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
Hongisto
Pine dining table by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu Finland
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Wonderful Pine Dining table, model 'Hongisto', designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara and manufactured by Laukaan Puu, Finland. Made from solid Pine, the simple design is timeless, the Pine h...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Pine
Rocking Chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko 1960s Finland
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Asko
Located in Debrecen, HU
A beautiful Scandinavian Modern rocking chair designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara and manufactured by Asko in Finland during the 1960s. The tall spindle backrest and slender curved armrest...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Wood
Set of Four Model Domus Chairs, Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Set of four model Domus chairs, designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1950s. Birch. The chairs are refinished. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. The chairs a...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Birch
Ilmari Tapiovaara, pair of 1950s Wilhelmina chairs, Laukaan Puu
By Laukaan Puu, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Discover the timeless elegance of Ilmari Tapiovaara's 1950s Wilhelmina chairs by Laukaan Puu. Crafted with unparalleled Scandinavian craftsmanship, these vintage treasures merge func...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Birch, Plywood
Ilmari Tapiovaara
Maija
Table Lamp in Brass and White for Santa
Cole
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Santa
Cole
Located in Glendale, CA
Ilmari Tapiovaara 'Maija' table lamp in brass and white for Santa & Cole
Founded in 1985 in Barcelona, Santa & Cole produces iconic pieces by such luminaries as llmari Tapiovaara,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage ‘Tale’ Stool by Ilmari Tapiovaara
By Asko, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Tale stool by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko, Finland. Stool was designed around 1953. This was part of a short run of reiditions produced around 2000. Nice fr...
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1990s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Birch
Ilmari Tapiovaara teak cutting board or serving tray for Artek, Finland, 1960s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Artek
Located in Forserum, SE
A beautiful cutting board or serving tray, crafted from solid teak and featuring a relief pattern of a tree branch. Designed in the 1960s by Finnish architect Ilmari Tapiovaara for A...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Teak
Ilmari Tapiovaara Modular Bookshelf "Pala" In Teak, Asko 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Asko
Located in Helsinki, FI
This monumental bookshelf "Pala" is by Finnish designer Ilmari Tapiovaara (1914-1999) for Asko. A perfect example of a mid 20-th century bookshelf design from the 1950-1960s.
It is ...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Teak
Hongisto
Pine Dining Table by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Laukaan Puu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ilmari Tapiovaara 'Hongisto' pine dining table. The handsomely deigned table top consists of two pieces of pine wood (a favorite material for the designer) joined together. Born in ...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Pine
Vintage Black "Mademoiselle" Chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Asko
Located in Karis, Nyland
Classic lounge chair "Mademoiselle" designed by Finnish designer Ilmari Tapiovaara and manufactured by Asko. Firstly designed in 1956.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Wood, Paint
$1,524 Sale Price
20% Off
Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù Bookcase
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Waalwijk, NL
IImari Tapiovaara for Permanente Mobili Cantù, bookcase, teak, colored fabric, Italy, design 1957
This grand bookcase, executed in teak, is designed by the Finnish designer Ilmari T...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù Bookcase in Teak and Walnut
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Waalwijk, NL
IImari Tapiovaara for Esposizione Permanente Mobili Cantù, bookcase, teak, walnut veneer, Italy, 1957
This impressive bookcase, crafted in teak and walnut, was submitted to the Sele...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Teak, Walnut
Dining chairs by Ilmari Tapivaara 1970s 1 of 4
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Stol Kamnik
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Dining chairs in wood colour 1970s by STOL KAMNIK.
Nice vintage set of four beautiful chairs.
Pictures talk of quality.
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1970s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Original pair of Fanett chairs from the 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Brescia, IT
Pair of Fanett chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara, Danish production 1950s, with beech frame and original label.
Original pair of Fanett chairs designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara, produced in D...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Beech
Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù Double Bed Walnut Leather
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ilmari Tapiovaara for Esposizione La Permanente Mobili, double bed, walnut, leather, Italy, circa 1960.
This exceptionally rare bed is designed by Finnish designer Ilmari Tapiovaara...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Ilmari Tapiovaara, ‘Pirkka’ Stools, 1955
By Laukaan Puu, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful stools designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu, Finland 1955 in pinewood and black lacquered dowel legs, marked.
Priced individually.
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Pine
$1,300 / item
Ilmari Tapiovaara Bookcase Produced by La Permanente Mobili
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare and large freestanding bookcase designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara. Produced by La Permanente Mobili, Cantù in Italy.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid century Chrome Black leather 3 seat bench by Ilmari Tapiovaara Finland
By Stendig Co., Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Chrome Black leather 3 seat Bench Early production by Designer Ilmari Tapiovaara for Stendig furniture chrome bench with original label. Made in Finland. Located in Brook...
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Chrome
$3,360 Sale Price
20% Off
Ilmari Tapiovaara Desk or Table for Laukaan Puu
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Laukaan Puu
Located in Miami, FL
Table by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu. Works also well as desk. The table is signed.
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Pine
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
Materials
Wood
Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù Bookcases in Walnut
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Waalwijk, NL
IImari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù, bookcases, walnut, fabric, Italy, 1957
These library units, crafted from walnut, are the work of Finnish designer Ilmari Tapiovaara...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Walnut, Fabric
Pair of Commissioned Ilmari Tapiovaara Lounge Chairs, Sheepskin, Merivaara 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of chairs by Tapiovaara that are quite rare and were designed for a private residence. Tapiovaara had quite a lot of those commisions through his interior design office. The chairs are of a metal frame with brass details and cushons upholstered in natural sheepskin.
Included is a picture of 2 similar chairs at the Design Museom exhibition in Helsinki in 2014, which marked the 100 anniversary (he was born in 1914) of Tapiovaara´s birth.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Metal, Brass
Ilmari Tapiovaara Set of Six ‘Domus’ Dining Chairs in Black Stained Teak
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ilmari Tapiovaara, set of six armchairs, stained teak, metal, Finland, 1953
This is a wonderful set of early ‘Domus’ armchairs by Finnish designer Ilmari Tapiovaara. Executed in a b...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Metal
Ilmari Tapiovaara Bookcase Produced by Asko in Finland
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare and large freestanding bookcase designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara. Produced by Asko in Finland.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Teak, Lacquer
Model Domus Chair, Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model Domus chair, designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1950s. Birch. The chair is refinished. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.
Yrjö Ilmari Tapiovaara wa...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Birch
Ilmari Tapiovaara, "Domus" Lounge Chair, Plywood, Finland, 1940s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in High Point, NC
A moulded plywood "Domus" lounge chair designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara and produced by Keravan Puuteollisuus, Finland, 1940s.
Seat Height (inches): 12"
Arm Height (inches): 21.63"
A...
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Plywood
Pair of Ilmari Tapiovaara Pirkka chairs, Laukaan Puu, Finland 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Laukaan Puu
Located in Helsinki, FI
The iconic Pirkka chair was designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara in the mid-1950s and produced by Laukaan Puu and later by Asko. It quickly became a favourite among modern furniture enthusi...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Pine
Rocking Chair by Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Asko
Located in Berlin, DE
Wooden and wicker rocker designed by Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard.
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1960s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Wood
Suite de 8 chaises scandinaves vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara pour Asko en pin
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Asko
Located in BESANÇON, FR
8 chaises vintage des années 70, en pin, de Ilmari Tapiovaara pour Asko, bon état général avec marques et patine du temps qui passe.
Ref 250 512
Hauteur : 79 cm
Largeur : 45 cm
Profo...
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1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Pine
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
Materials
Birch
Mademoiselle mid century easy chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Edsbyverken, Sweden
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Edsby-verken
Located in Forserum, SE
Mademoiselle easy chair designed by renowned Finnish architect Ilmari Tapiovaara for Edsbyverken, Sweden, 1956. This striking piece features solid beech dowels and a contoured plywoo...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Beech, Plywood
Dining table Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Milano, IT
Il tavolo è nelle condizioni perfette.In the quiet embrace of the 1950s, Ilmari Tapiovaara created a dining table that has since become a timeless masterpiece: a symphony of wood tha...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Wood
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
Materials
Wood
Finnish Design Pirrka Stools by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Artek, Finland
By Artek, Ilmari Tapiovaara
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
Mid-Century Modern Italian Set of 4 Leather D Dining Chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian set of 4 cognac leather and dark beech wood dining chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù.
The chairs are in really good vintage condi...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Leather, Beech
20th Century, Ilmari Tapiovaara Set of Six Wooden Chairs, 1960s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Turin, Turin
Finnish Ilmari Tapiovaara, was one of the greatest designers of the twentieth century, a leading exponent of post-war Scandinavian design. Gifted with extraordinary talent, he became...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Fabric, 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
Materials
Birch
Ilmari Tapiovaara Table Desk Lamp "Maija the Bee" by Hienoteräs, Finland 1950s
By Asko, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare Finnish mid century round desk table lamp with white lacquered cylindrical aluminum shades and brass feet by Ilmari Tapiovaara pro...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Ilmari Tapiovaara, "Maya the bee" table lamp, 1950s, Hienoteräs
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Hienoterä, Asko
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Discover the timeless elegance of the Ilmari Tapiovaara "Maya the Bee" table lamp from the 1950s, an iconic Finnish table lamp inspired by the beloved children's book character. Manu...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Aluminum, Brass
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
Materials
Leather, Plywood
Mid Century Modern llmari Lappalainen "Pulkka" Lounge Chair with Ottoman
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous form and comfort. Designed by Lappalainen, circa 1962. Rigid aluminum chair frame has three positions, seat lifts off frame for repositioning. Arms have flexibility, and are covered in leather. Ottoman size 22 W x 20 L x 12 H, and is original. Leather is worn and has some tears. Needs Restoration
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1950
s "Maija the Bee" floor lamp, Hienoteräs
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Hienoterä
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Experience a touch of timeless elegance with Ilmari Tapiovaara's 1950s "Maija the Bee" floor lamp. Where our passion for Scandinavian Vintage Design defines us, we offer this iconic ...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Pirkka Stool by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Laukaan Puu
Located in Berlin, DE
Pirkka stool by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu. Features a sculpted pine seat with signature central split and black lacquered birch legs. Branded stamps on the underside confirm ...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Pine
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
Materials
Pine
Set of 4 Scandinavian Fanett chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara
By Edsby-verken, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Brescia, IT
Four Fanett chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Edsby Verken, Sweden 1960s. Beech frame and molded teak seat.
Set of 4 Fanett model chairs designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara and produced by ...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Beech, Teak
Table set designed by IIlmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu, Finland 1960s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Laukaan Puu
Located in Delft, NL
Pinewood "Hongisto" Table set designed by IIlmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu, Finland 1960s
A lovely dining set table from the “Hongisto” series by Ilmari Tapiovaara, manufactured b...
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Mid-20th Century Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Pine
Ilmari Tapiovaara
Maija
Pendant Lamp in Brass and White for Santa
Cole
By Santa
Cole, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Glendale, CA
Ilmari Tapiovaara 'Maija' pendant lamp in brass and white for Santa & Cole
Founded in 1985 in Barcelona, Santa & Cole produces iconic pieces by such luminaries as llmari Tapiovaara,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
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
Materials
Metal, Brass
Rare Ilmari Tapiovaara for Lukkiseppo
Chaco
Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ilmari Tapiovaara for Lukkiseppo, 'Chaco' armchair, leather, pine, brass, rope, Finland, design 1958, made 1959
We present an exquisite lounge chairs known as 'Chaco', meticulously...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Brass
Modernist "Maija the Bee" Floor Lamp, Ilmari Tapiovaara, Finland, 1950s
By Asko, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking “Maija Mehiläinen” (“Maija the Bee”) floor lamp by Ilmari Tapiovaara. Stacked white lacquered lamellas let out a soft light, contrasting industrial looking base. Rattan deta...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Rocking Chair By Ilmari Tapiovaara Circa 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Gloucester, GB
Mid Century Rocking Chair By Ilmari Tapiovaara Circa 1950s
- Solid Beech seat and frame
- By Ilmari Tapiovaara
- Finnish ~ 1950s
- 57cm wide x 83cm deep x 92cm tall
- 45cm seat heig...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Beech
Mid Century Rocking Chair By Ilmari Tapiovaara Circa 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Gloucester, GB
Mid Century Rocking Chair By Ilmari Tapiovaara Circa 1950s
- Solid Beech seat and frame
- By Ilmari Tapiovaara
- Finnish ~ 1950s
- 57cm wide x 83cm deep x 92cm tall
- 45cm seat heig...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Beech
Set of Two Chest of Drawers, Ilmari Tapiovaara, Asko, 1960s
By Asko, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Set of two chest of drawers by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko, 1960s. Teak. Good vintage condition, patina and wear consistent with age and use. The drawers are sold together.
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
Materials
Teak
$9,173 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Midcentury Teak Commodes by Ilmari Tapiovaara, Asko, Finland, 1960s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Asko
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of chests of drawers by Ilmari Tapiovaara, made from teak. Clean design with slanted fronts that create a very cool silhouette and play with light.
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Teak
Rare
Pirkka
design dining room set by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu 1955
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Laukaan Puu
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Experience the timeless elegance of mid-century modern design with the Pirkka dining room set by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu, created in 1955. This exquisite set embodies the perfect blend of form and function, making it a standout addition to any dining space. The set consits of the large Pirkka table and 6 Pirkka chairs all marked.
Ilmari Tapiovaara, a celebrated Finnish designer, is renowned for his innovative approach and dedication to craftsmanship. The Pirkka set showcases his genius with its clean lines, minimalist aesthetic, and impeccable balance of practicality and beauty.
Crafted from high-quality materials, the set features a combination of solid pine and birch, offering a warm, natural finish that highlights the wood’s rich grain and texture. The design’s simplicity and robustness ensure durability, making it a lasting centerpiece for your dining area.
The Pirkka set includes the large model dining table and 6 matching chairs...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Wood
Early Domus Chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Knoll, 1948-1950
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Centreville, VA
A masterpiece of modern furniture design, the Domus Chair was created as part of a series of furniture for the Domus Academica student housing complex in Helsinki.
Comfortable enou...
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Wood
Maija 15 by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Santa
Cole
By Santa
Cole, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Los Angeles, CA
About Maija 30
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 closes...
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Metal
$1,314 / item
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
Pair of Scandinavian Fanett chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Edsby-verken
Located in Brescia, IT
Fanett chairs designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara and produced by Edsby Verken in the 1960s, in beech and shaped teak.
Pair of Fanett model chairs designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara and produc...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara Furniture
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Beech, Teak
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
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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