Alvar Aalto Furniture
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 chair69 natural hedemora 1940
s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tomi, Nagano
Designed by Alvar Aalto.
This chair 69 was manufactured in the 1940s.
It is from the era when it was manufactured in Hedemora, Sweden.
It has a structure manufactured with hedemora f...
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1940s Swedish Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
$1,520 Sale Price
20% Off
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.
Category
1990s Finnish Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Wood
$5,345 Sale Price
30% Off
Rare 1930s Alvar Aalto for Stylclair in Plywood and Braided Straw
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Alvar Aalto for Stylclair, lounge chair, beech plywood, braided straw, France, 1930s
We present a rare lounge chair designed by Alvar Aalto, produced by Stylclair under the license...
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1930s French Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Straw, Beech, Plywood
Alvar Aalto - Low Chest of Drawers in Birch Finmar Label c1935
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Uxbridge, GB
This piece is very rare and stunning example of Scandinavian design. Known for his innovative approach to modernist furniture, Aalto's low chest of drawers combines sleek minimalism ...
Category
Early 20th Century Finnish Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Alvar Aalto Cabinet 217 Artek 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
Artek 217 cabinet with sliding doors, from 1950s by Alvar Aalto. In wonderful condition. The cabinet has one large shelf inside.
The Artek 217 cabinet, desi...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Wood
$3,118 Sale Price
25% Off
Occasional table model 915 Designed by Alvar Aalto Finland, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
The model was designed in 1931–32 for the Paimio Sanatorium, Finland.
Originally created for the Paimio Sanatorium in Finland, the table reflects Aalto's commitment to human-centere...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Bentwood
Original Photo of Furniture/Interior by Alvar Aalto, Marcel Breuer, 1937
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia
- Museum of decorative arts in Prague
- suitable for framing
- photographed by Illek and Paul
jr.
Category
1930s Czech Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Paper
$122 Sale Price
20% Off
Alvar Aalto
Tank
Settee
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by Alvar Aalto and produced by Mouldcraft c.1950s, Canada. The sofa, also known as the Tank sofa, is a rare design featuring a cantilevered frame in...
Category
1950s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch, Upholstery
$25,000
alvar aalto tank sofa 3 seater 40
s sweden
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tomi, Nagano
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 ...
Category
1940s Finnish Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch, Fabric
Alvar Aalto Side Table 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
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...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Set of 4 K65 Stools by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1960s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
An iconic set of four K65 stools designed by Alvar Aalto and produced by Artek in the 1960s. These pieces perfectly capture the essence of Finnish modernism, where simplicity, functi...
Category
20th Century Finnish Other Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Wood
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
Category
20th Century Scandinavian Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Wood
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.
Category
1930s Finnish Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Iron
$6,400 Sale Price
20% Off
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.
Category
Early 2000s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Brass
Alvar Aalto Savoy Vase 3030 by Iittala Signed
By Alvar Aalto, Iittala
Located in Espoo, FI
Aalto savoy vase, white. "Alvar Aalto - 3030" signature on the bottom. In very good condition. The height of the vase is approx. 160mm.
The Aalto Sav...
Category
1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Glass
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...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch, Oak
$2,966 Sale Price / set
63% Off
Alvar Aalto L-Legged Table by Artek 1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
Artek table, birch with yellow linoleum. Designed by Alvar Aalto. The table is from the 1960s and shows nicely signs of life. Some extra holes in the legs.
Category
1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto Wall Shelf Produced by Artek in Finland
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare wall shelf designed by Alvar Aalto. Produced by Artek in Finland.
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto Hallway Chairs model 54 by Artek in 1940s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Espoo, FI
Artek armchair, model 54, "Hallway chair", 2 pcs. Desingned by Alvar Aalto. Birch frame with original red fabric upholstery attached with nails. Upholstery intact. Wooden parts in go...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
An Exceptionally Rare Alvar Aalto War-time Coffee table in Birch, Artek 1940s
By Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful wartime coffee or sofa table by Alvar Aalto. This table features the distinctive wartime joints, a construction detail used during and around the Second World War when ma...
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
$3,611 Sale Price
20% Off
Vase Aalto, Alvar Aalto, by Ittala, 1960 circa
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Alvar Aalto's timeless design legacy shines through the iconic Vase Aalto, a classic from the 1960s crafted by Iittala. This fluid masterpiece seamlessly merges form and function, sh...
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1960s Finnish Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Alvar Aalto Sofa 544 with Zebra upholstery
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Espoo, FI
Sofa model 544, designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Artek. The sofa has been made of birch, and it has famous Artek's Zebra fabric upholstery.
Category
1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Rare Sofa by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Rare sofa by Alvar Aalto. Finland, 1956. Provenance: Kansanela¨kelaitos (The Social Insurance Institution of Finland). Example provided with original label....
Category
1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Brass
$60,104
Alvar Aalto 40s 406 Chair
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tomi, Nagano
40s 406 chari.upholstery by jute webbing.
early production.
Category
1940s Finnish Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Birch
$3,000 Sale Price
50% Off
alvar aalto chair69 Painted Deep blue 1930
s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tomi, Nagano
Designed by Alvar Aalto.
This is chair 69 .
Deep blue paint is applied all over.
This chair was manufactured in the 1930s.
Category
1930s Finnish Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Mid-Century Modern Early N65 Children Chair Alvar Aalto Artek Finland 1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Hamburg, DE
An early version of the N65 children's chair by Finnish manufacturer Artek, based on a design by Alvar Aalto from the 1930s. This version of the seat was only available until around ...
Category
1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair of Alvar Aalto Steel Bowl
s by Iittala Finland
By Iittala, Alvar Aalto
Located in Turku, Finland
Set of two Aalto Steel Bowls. Designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Iittala Finland.
Finnish design legend Alvar Aalto’s asymmetrical natural wave shape has become his creati...
Category
2010s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
$560 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Folding
Screen 100
designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1936, Pine
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Stockholm, SE
Folding ‘Screen 100’ designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek,
Finland, 1936.
Material: Pine.
Alvar Aalto’s “Screen 100” designed in 1936 is a sculptural room divider made entirely of ind...
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1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Pine
Bauhaus 402 Blue Arm Chair by Alvar Aalto, Made in Finland, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Detroit, MI
The Model 402 lounge chair or ‘Atelje’ chair was designed by Alvar and Aino Aalto in 1933 and is considered a masterpiece of modernist furniture design. The classic, well-balanced de...
Category
1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Birch, Bentwood
$6,240 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 6 Early ‘Model 66’ Birchwood Dining Chairs by Alvar Aalto, 1935 Finland
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Zagreb, HR
Original Model 66 dining chairs designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, in 1935.
Crafted from solid birch and molded birch plywood, the chair exemplifies Aalto’s pioneering bentw...
Category
1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto white laminate Stools by Artek
By Artek, ICF New York, Alvar Aalto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto white laminate with blonde birch wood Stools by Artek. Clean ready for use. Stackable. Labeled ICF NYC. Made circa 1970.
Sold as a Pair (2)...
Category
1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Laminate, Bentwood, Birch
$1,280 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Alvar Aalto Cantilevered Leather Lounge Chair for Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Artek’s Model 406 lounge chair designed by Alvar Aalto. The cantilevered frame is a bent birch wood that gives the seat a floating effect. The chair's seat and seatback is finished i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch, Leather
Alvar Aalto - Chest of Drawers in Birch Finmar Label c1935
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Uxbridge, GB
This piece is very rare and stunning example of Scandinavian design. Known for his innovative approach to modernist furniture, Aalto's chest of drawers combines sleek minimalism with...
Category
Early 20th Century Finnish Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Mid-Century Modern 112B Wall Shelf by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1950/1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Mid-Century Modern wall shelf 112B.
Design by Alvar Aalto for Artek Finland.
Striking Finnish design from the 1960s.
Original birch and birch veneer frame with o...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Rare Alvar Aalto Cantilever Armchair Model 26, Artek, Finland
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
Very hard to find Model 26 armchair is designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek with frame in steel tube, painted matt black and with seat form pressed birch plywood, lacquered in black.
Aalto designed Lounge Chair 26...
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Metal
$3,135 Sale Price
35% Off
Early Alvar Aalto 3-legged Stool Model 60 In Birch, Artek 1930s
By Artek, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
A lovely iconic Alvar Aalto stool for Artek in full birch. The model 60 stool is perhaps the most well known Aalto design and has always been attractive to people. As with a lot of A...
Category
1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Vintage Aalto Serving Trolley Model 901 – Scandinavian Design Classic
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Alvar Aalto designed the Tea Trolley 901 in 1936, during a highly productive period that included his architectural work for the Finnish Pavilion at the 1937 Paris World’s Fair. The ...
Category
1940s Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto, Umbrella Stand, Artek, Finland
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Paris, FR
Alvar Aalto (1898-1976)
Umbrella stand
A birch and brass umbrella stand with a three-sided base issuing three columns joined by a conforming rim.
Produced by Artek, Finland.
...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Mid-Century Modern Trolley Model 900 by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Trolley Model 900 by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Wicker, Wood
Alvar Aalto Vase Model 9748, Iittala 1956, Clear Glass Blown into Wooden Mold
By Iittala, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Alvar Aalto entered and won a competition held at the Karhula-Iittala glass factory that was organized for the 1937 Paris World Fair. The year was 1936 and Aalto´s entry was called `...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
$1,463 Sale Price
62% Off
Alvar Aalto Angel Wing Floor Lamp by Valaistustyö in Finland
By Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare and 1st production angel wing floor lamp model A805 designed by Alvar Aalto. Produced by Valaistustyö in Finland.
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Brass
Alvar Aalto, Birch Plywood Cantilever Chair, Model 31, Huonekalu-ja, Finland
By Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Alvar Aalto model 31 chair of moulded birch plywood, cantilevered one-piece seat and back suspended from bent supports painted black.
Designed in...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Model 60 Stool, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950/1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model 60 stool, designed by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Artek, 1950/1960s. Birch frame, blue linoleum seat. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use.
Alvar Aalto...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
alvar aalto pendant lamp A335A by Valaistustyö
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tomi, Nagano
alvar aalto design A335A by Valaistustyö.
50's orijinal condition.
Category
1950s Finnish Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel
Alvar Aalto Pair of Bentwood Modern Lounge Chairs Danish Modern Mid Century
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Bentwood Modern Lounge Chairs designed by Alvar Aalto, designed circa 1930s, these examples are circa 1970s. They have been reupholstered in an ivory color boucle upholstery.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Bouclé, Canvas, Rattan, 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...
Category
1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Wood
Early Model 65 Chair by Alvar Aalto, ,
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Buffalo, NY
Model 65 encapsulates designer Alvar Aalto’s approach to systematic, rational design within the context of Finnish minimalism; showcasing clean lines and his favoured use of birchwood.The bolts, showcased along the back legs, imbued the chair with Aalto’s signature industrial design sensibility.This is a wonderful early example,, The color ,,finish and patina is outstanding.. Chair seat has been reupholstered in a classic Marimekko fabric
Category
1930s Finnish Bauhaus Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Alvar Aalto White Brass Large "Dobbeltcylinder" Pendants, Louis Poulsen, 1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Louis Poulsen
Located in Odense, DK
Rare pair of Large Alvar Aalto "dobbeltcylinder" pendants made by commission at Louis Poulsen & Co., Denmark in the 1960s. White lacquered metal and brass. NOTICE: Very similar to Aa...
Category
1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Rare Pair Nº 62 Dining Chairs by Alvar Aalto for Finsven, Finland c.1934
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Hyattsville, MD
These are only ready for the Restorer only. These are being sold as-found for some one that want to invest in restoring these rare chairs. Frames are strong without looseness.
Category
1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Bentwood, Birch
Rare Webbed Lounge Chair by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare low slung lounge chair designed by Alvar Aalto in 1938 for the Villa Mairea, manufactured in 1946 for Artek. Lightly restored birch frame with a rich natural wood tone and new...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
alvar aalto stool60 vinyl leather red 1950
s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tomi, Nagano
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...
Category
1950s Finnish Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
$880 Sale Price
32% Off
Pair of Alvar Aalto Small Side Tables Model A86 in Honey Birch, Artek, 1940s
By Artek, Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
This pair of rare Model A86 side tables by Alvar Aalto is distinguished by their smaller-than-usual size, offering greater versatility in placement and ease of movement within interi...
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
$4,713 Sale Price / set
36% Off
Set of 4 Mid Century Dining / Side Chairs by Avar Aalto 1960s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"This set includes four exquisite Mid-Century dining/side chairs designed by the iconic Finnish architect and designer Alvar Aalto in the 1960s. Crafted from pine wood, these chairs ...
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Original Alvar Aalto Shoe Rack Designed for the Stora Enso Building Finland
By Alvar Aalto
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this rare and custom shoe rack designed by Alvar Aalto circa 1960 featuring solid birch wood slats. Custom designed by Alvar Aal...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Wood, Birch
Model 45 Lounge Chairs by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1970s Set of 4
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
Model 45 Chair by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1970s
Beautiful vintage armchair designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek in the 1970s. This version features a solid birch frame with linen webbing...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Linen, Rattan, Beech
$3,804 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Alvar Aalto Serving Trolley 901 by Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
901 Serving Trolley by Alvar Aalto. Authentic, stamp on bottom. 90s. Birchwood frame and linoleum covered trays. 35w 20d 20h
Category
1990s Finnish Modern Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Laminate, Wood
Pair of Model 60 Stools, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pair of model 60 stools, designed by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Artek, 1960s. Birch frame, red linoleum seat. Good vintage condition, patina and wear consistent with age and use. T...
Category
1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Birch
Alvar Aalto Hat Rack / Coat Hanger in Birch, Model 109, Artek 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful functional coat hanger model 109 by Alvar Aalto for Artek. This versatile shelf is in full birch and features three metal hooks, a rod for hangers and a top rack for hats...
Category
1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Metal
Model 406 Lounge Chairs by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Denmark. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. Previous mark where ICF label was is pictured for both chairs.
Category
1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Cotton, Birch
$3,200 / set
Alvar Aalto Model 901 Tea Trolley, 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful Model 901 tea trolley designed 1930 by Alvar Aalto for Artek, white linoleum top with bentwood birch frame and white lacquered wood wheels with rubber rings. Good original ...
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alvar Aalto Furniture
Materials
Rubber, Birch
Alvar Aalto furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Alvar Aalto 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 Alvar Aalto furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 448 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 8 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture 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 furniture by Ilmari Tapiovaara, Oy Stockmann AB, and Yrjö Kukkapuro. Prices for Alvar Aalto furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $113 and can go as high as $80,707, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,662.
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- What style did Alvar Aalto use?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024The 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.
- What is Alvar Aalto known for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Alvar 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 ExpertApril 5, 2024The 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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