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Early Alvar Aalto Spring Chair Model 42, Bent Plywood and Birch, Artek 1950s

Creator: Alvar Aalto
Offered by: Haddadin Design

Description
One of the most iconic and finest furniture works from Alvar Aalto, the model 42 chair, also known as the spring chair, "Pikku Paimio" or Small Paimio in English. It is regarded as an iconic masterpiece of design. This model was originally created in the 1930s for the Paimion Parantola Tuberculosis Sanatorium, and helped pave the way for Alvar Aalto's international breakthrough with his functionalist furniture design.

This chair is in very good condition with a beautiful patina. It is from the 1950s and in good condition. It is one of the finest and sturdiest of this model chair that we have had over the years. Not only beautiful to look at, and comfortable to sit in, but also a fine collector's item for Aalto lovers.

Alvar Aalto (1898-1976) is a world famous architect and designer. He was well known for designing his own line of furniture and lighting for the numerous buildings that he designed worldwide. His work includes architecture, furniture, textiles, glassware, sculptures and paintings. He never regarded himself as an artist, seeing painting and sculpture as branches of a tree that stem from architecture.

Aalto's career from the 1920s-1970s is reflected in the styles of his work, ranging from Classicism to Modernism and to an organic style from the 1940s onwards. Aalto and his wife Aino were famous for not only designing the buildings, but the interior surfaces, furniture, lamps and even the glassware for those buildings. Aalto's furniture designs are Scandinavian Modernism at its best, especially his technical innovations on the bent plywood furniture, which in turn had a great impact on Mid-Century Modernist furniture.

Aalto's works are highly sought after and some fetch record prices in auctions and the design world. Of course his works are also widely collected and can be found in numerous private collections and famous museums.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Notes:	This early Aalto Spring Chair Model 42 was manufactured by O.Y. Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas A.B and retailed by Artek.
Origin:	Finland
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Birch
Condition:	Good. The overall impression is good with some signs of wear consistent with age and use.
Creation Date:	1950s
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century, Scandinavian Modern
Book References:	This model chair is featured in numerous books and articles about Alvar Aalto.
Incollect Reference #:	770904

Dimensions

W.	23.62 in;	H.	24.8 in;	D.	29.92 in;
W.	60 cm;	H.	63 cm;	D.	76 cm;

Seat H.	15.75 in;
Seat H.	40 cm;

Message from Seller:

Haddadin Design, located in Helsinki, Finland, offers a curated collection of premium Finnish and Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern (MCM) design, specializing in iconic works by renowned designers such as Paavo Tynell and Alvar Aalto. We are dedicated to providing exceptional customer experiences, authenticity, and high-quality service, ensuring each purchase is a meaningful and enjoyable journey. For inquiries, reach us at +358 505552865 or faris@haddadin.fi