Artek is a Finnish furniture company founded in 1935 by four young idealists: architect Alvar Aalto, his wife Aino Aalto, visual arts promoter Nils-Gustav Hahl, and art historian Maire Gullichsen. The name Artek is a combination of "art" and "technology," reflecting the company's focus on the harmonious combination of traditional handicrafts and modern industrial production methods.

From its beginnings, Artek aimed to promote a modern Finnish design style and make it accessible to a broader public. The company's first collection included furniture designed by Alvar Aalto, such as the famous Stool 60, as well as textiles, lamps, and other household items.

In the 1930s and 1940s, Artek participated in numerous international exhibitions, showcasing the company's innovative designs and functional approach. The company's success continued after World War II, with new designers joining the team and expanding the product range.

Throughout the decades, Artek has remained more...

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Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), screen 100, designed 1936/ c.…

Alvar Aalto Lacquered Pine Screen, Artek, 1936/60

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), screen 100, designed 1936/ c. 1960, manufactured by Artek, lacquered pine, height 150 cm width 200 cm. Provenance: Modernity, Stockholm, October 2014. Private Collection, Sydney.

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) set of six dining chairs,…

Alvar Aalto Dining Chairs with Cream Upholstery (Set of 6)

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) set of six dining chairs, model 612, designed c. 1950 manufactured by Artek, laminated birch, with cream cross-woven webbing and canvas upholstered seat (6)

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) pair of High-back armchairs,…

Aalto High-Back Armchairs by Artek (Pair)

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) pair of High-back armchairs, model 406, designed 1939 manufactured by Artek, birch frame with white finish, beige cross-webbing (2)

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), tea trolley, model 901,…

Aalto Tea Trolley by Artek & Hella Jongerius

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), tea trolley, model 901, designed 1936/ c. 2017, manufactured by Artek, Hella Jongerius re-interpretation version, black lacquered birch frame with peat linoleum top tray, bottom tray charcoal linoleum, wheels peat lacquer…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Pair of armchairs 402,…

Alvar Aalto Armchairs with Green Fabric Upholstery

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Pair of armchairs 402, designed 1933 manufactured by Artek, birch faced moulded plywood with green fabric upholstery, stamped 'Original Alvar Aalto Artek design made in Finland' (2)

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), floor light, model A811,…

Aalto Floor Lamp, Model A811 by Artek

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), floor light, model A811, designed 1965, manufactured by Artek, white-lacquered steel louvered shade, polished brass, stem and base covered in black leather, retains manufacturer's label, height 160 cm. Provenance: Anibou,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), eight dining chairs, model…

Aalto Y612 Dining Chairs by Artek

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), eight dining chairs, model Y612, designed c.1950, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch suspended by 'Y' form legs, black vinyl cross-woven webbing (8), height 79 cm. Provenance: Ex. Collection of Russell Whitechurch,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of armchairs, model 44,…

Aalto Armchairs with Blue Upholstery

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of armchairs, model 44, designed 1935, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch, with original blue wool upholstery, retains manufacturer's labels, visible wear to upholstery (2), height 60 cm width 79 cm depth 62 cm

A set of six Alvar Aalto 611 chairs for Artek, first designed…

Set of Six Alvar Aalto 611 Chairs for Artek

A set of six Alvar Aalto 611 chairs for Artek, first designed in 1929. With maker's mark to the frame under the seat, height 80 cm, depth 49 cm, width 48.5 cm, seat height 45 cm

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), chaise lounge, model 43,…

Aalto Chaise Lounge by Artek

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), chaise lounge, model 43, designed 1937/ c. 2017, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch frame with black webbing, retains manufacturer's label, height 70 cm width 164 cm depth 61 cm. Provenance: Anibou, Sydney.

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), circular dining table, model…

Aalto Dining Set with Circular Table and Chairs

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), circular dining table, model 91, designed 1935/ c. 2015, manufactured by Artek, birch with black finish, together with four dining chairs, model 66, designed 1935, all retain manufacturer's and retailer's labels (5),…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of tank armchairs, model…

Aalto Tank Armchairs with Zebra Upholstery, Pair

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of tank armchairs, model 400, designed 1936, manufactured by Artek, black finish birch frame with black and white 'Zebra' pattern upholstery (2), height 65 cm, labels: Markku Lahti, Alvar Aalto: designer, p. 174,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Pair of Armchairs, Model 44,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Pair of Armchairs, Model 44, designed 1935, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch, with red upholstery (2), height 59 cm depth 79 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney

Alvar Aalto '901' tea trolley for Artek, features two shelves…

Alvar Aalto's '901' Tea Trolley for Artek

Alvar Aalto '901' tea trolley for Artek, features two shelves and a solid birch handle with white laminate on the shelves and wheels. Finland, designed 1936, 56 cm high, 90 cm wide, 50 cm deep

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), tank armchair, model 400,…

Aalto Tank Armchair by Artek with Burgundy Velvet Upholstery

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), tank armchair, model 400, designed 1936/ c. 2017, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch frame with Kvadrat Harald Burgundy velvet upholstery, retains manufacturer's label, height 67 cm. Provenance: Anibou, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), lounge chair 400, designed…

Aalto Lounge Chair with Zebra Print Upholstery

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), lounge chair 400, designed 1936 manufactured by Artek, natural birch, low slung sled base with zebra print upholstered seat and back. Provenance: Private Collection, NSW

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) tank armchair, model 400,…

Aalto Tank Armchair

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) tank armchair, model 400, designed 1936 manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch frame, red velvet upholstery

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of tank armchairs, model…

Orange Leather Tank Armchairs by Alvar Aalto for Artek

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of tank armchairs, model 400, designed 1936, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch frame with orange leather upholstery (2), height 65 cm, labels: Markku Lahti, Alvar Aalto: designer, p. 174, Alvar & Aino Aalto…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), two square tables, model 84,…

Aalto Square Tables by Artek, 1935

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), two square tables, model 84, designed 1935, manufactured by Artek, birch, white laminated top above four L-shaped legs, retain manufacturer and retailer's decal labels (2), height 72 cm width 120 cm depth 120 cm.…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), armchair, model A35, designed…

Aalto Armchair with Anni Albers Fabric

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), armchair, model A35, designed c. 1930, manufactured by Artek, birch frame with black and white 'Eclat' fabric designed by Anni Albers, stamped 'Aalto design made in Finland, height 88 cm width 63 cm depth 76 cm

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), rectangular extension dining…

Alvar Aalto Birch Extension Dining Table

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), rectangular extension dining table, model H94 or 92, designed 1956, manufactured by Artek, laminated birch top supported by four 'H' form legs, with two additional leaves. Provenance: Ex. Collection of Russell Whitechurch…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of tank armchairs, model…

Alvar Aalto Tank Armchairs with Orange Leather Upholstery

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of tank armchairs, model 400, designed 1936, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch frame with orange leather upholstery (2), height 65 cm, labels: Markku Lahti, Alvar Aalto: designer, p. 174, Alvar & Aino Aalto…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of tank armchairs, model…

Alvar Aalto Tank Armchairs, 1936/2005

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of tank armchairs, model 400, designed 1936/ c. 2005, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch frame with dark grey upholstery, retains manufacturer's labels (2), height 64 cm width 77 cm depth 79 cm. Provenance:…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of tank armchairs, model…

Alvar Aalto Tank Armchairs, Birch and Grey Upholstery

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of tank armchairs, model 400, designed 1936/ c. 2005, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch frame with dark grey upholstery, retains manufacturer's labels (2), height 64 cm width 77 cm depth 79 cm. Provenance:…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), tank armchair, model 400,…

Aalto Tank Armchair with Zebra Upholstery

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), tank armchair, model 400, designed 1936/ c. 2019, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch frame with black and white zebra pattern upholstery, retains manufacturer's label, height 70 cm. Provenance: Anibou, Sydney.

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of tank armchairs, model…

Alvar Aalto Tank Armchairs with Orange Leather Upholstery

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of tank armchairs, model 400, designed 1936, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch frame with orange leather upholstery (2), height 65 cm, labels: Markku Lahti, Alvar Aalto: designer, p. 174, Alvar & Aino Aalto…