – The world’s most prestigious, recognized, and oldest Design Awards program organized annually by The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design in cooperation with the European Centre for Architecture, Art, Design and Urban Studies...

Bentwood Pulkka Lounge Chair by Ilmari Laippainen for Asko, Finland from the 1960s. Ilmari Laippainen (1922-2004) was a renowned Finnish architect and designer known for his funct...

Manufactured in the 1940s. Made in Sweden. This is a rare 3-seater tank sofa. This item has already been reupholstered and repaired. Although there are some ...

This set of four of “Polar” lounge chairs was designed by the eminent Finnish designer, Esko Pajamies, and produced by Lahden Lepokalusto Oy Finland during the 1960s. These leather ...

This wonderful commemoration of Finnish mid-century design is the Susanna sofa created by Lahti Lepokaulusto and designed in the 1950s by Aake Anttila. Famous for its suspension and ...

Alvar Aalto Style Stool /Tables design no 63 bentwood birch finish /could be used as tables or pedestals,vintage in very good condition,unusual height.

Designed by Alvar Aalto. This stool 60 was manufactured in the 1950's. The seat is covered with vinyl leather. The condition of the vinyl leather is not torn, but there are some stai...

Model 42 "Pikku Paimio" armchair, design Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Artek, Late 20th Century. Birch frame, painted birch seat. Good vintage condition, patina and wear consistent wi...

A beautifully crafted antique rocking chair, rich in character and traditional craftsmanship. Made from solid wood, the chair features finely turned spindles, sculpted armrests, and ...

This lovely “Duetto” loveseat was designed back in the 1950s to bring the sitters closer together. This intention is clearly traceable in Ottelin’s drawings, where the back was drawn as hands embracing the users. A loveseat derives its name from holding two people close to one another. First invented in the 17th century, this two-person chair was originally intended for women wearing large dresses with hoops to sit comfortably. In the Nordic countries, loveseats, such as this model, were typically made of quality woods with fully upholstered bodies to enhance the cosiness. This rare “Duetto” is unquestionably Ottelin’s most distinctive sofa model. This is primarily due to the peculiar back that has a heart shape and envelopes towards the front to form the arms as well. At the top, the edge curves outward creating a welcoming and open look. The homely curviness and precision clearly show the influence of Werner West, Ottelin’s teacher. The body, upholstered in honey-coloured sheepskin, is paired with tapered, lacquered wood legs. This combination is a true Nordic characteristic, keeping the tradition of using organic materials at its core. As this “Duetto” sofa shows, the shapes and forms of Nordic minimalism of the mid-century are infinitely interesting. Additionally, the stylish look is always paired with the highest quality craftsmanship, here provided by the Finnish furniture company, Kervo Snickerifabrik, Oy Stockmann. The Kerava cabinetmaking company was founded on February 1, 1862 and Ottelin served as director of the company's furniture department from 1953 to 1954 and as artistic director of interior design from 1955 until his death in 1971. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. This sofa has been reupholstered recently in premium sheepskin. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information. Dimensions: 60.23 in W x 29.52 in D x 34.25 in H; Seat height 17.32 in 153 cm W x 75 cm D x 87 cm H; Seat height 44 cm About the designer: Karl Olof Ottelin (Helsinki, 3 May 1917 - Helsinki, 9 February 1971) was a Finnish interior designer and furniture designer who, in the 1950s, was the director and chief designer of Stockmann's furniture department. Ottelin began his studies at the Central School of Art and Design in 1939, but had to suspend his studies for 1941–1944 due to conscription. He graduated as an interior designer in 1946 and started at Stockmann's drawing office in 1948. He served as director of the company's furniture department from 1953 to 1954 and as artistic director of interior design from 1955 until his death in 1971. Ottelin's best-known products are modern wooden chairs, but he also designed cabinet and shelving systems and extensive interior design for a variety of properties. In 1952, Olof Ottelin designed the furniture for the Swedish School of Economics in Helsinki together with Lisa Johansson-Pape (lamps), Yki Nummi (coloring) and Dora Jung...

Model No 41 Paimio armchair in molded birch plywood designed by Finnish architect Alvar Aalto. With a black lacquered molded plywood seat and natural finish molded arms creating a ve...