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), low bench, Model 153B,…

Aalto Low Bench, Model 153B

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), low bench, Model 153B, designed 1945 manufactured by Artek, white lacquered birch, supported by four 'L' form legs, retains manufacturer and retailer's decal label

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of stools, Model 60,…

Alvar Aalto Birch Stools, Model 60 (Pair)

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of stools, Model 60, designed 1933 manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch with white lacquered top, supported by four 'L' form legs, each retains manufacturer and retailer's decal label (2)

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 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

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 90B table for Artek white laminate and birchwood,…

Alvar Aalto 90B Table for Artek in White/Birch

Alvar Aalto 90B table for Artek white laminate and birchwood, Finland designed 1929, 45 cm high, 100 cm deep

Four Alva Aalto model 64 stools for Artek, bentwood black…

Set of 4 Alva Aalto Black Lacquer Stools

Four Alva Aalto model 64 stools for Artek, bentwood black lacquer, Finland, c. 2011, 66 cm high, 40 cm deep

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) mirror, model 192B, designed…

Aalto Birch Mirror by Artek

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) mirror, model 192B, designed 1939 manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch frame with mirrored glass

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), ten Birchwood stools, model…

Lime Green Birchwood Stools by Alvar Aalto (10)

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), ten Birchwood stools, model 60, each top repainted in lime green, retain Anibou and Artek labels (10). Provenance: The Collection of Janet and Graeme Webb, Wollogorang, NSW

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) set of six chairs, model 66,…

Aalto Birch Chair Set with Laminated Seats (6)

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) set of six chairs, model 66, designed 1935, birch, with black laminated seats (6)

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) two side tables, designed c.…

Aalto Birch Side Tables

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) two side tables, designed c. 1935 / 2007, manufactured by Artek, white laminated top, lacquered birch, each retains manufacturer's and retailer's labels (2)

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

Aalto Birch Bench by Artek

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), bench, model 153B, designed 1945, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch, supported by four 'L' form legs, height 44.5 cm, width 40 cm, depth 72.5 cm. Provenance: Ex. Collection of Russell Whitechurch, the Estate of…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair pf 3-Legged round 90D…

Aalto 3-Legged Round Tables by Artek

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair pf 3-Legged round 90D tables manufactured by Artek, natural birch with black linoleum top supported on L-shaped legs (2). Provenance: Private Collection, NSW.

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, 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). 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

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

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 (Finnish, 1898-1976), two stools, Model 60,…

Aalto Stools with Zebra and Leather Tops

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), two stools, Model 60, designed 1933 manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch, one with black and white 'Zebra' pattern upholstered top, the other with black lacquered birch 'L' form legs and tan leather top, retains…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) dining table, model 91,…

Aalto Birch Dining Table with Black Top

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) dining table, model 91, designed c. 1948, birch, with black laminated top

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), coat rack with shelf, model…

Aalto Coat Rack and Wall Shelf Set

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), coat rack with shelf, model 109C, designed 1936, manufactured by Artek, laminated birch with cylindrical wooden bar and metal hooks, together with wall shelf, model 112, designed 1936 (2), height 25 cm, width 100 cm,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), armchair, model 45, designed…

Alvar Aalto Armchair

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), armchair, model 45, designed 1947, manufactured by Artek, laminated birch frame with stretched linen webbing and rattan armrests, height 80 cm. Provenance: Ex. Collection of Russell Whitechurch, the Estate of Neville…

An Alvar Aalto table

Aalto Table: Iconic Finnish Design

An Alvar Aalto table

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 (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

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

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), 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 six 'Model 69' dining chairs, bentwood frames, with…

Alvar Aalto Navy Dining Chairs

Alvar Aalto six 'Model 69' dining chairs, bentwood frames, with navy cotton upholstery, Denmark, c 1960s, 73 cm high, 44 cm wide, 39 cm deep

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) 192 a mirror, designed 1939…

Aalto Birch Mirror with Small Glass Crack

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) 192 a mirror, designed 1939 manufactured by Artek, birch and mirror, small crack to glass

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

Aalto Bar Stools, K65 Model, Artek

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of bar stools, model K65, designed 1935, manufactured by Artek, birch seat with linen upholstery, suspported by four 'L' form legs (2), height 71 cm. Provenance: Ex. Collection of Russell Whitechurch, the Estate of…

An Alvar Aalto rectangular table. Finland. Manufactured by…

Alvar Aalto Birch Veneer Table by Artek

An Alvar Aalto rectangular table. Finland. Manufactured by Artek birch veneer, laminate

Alvar Aalto (1898-1976), a pair of Model 60 stools, designed…

Alvar Aalto Model 60 Stools by Artek

Alvar Aalto (1898-1976), a pair of Model 60 stools, designed 1932-1933 manufactured by Artek, Finland, c.2003 laminated birch, laminex 45 cm high, 35 cm diameter cm labels to base. Provenance: Purchased from Anibou, Sydney

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

Aino Aalto Black Side Table

Aino Aalto (Finnish, 1894-1949) side table, model 606, designed 1932/c. 2018, manufactured by Artek, black lacquered tubular steel frame with seat

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), square stool, model Y61,…

Alvar Aalto Square Stool by Artek

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), square stool, model Y61, designed 1946, manufactured by Artek, laminated birch with cream linen cross-woven webbing, supported by four 'Y' form legs, height 44 cm. Provenance: Ex. Collection of Russell Whitechurch, the…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), umbrella stand, model 115,…

Alvar Aalto Birch Umbrella Stand with Copper Tray

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), umbrella stand, model 115, designed 1936, manufactured by Artek, laminated birch with copper metal tray, height 47.5 cm. Provenance: Ex. Collection of Russell Whitechurch, the Estate of Neville Grace, NSW

A set of six dining chairs in the manner of Alvar Aalto…

Alvar Aalto-style Birch Dining Chairs with Curved Backs

A set of six dining chairs in the manner of Alvar Aalto (Finland, 1898-1976), in laminated birch frames with original black cotton webbing and featuring curved back supports

A set of six dining chairs in the manner of Alvar Aalto…

Alvar Aalto-style Birch Dining Chairs with Curved Back Supports

A set of six dining chairs in the manner of Alvar Aalto (Finland, 1898-1976), in laminated birch frames with original black cotton webbing and featuring curved back supports

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Coat Rack 109C, designed 1936,…

Aalto Birch Coat Rack with Black Hooks

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Coat Rack 109C, designed 1936, birch, with four black steel hooks, length 100 cm

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), wall shelf, model 112B,…

Aalto Birch Wall Shelf, 1936

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), wall shelf, model 112B, designed 1936, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch, disassembled, length 90 cm

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) magazine rack & umbrella stand,…

Aalto Birch Magazine Rack & Umbrella Stand for Artek

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) magazine rack & umbrella stand, for Artek, birch

A set of four stacking dining chairs, in laminated birch frames…

Alvar Aalto-style Birch Dining Chairs with Webbing

A set of four stacking dining chairs, in laminated birch frames and with original black cotton webbing in the manner of Alvar Aalto (Finland, 1898-1976)

An Alvar Aalto style side table, C. 2000, manufactured by…

Alvar Aalto Style Side Table by Magnus Olesen

An Alvar Aalto style side table, C. 2000, manufactured by Magnus Olesen, Durup Denmark. Laminated table top with beechwood edge and legs, height 70 cm, depth 55 cm

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 1932/c. 2018 manufactured by Artek, black lacquered tubular steel frame with seat

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Y61 Stool, designed 1947,…

Aalto Y61 Stool

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Y61 Stool, designed 1947, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch 'Y' legs, with quilted black canvas, height 45 cm, width 41 cm, depth 41 cm. Provenance: Purchased from Anibou

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

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

Aalto Dining Chairs, Artek, Black Finish Birch Frame

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), pair of dining chairs, model 66, designed 1935/c. 2016, manufactured by Artek, black finish birch frame, the round top with four legs, retains manufacturer and retailers decal labels (2), height 77 cm. Provenance: Anibou,…

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Two Stools, Model 60,…

Aalto Stools with Salmon Skin Seats

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Two Stools, Model 60, designed 1936, manufactured by Artek, black lacquered wood with salmon skin seats, retain decal labels to undersides (2), height 45 cm. Provenance: Anibou. Other Notes: Made for the 75th Anniversary…

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 for Artek. Circular birch dining table raised on…

Circular Birch Dining Table by Alvar Aalto

Alvar Aalto for Artek. Circular birch dining table raised on rectangular legs. Diameter 100 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), 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), Coffee Table, Model Y805A,…

Aalto Birch Coffee Table with Glass Top

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Coffee Table, Model Y805A, designed 1946, manufactured by Artek, birch with square glass top, minor chip to glass top, height 46 cm, width 80 cm, depth 80 cm. Provenance: Anibou

An Alva Aalto birch armchair with oatmeal linen webbed seat and…

Aalto Birch Armchair with Linen Webbed Seat by ICF

An Alva Aalto birch armchair with oatmeal linen webbed seat and cane wrapped arms by ICF

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) bar stool, model K65, designed…

Alvar Aalto K65 Bar Stool by Artek

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) bar stool, model K65, designed 1935, manufactured by Artek, birch seat with white laminate top over four 'L' form legs

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Table, Model 80C, designed…

Aalto Birch Table by Artek

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), Table, Model 80C, designed 1935, manufactured by Artek, birch, square top above four L-shaped legs, retains decal label to underside, height 72 cm, width 60 cm, depth 60 cm. Provenance: Anibou

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) pair of bar stools, model 64,…

Aalto Birch Bar Stools with Red Seats (Pair)

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) pair of bar stools, model 64, designed 1935, birch, with red laminated seats (2)

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), 80C Table, designed 1935,…

Alvar Aalto 80C Table by Artek

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), 80C Table, designed 1935, manufactured by Artek, the lacquered birch square top raised on four 'L' form legs, labelled 'design Alvar Aalto Artek 2001 artek.fi, height 44 cm, width 60 cm, depth 60 cm. Provenance: Purchased…

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

Aalto's Birch Stool with Red Laminate Seat

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), stool 60, designed 1933 manufactured by Artek, natural birch with red laminate seat supported on L-shaped legs. Provenance: Private Collection, NSW

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

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), chair, model 611,…

Aalto's Birch Chair with Leather Seat

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976), chair, model 611, manufactured by Artek, lacquered birch and black leather upholstered seat, height 79 cm.