Alvar Aalto (1898 – 1976) was a Finish architect and designer.

His designs encompass His work includes architecture, furniture, textiles and glassware.

He developed numerous designs for moulded laminated timber (plywood) during the 1930s, including a revolutionary L-shaped leg that was used in much of his furniture.

The success of these designs enabled him and his wife Aino to found the furniture manufacturing company Artek in Helsinki in 1935.

Aalto glassware is manufactured by Iittala.

Aalto’s work, which was well received in Britain and America during the 1930s and ’40s, was produced by Finmar, a British subsidiary, and later more...

Alvar Aalto was born in Kuortane, Finland, in 1898. He studied architecture at the Helsinki University of Technology, graduating in 1921. After graduating, he worked in the offices of several architects before opening his own practice in 1923.

His early work was influenced by the International Style, but he soon developed his own unique style, which combined elements of functionalism and organicism.

Alvar Aalto's architecture is also characterized by its organic forms and its integration with nature. In the early years of his career, Aalto worked in Jyväskylä, Finland, and designed a number of buildings that showcased a blend more...

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

Aalto Screen, Lacquered Pine, Artek, 1936

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), screen 100, designed 1936, manufactured by Artek, lacquered pine, height 150 cm width 200 cm. Provenance: Anibou, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), High-back armchair, model 406,…

Alvar Aalto High-Back Armchair by Artek

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), High-back armchair, model 406, designed 1939/ c. 2021, manufactured by Artek, birch frame with white finish, beige and black cross-webbing, retains manufacturer's label, height 92 cm. Provenance: Anibou, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), low bench, model 153B,…

Aalto Birch Bench by Artek

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), low bench, model 153B, designed 1945, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch, height 44 cm width 112 cm depth 40 cm. Provenance: Anibou, Sydney

In the manner of Alvar Aalto W magazine rack, orange painted…

Orange Plywood Magazine Rack in Alvar Aalto Style

In the manner of Alvar Aalto W magazine rack, orange painted moulded plywood., Finlan cm deep, c 1970s, 39 cm high, 36 cm wide, 36 cm deep

An Alvar Aalto table

Aalto Table: Iconic Finnish Design

An Alvar Aalto table

Alvar Aalto chair 66 for Artek, solid birchwood, stamped to…

Alvar Aalto Birchwood Chair for Artek

Alvar Aalto chair 66 for Artek, solid birchwood, stamped to base, Finlan cm deep, c 2019, 80 cm high, 38 cm wide, 42 cm deep

Alvar Aalto set of four Artek 64 birch bar stools

Set of 4 Alvar Aalto Birch Bar Stools

Alvar Aalto set of four Artek 64 birch bar stools

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of stool 60s, designed…

Aalto Birch Stool Pair with Black Seats

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of stool 60s, designed 1933, birch, three legs, laminated black seats, flathead screws (2) height 44.5 cm diameter 34.5 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Denmark.

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), pair of stools 60, designed…

Aalto Birch Stools with White Laminated Seats

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of stools 60, designed 1933, manufactured by Artek, birch with white laminated seats, three legs, retains manufacturer's label (2), height 44 cm. Provenance: Anibou, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), stool 60, designed 1933,…

Alvar Aalto's Three-Legged Stool

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), stool 60, designed 1933, manufactured by Artek, laminated black birch, three legs, retains manufacturer's label, height 44 cm. Provenance: Anibou, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976, two stools 60, designed 1933,…

Alvar Aalto Birch Stools with Laminated Seats

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976, two stools 60, designed 1933, manufactured by Artek, birch with black and teal laminated seats, three legs, retains manufacturer's label (2), height 44 cm. Provenance: Anibou, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of wall shelves, model…

Aalto Wall Shelves by Artek (4)

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of wall shelves, model 112B, designed 1936, manufactured by Artek, laminated birch, together with two more model 112B shelves that have been shortened (A/F) (4), height 25 cm width 90 cm depth 36 cm (originals);…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), bench 153A, designed 1945,…

Aalto Birch Bench by Artek

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), bench 153A, designed 1945, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch, height 44 cm width 112 cm depth 40 cm

An Alvar Aalto arm chair with black webbing, 91 cm high, 60 cm…

Black Alvar Aalto Armchair with Webbing

An Alvar Aalto arm chair with black webbing, 91 cm high, 60 cm wide, 71 cm deep

A pair of Alvar Aalto dining chairs, 1960s, Finland. Originally…

Alvar Aalto Dining Chairs, Birch, 1960s

A pair of Alvar Aalto dining chairs, 1960s, Finland. Originally designed in 1935. Made from birch with a patented L-leg structure. Aalto's 'Chair 66' design is part of the permanent collection of MoMA, New York. Height 76.5 cm, width 37.5 cm, depth 40 cm

A set of four Alvar Aalto dining chairs, 1960s, Finland.…

Alvar Aalto Birch Dining Chairs, Set of Four

A set of four Alvar Aalto dining chairs, 1960s, Finland. Originally designed in 1935. Made from birch with a patented L-leg structure. Aalto's 'Chair 66' design is part of the permanent collection of MoMA, New York. Height 76.5 cm, width 37.5 cm, depth 40…

Alva Aalto for Artek, pair of cantilevered 'Model 406' chairs,…

Aalto's 'Model 406' Cantilever Chairs: 1960s Birch with Cane

Alva Aalto for Artek, pair of cantilevered 'Model 406' chairs, originally designed in 1939, these examples likely manufactured in the 1960s, in laminated birch with original cane webbing

Alvar Aalto for Artek, 81B table, in birch with white laminate…

Artek Birch 81B Table: White Laminate Top, 72x75x150cm

Alvar Aalto for Artek, 81B table, in birch with white laminate top, 72 x 75 x 150 cm

Garth Chester, an original pair of Curvesse chairs, designed in…

The Iconic Curvesse Chair: A Lost Design Legacy

Garth Chester, an original pair of Curvesse chairs, designed in 1944, the Curvesse chair is an icon of New Zealand design. Author Douglas Loyd-Jenkins, in his book at home: a century of New Zealand design, notes that the Curvesse chair was the first…

Alvar Aalto for Artek, 153B bench, laminated birch construction…

Artek's Alvar Aalto 153B: Curvilinear Birch Bench, 45x72x40cm

Alvar Aalto for Artek, 153B bench, laminated birch construction and with curvilinear legs, 45 x 72 x 40 cm

Alvar Aalto model 83 dining table for Artek, birch bentwood…

Aalto Model 83 Dining Table: Birch Bentwood with Laminate Top

Alvar Aalto model 83 dining table for Artek, birch bentwood with a white laminate top, Finland, designed 1933, 72 cm high, 150 cm wide, 75 cm deep

Aino Aalto pitcher and nine tumblers for Iittala, clear glass…

Aino Aalto Pitcher & Tumblers: Water-Inspired Glassware from Finland

Aino Aalto pitcher and nine tumblers for Iittala, clear glass with ripples inspired by water. Pitcher retains Iittala sticker and the tumblers are marked to their undersides, Finland, designed 1930s, pitcher: 17 cm high, 13.5 cm wide, 19.5 cm deep,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), High-back Armchair, Model 406,…

Aalto High-back Armchair, Model 406, Artek, 1939/2006, Provenance: Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), High-back Armchair, Model 406, designed 1939/ c. 2006, manufactured by Artek, birch frame and black cross-webbing canvas, retains manufacturer's label, height 92 cm. Provenance: Anibou, Sydney, Private Collection, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Tea Trolley, Model 901,…

Aalto Tea Trolley: Hella Jongerius Reinterpretation, Artek, 1936/2020

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Tea Trolley, Model 901, designed 1936 / c. 2020, manufactured by Artek, Hella Jongerius re-interpretation version, black lacquered birch frame with peat linoleum top tray, bottom tray charcoal linoleum, wheels peat…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Circular Table, Model 90A,…

Aalto Circular Table, Model 90A, Lacquered Birch, Private Collection

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Circular Table, Model 90A, designed 1935, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch, height 72 cm diameter 100 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Circular Table, Model 90B,…

Aalto Circular Table, Model 90B, Lacquered Birch, 1935

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Circular Table, Model 90B, designed 1935, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch, retains manufacturer's label, height 60 cm diameter 60 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Rectangular Table, Model 86,…

Aalto Rectangular Table by Artek in Original Packaging, 1935

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Rectangular Table, Model 86, designed 1935, manufactured by Artek, birch with white laminate table top, supported by four 'L' form legs, remaining in original packaging, height 74 cm width 210 cm depth 100 cm. Provenance:…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Low Bench, Model 153,…

Aalto Low Bench, Model 153, Lacquered Birch, Artek, Sydney Collection

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Low Bench, Model 153, designed 1945, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch, height 44 cm length 72.5 cm. Provenance: Anibou, Sydney, Private Collection, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Set of Eight Chairs, Model…

Alvar Aalto Model 611 Chairs, Set of Eight, c. 2008

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Set of Eight Chairs, Model 611, designed 1929 / c. 2008, manufactured by Artek, solid birch with natural linen belt webbing, retain manufacturer's labels, wear to webbing (A/F) (8), height 80 cm. Provenance: Private…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Pair of Armchairs, Model 45,…

Alvar Aalto Pair of Armchairs, Model 45, 1947/2007

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Pair of Armchairs, Model 45, designed 1947 / c. 2007, manufactured by Artek, solid birch with natural linen belt webbing and rattan armrests, retain manufacturer's labels (2), height 80 cm. Provenance: Private Collection,…

Aino Aalto (Finnish 1894-1949), Side Table, Model 606, designed…

Aino Aalto Side Table by Artek

Aino Aalto (Finnish 1894-1949), Side Table, Model 606, designed c. 1932 / c. 2020, manufactured by Artek, black lacquered top, black powder-coated tubular steel frame with three quarter moon base, retains manufacturer's label, height 45.5 cm diameter 40…

Alvar Aalto a pair of 406 armchairs for Artek, with…

Alvar Aalto a pair of 406 armchairs for Artek, with cantilevered bentwood birch frames and navy webbing. Finlan cm deep c 1960s, 87 cm high, 60 cm wide, 52 cm deep

Alvar Aalto fan leg side table for Artek, birch bentwood with…

Alvar Aalto fan leg side table for Artek, birch bentwood with signature feathered leg design. Finlan cm deep designed 1950s, 56.5 cm high, 70 cm wide, 70 cm

An Alvar Aalto model 100 screen, Finnish, designed 1936,…

An Alvar Aalto model 100 screen, Finnish, designed 1936, consists of thin pinewood strips that adjust, 150 cm high, 200 cm wide

A pair of early Alvar Aalto model 64 stools, Finnish, designed…

A pair of early Alvar Aalto model 64 stools, Finnish, designed 1933, bentwood beech, 75 cm high, 39 cm depp

A pair of Alvar Aalto stools for Artek, Finnish, circa 2004,…

A pair of Alvar Aalto stools for Artek, Finnish, circa 2004, bentwood plywood with grey laminated seats, 66 cm high, 40 cm wide

Two stools in the style of Alvar Aalto, European, circa 1990's,…

Two stools in the style of Alvar Aalto, European, circa 1990's, plywood with black laminate tops, 45 cm high, 38 cm deep

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

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), circular Coffe table, model 91, designed c. 1933 / 2021, manufactured by Artek, laminated black birch, retains manufacturer's label, height 44 cm, diameter 123 cm. Provenance: purchased from Anibou, Sydney

Aino Aalto (Finnish 1894-1949), side table, model 606, designed…

Aino Aalto (Finnish 1894-1949), side table, model 606, designed c. 1932 / c. 2021, manufactured by Artek, black lacquered top, black powder-coated tubular steel frame with three quarter moon base, retains manufacturer's label, height 45.5 cm, diameter 40…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), four stools, model 60,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), four stools, model 60, designed c. 1933 / 2022, manufactured by Artek, part of the Maharam edition, with lacquered birch with 002 Scribe upholstery, retain manufacturer's labels (4), height 44 cm. Provenance: purchased…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), two stools, model 60,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), two stools, model 60, designed c. 1933 / 2022, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch with one white linoleum top, the other grey laminated seat, retain manufacturer's labels (2), height 44 cm. Provenance: purchased from…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), High-back armchair, model 406,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), High-back armchair, model 406, designed 1939/ c. 2004, manufactured by Artek, birch frame and black cross-webbing canvas, retains manufacturer's label, height 89 cm. Provenance: Anibou, Sydney, private collection, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), low bench, model 153B,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), low bench, model 153B, designed 1945 / c. 2003, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch, retains manufacturer's label, height 44 cm, width 112 cm, depth 40 cm. Provenance: Anibou, Sydney, private collection, Sydney

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

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of High-back armchairs, model 406, designed 1939, manufactured by Artek, birch frame and natural linen cross-webbing canvas, minor wear (A/F) (2), height 89 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), low bench, model 153,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), low bench, model 153, designed 1945, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch, height 44 cm, length 72.5 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of bar stools, model K65,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of bar stools, model K65, designed 1935/ c. 2021, manufactured by Artek, black lacquered bar stools, retain manufacturer's labels, height 72 cm, width 37 cm. Provenance: purchased from Anibou, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Dining Chair, Model 611,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Dining Chair, Model 611, designed 1929, manufactured by Artek, solid birch with natural linen belt webbing, wear to webbing (A/F), height 78 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Extension Dining Table, Model…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Extension Dining Table, Model H90, manufactured by Artek, birch veneer table with white laminated oval top and H-legs, one extension leaf, height 72 cm width 165 cm (not extended) depth 104 cm. Provenance: Purchased from…

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 (Finnish, 1898-1976). Set of Four Stools, Model 60,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Set of Four Stools, Model 60, designed c. 1933, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch with black linoleum top, minor marks, two retain Anibou labels, one with lifted wood to the side of seat (A/F) (4), height 44 cm.…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Bar Stool, Model 64, designed…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Bar Stool, Model 64, designed 1935, manufactured by Artek, birch with four 'L' form legs, retains Anibou label, minor marks (A/F), height 65 cm. Provenance: Purchased from Anibou, Private Collection, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). High-back Armchair, Model 406,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). High-back Armchair, Model 406, designed 1939, manufactured by Artek, birch frame and black cross-webbing canvas, one arm separating (A/F), height 88 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Low Bench, Model 153,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Low Bench, Model 153, designed 1945, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch, retains Anibou label, height 44 cm width 72 cm. Provenance: Purchased from Anibou, Private Collection, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Low Bench, Model 153,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Low Bench, Model 153, designed 1945, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch, retains Anibou label, height 44 cm width 72 cm. Provenance: Purchased from Anibou, Private Collection, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Stool, Model X600, designed…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Stool, Model X600, designed 1954, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch with black leather upholstered top, supported by three X form legs, minor marks (A/F), height 45.5 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Day Bed, Model 710, designed…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Day Bed, Model 710, designed 1933, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch slatted base supported by four L form legs, height 35 cm width 203 cm depth 92 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Day Bed, Model 710, designed…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Day Bed, Model 710, designed 1933, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch slatted base supported by four L form legs, height 35 cm width 203 cm depth 92 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Circular Table, Model 90,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Circular Table, Model 90, designed 1935, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch, retains Anibou label, height 74 cm diameter 125 cm. Provenance: Purchased from Anibou, Private Collection, Sydney

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Armchair 41 Paimio, designed…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Armchair 41 Paimio, designed 1932/ c. 2017, manufactured by Artek, birch plywood with black finish, retains manufacturer's label, height 65 cm width 85 cm depth 60 cm. Provenance: Purchased from Anibou, Private…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Armchair 41 Paimio, designed…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Armchair 41 Paimio, designed 1932/ c. 2017, manufactured by Artek, birch plywood with black finish, retains manufacturer's label, height 65 cm width 85 cm depth 60 cm. Provenance: Purchased from Anibou, Private…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Rectangular Table, Model 86A,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Rectangular Table, Model 86A, designed 1933, manufactured by Artek, birch, supported by four 'L' form legs, remaining in original packaging, height 74 cm width 240 cm depth 100 cm. Provenance: Purchased from Anibou,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Three Vases, designed 1936,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976). Three Vases, designed 1936, manufactured by Iitala, cobalt blue glass in amorphic shape, acid-marks to undersides (3), height 16 cm, width 20.5 cm. Provenance: The Estate of Philip Carr

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), set of two vases,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), set of two vases, manufactured by Iittala, clear glass, retains acid stamp 'Alvar Aalto' to base, minor chip (A/F), height 19.5 cm (tallest). Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney