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Alvar Aalto Paimio Chair 41
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Paimio armchair 41 by Alvar Alto for Artek, Finland, in natural birch wood with black
Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch

Alvar Aalto Paimio Chair 41
Alvar Aalto Paimio Chair 41
H 25.6 in W 23.63 in D 32.29 in
Alvar Aalto Paimio Chair 41.. Classic Bauhaus Design. Modernist/ Scandinavian
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Buffalo, NY
from a continuous piece of spring birch plywood on a closed frame, the Paimio Chair was Aalto's design
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Bauhaus Lounge Chairs

Materials

Birch, Plywood

Paimio Chair by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Long Island City, NY
Paimio Chair by Alvar Aalto, an authentic edition, chair #41, designed in 1941 by Alvar Aalto for
Category

20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Bentwood, Plywood

Paimio Chair by Alvar Aalto
Paimio Chair by Alvar Aalto
H 25.2 in W 23.6 in D 31.5 in
Paimio Chair Style after Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
We didn't want to let them go, we generally don't have replicas in our gallery but this pair of chairs were begging to be restored. The previous owner told us that his parents acquir...
Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Paimio Chair Style after Alvar Aalto
Paimio Chair Style after Alvar Aalto
H 38.19 in W 19.69 in D 44.89 in
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
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Modern Tables

Materials

Iron

Alvar Aalto Bedside Table for Paimio Sanatorium
Alvar Aalto Bedside Table for Paimio Sanatorium
H 29.93 in W 17.72 in D 21.66 in
Armchair 42 “Little Paimio” Designed by Alvar Aalto, Finland, 1931
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Armchair 42 “Small Paimio” designed by Alvar Aalto, Finland, 1931. Bent birch and lacquered
Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch

Paimio Sanatorium Armchair "Hallway Chair" Model 403 by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Reichenschwand, DE
In the early 1930s, Finnish architect Alvar Aalto achieved a milestone in architectural history
Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Birch, Maple

Alvar Aalto Armchair 41 "Paimio" Produced by Artek, 1963
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced 1963 by Artek, acquired new by previous owner. Designed by Alvar Aalto in 1932, Armchair
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch

Rare Armchair 'Small Paimio' Model 42 Designed by Alvar Aalto, Finland, 1932
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare armchair 'Small Paimio' model 42 designed by Alvar Aalto, Finland, 1932. Painted birch
Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch, Plywood

1932 Artek No. 42 Small Paimio Lounge Chair in Birch by Alvar & Aino Aalto
By Aino Aalto, Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Alvar Aalto and Aino Aalto for the Paimio Sanatorium in 1932. This particular piece hails from
Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Birch, Plywood

Alvar Aalto Padded Paimio 44 Lounge Chair in Birch & Sheepskin, Artek 1950s
By Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
The famous Paimio lounge chair model 41, designed by Alvar Aalto for the Paimio Sanitarium
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Alvar Aalto Armchair 41 "Paimio" by Artek, 1970s
By Artek
Located in Stockholm, SE
Paimio and is considered one of Aalto’s masterpieces.   
Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch

Alvar Aalto Vanity, 1930
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Dronten, NL
structures with their surroundings set him apart. Aalto's significant works include the Paimio Sanatorium and
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vanities

Materials

Birch

Alvar Aalto Vanity, 1930
Alvar Aalto Vanity, 1930
H 28.35 in W 41.74 in D 19.69 in
Model 112b Shelf, Alvar Aalto, 1930/1940s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
works is the Paimio Sanatorium, a hospital designed for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Birch, Paint

Model 112b Shelf, Alvar Aalto, 1930/1940s
Model 112b Shelf, Alvar Aalto, 1930/1940s
H 9.85 in W 35.44 in D 11.03 in
Model 112b Shelf, Alvar Aalto, 1950/1960s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
the Paimio Sanatorium, a hospital designed for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed
Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Birch

Model 112b Shelf, Alvar Aalto, 1950/1960s
Model 112b Shelf, Alvar Aalto, 1950/1960s
H 9.85 in W 35.44 in D 11.03 in
Model 31 Armchair Alvar Aalto, Finland, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in London, GB
alongside his wife and partner, Aino Aalto, on the Paimio Sanitorium. Aalto won the commission for the
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch

Model 31 Armchair Alvar Aalto, Finland, 1930s
Model 31 Armchair Alvar Aalto, Finland, 1930s
H 25.6 in W 25.6 in D 30.32 in
Desk, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950/1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
hospital designed for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak

Desk, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950/1960s
Desk, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950/1960s
H 27.17 in W 68.9 in D 17.72 in
Model 46 Armchair with Floral Fabric, Alvar Aalto, 1930/1940s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its entirety, including furniture and lighting, and this project
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Alvar Aalto Rare Writing Table from Otaniemi Technical University, 1960s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its entirety
Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Model 60 Stool, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1950/1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Sanatorium, a hospital designed for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed the Paimio
Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Birch

Model HB96 Chest of Drawers, Alvar Aalto, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its entirety, including
Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birch

Model HB96 Chest of Drawers, Alvar Aalto, 1930s
Model HB96 Chest of Drawers, Alvar Aalto, 1930s
H 25.99 in W 14.97 in D 27.56 in
Pair of Model N65 Children's Chairs, Alvar Aalto, Artek, 1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its entirety, including furniture and lighting
Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Children's Furniture

Materials

Birch

Pair of Model A622A Flush Mounts, Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Valaistustyö
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
patients. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its entirety, including furniture and lighting, and this
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Table, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1950s
By Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
the Paimio Sanatorium, a hospital designed for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birch

Alvar Aalto Coffee Table, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1930s
By Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
hospital designed for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its
Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Birch

Model 90A Dining Table, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab
By Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
patients. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its entirety, including furniture and lighting, and this
Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Birch, Mahogany

Armchair Model 35, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1940s
By Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Paimio Sanatorium, a hospital designed for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed the
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Birch

Side/Radio Table, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1950s
By Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
patients. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its entirety, including furniture and lighting, and this
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Birch

Early Side Table, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its entirety, including furniture and lighting, and this project
Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Birch, Oak

Model DL 82 Table, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1950s
By Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Paimio Sanatorium, a hospital designed for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed the
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Laminate, Birch

Model 60 Stool, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1930/1940s
By Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
the Paimio Sanatorium, a hospital designed for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Birch, Paint

Model 60 Stool, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1930/1940s
By Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
the Paimio Sanatorium, a hospital designed for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Birch, Paint

Model 296 Chest of Drawers, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab
By Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
the Paimio Sanatorium, a hospital designed for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed
Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birch, Paint

Model 60 Stool, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1930/1940s
By Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its entirety
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Birch

Model HB96 Chest of Drawers, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas AB
By Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
the Paimio Sanatorium, a hospital designed for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birch

Pair of Teak Aalto Model 60 Stools, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1940s
By Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
tuberculosis patients. Aalto designed the Paimio Sanatorium in its entirety, including furniture and lighting
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Birch, Teak

1950s golden brass pair of Ceiling Lamps by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell, Alvar Aalto
Located in Berlin, DE
Alvar Aalto on fixtures for the Paimio sanatorium, Savoy restaurant, and Viipuri library and can be
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Paavo Tynell "80112-25" Milk Glass Ceiling Light for Idman Oy, Finland 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
of Alvar Aalto’s major projects including the Paimio Sanatorium and the Viipuri Library. Tynell was
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Milk Glass

Paavo Tynell Pair of Wall Lamps Manufactured by Taito Oy, Finland, 1940
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Barcelona, ES
company Taito Oy produced fixtures for all of Alvar Aalto’s major projects including the Paimio Sanatorium
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Paavo Tynell Table Lamp Commissioned for the “Hotell Vaakuna” Finland, 1940
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Barcelona, ES
Taito Oy produced fixtures for all of Alvar Aalto’s major projects including the Paimio Sanatorium and
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Paavo Tynell Table Lamp Model “Umbrella” Manufactured by Taito Oy Finland, 1940
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Barcelona, ES
Taito Oy produced fixtures for all of Alvar Aalto’s major projects including the Paimio Sanatorium and
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Paavo Tynell “R4/1704” Wrought Iron Chandelier for Taito, Finland 1930s
By Taito, Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
Finnish architects, Alvar Aalto being the most notable one. Working to incorporate artificial lighting
Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Early Michael Thonet Bistro Dining Table in Bentwood and Cane - Austria
By Thonet, Michael Thonet
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
by Gio Ponti and Alvar Aalto’s expressive Paimio armchair. The No. 14 chair earned a gold medal at
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Antique 1860s Austrian Rococo Revival Dining Room Tables

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

"A2" Wall Lights by Paavo Tynell for Idman, Finland 1970s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
Oy produced fixtures for all of Alvar Aalto’s major projects including the Paimio Sanatorium and the
Category

Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Sheet Metal

Paavo Tynell “K1-9/5” Ceiling Lamp for Idman Oy, Finland, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Utrecht, NL
Oy produced fixtures for all of Alvar Aalto’s major projects including the Paimio Sanatorium and the
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Paavo Tynell "80112-25" Ceiling Lights for Idman Oy, Finland, 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
architects, Alvar Aalto being the most notable one. Working to incorporate artificial lighting into modern
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Paavo Tynell Wrought Iron "1709" Chandelier for Oy Taito AB, Finland, 1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Utrecht, NL
architects, Alvar Aalto being the most notable one. Working to incorporate artificial lighting into modern
Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Wrought Iron

Paavo Tynell Model "2350" Wall Light for Taito Oy Helsinki, Finland, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Utrecht, NL
architects, Alvar Aalto being the most notable one. Working to incorporate artificial lighting into modern
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair Of Alvar Aalto Chairs Model 44 'Padded Paimio' Chairs
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Dorchester, GB
A pair of Alvar Aalto model 44 ‘Padded Paimio’ chairs produced by Artek. These chairs date from the
Category

Late 20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Plywood

Alvar Aalto Early Hallway Chair 51/403 for Paimio Sanatorium 1932, Finland
By Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Turku, FI
Alvar Aalto designed this chair in 1932 for the Paimio Sanatorium hospital for tuberculosis
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch, Bentwood

Alvar Aalto Early Hallway Chair 51/403 for Paimio Sanatorium 1932, Finland
By Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Turku, FI
Alvar Aalto designed this chair in 1932 for the Paimio Sanatorium hospital for tuberculosis
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch, Bentwood

Alvar Aalto Early Hallway Chair 51/403 for Paimio Sanatorium 1932, Finland
By Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Alvar Aalto
Located in Turku, FI
Alvar Aalto designed this chair in 1932 for the Paimio Sanatorium hospital for tuberculosis
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch, Bentwood

Hallway Chair by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Chair no 51, designed by Aalto for the Paimio Centre. Production in the 50's. (see for nice
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Armchairs

Hallway Chair by Alvar Aalto
Hallway Chair by Alvar Aalto
H 30.32 in W 21.66 in D 25.6 in
Alvar Aalto Stool for Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Belmont, MA
Paimio for patients convalescing from tuberculosis; a total Gesamtkunstwerk, Aalto designed everything at
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Birch

Alvar Aalto Stool for Artek
Alvar Aalto Stool for Artek
H 17 in Dm 14.5 in
1960s Golden Brass Ceiling Lamp by Paavo Tynell 'b'
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell, Alvar Aalto
Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE
with architect Alvar Aalto on fixtures for the Paimio sanatorium, Savoy restaurant, and Viipuri library
Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Alvar Aalto Paimio 41 Lounge Chair
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Saint Paul, MN
The Paimio 41 lounge chair, designed by renowned architect Alvar Aalto, epitomizes the perfect
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Birch

Alvar Aalto Paimio 41 Lounge Chair
Alvar Aalto Paimio 41 Lounge Chair
H 25.5 in W 24 in D 31.5 in
Alvar Aalto Paimio Side Table for Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Chicago, IL
Alvar Aalto designed this table, along with several other of his most iconic works, for the Paimio
Category

20th Century Finnish Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Alvar Aalto Paimio 41 Chair for Arket in Black
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an amazing and rare early Paimio 41 chair by Alvar Aalto for Arket. This piece is from the
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Paimio Armchair by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Very famous armchair Paimio n. 41 designed by Alvar Aalto in 1932.
Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Paimio Armchair by Alvar Aalto
Paimio Armchair by Alvar Aalto
H 25.2 in W 23.63 in D 34.65 in
Paimio Chair by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Long Island City, NY
Paimio Chair by Alvar Aalto, an authentic edition, chair #41, designed in 1941 by Alvar Aalto for
Category

20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bentwood, Plywood

Paimio Chair by Alvar Aalto
Paimio Chair by Alvar Aalto
H 25.2 in W 23.6 in D 31.5 in
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Aalto Paimio For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the aalto paimio you’re looking for. A aalto paimio — often made from wood, birch and plywood — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a aalto paimio — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A aalto paimio is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made aalto paimio has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Alvar Aalto, Artek and Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy are consistently popular.

How Much is a Aalto Paimio?

Prices for a aalto paimio start at $195 and top out at $92,695 with the average selling for $4,602.
Questions About Aalto Paimio
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    The 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.