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Authentic Chair 69 in Birch by Alvar Aalto & Artek

Creator: Artek
Offered by: Two Enlighten Los Angeles, LLC

Description
Authentic Chair 69 in birch by Alvar Aalto & Artek. Chair 69 is one of Artek’s most popular chairs, a universal wooden chair in the tradition of classic kitchen and café chairs. With a broad seat and supportive backrest, Chair 69 exudes durability and stability while retaining an elegance of line. Available in a variety of colors and finishes.

Recognized today as one of the great masters of modern architecture, Alvar Aalto (1898-1976) was born in Kuortane, Finland. During a long and prolific career, Aalto designed buildings for almost all key public institutions, as well as standardized housing and private homes. One of the co-founders of Artek, Aalto left a legacy with lasting resonance.

Aalto’s architecture is distinctively Finnish, strongly individual, and marked by a warm humanity. His buildings derive their aesthetic character from their dynamic relationship with their natural surroundings, their human scale, superbly executed details, unique treatment of materials, and ingenious use of lighting.

Aalto began designing furnishings as a natural extension of his architectural thinking. His first modern piece of furniture was created in 1931-32 for the tuberculosis sanatorium in Paimio, Finland. Artek was set up in 1935 to market and sell his and his wife Aino’s furniture, lighting, and textiles, particularly on international markets.

Through his innovations in form and line, Alvar Aalto’s name has also become important in the history of design. In fact, Aalto first achieved fame in Continental Europe as a furniture designer, and only later as an architect. His contribution to furniture design was among his foremost achievements in its own right. Aalto’s furniture and lighting form the heart of the Artek range.

Price is per item. Handmade to order in Finland. Current configuration shown is in birch. The Chair 69 is also available in the below variants. Please specify when ordering.

Seat and backrest lacquer options: Black, white, orange, yellow, green, petrol, or bright red
Seat material options: White laminate or fabric upholstery
Full lacquer options: Natural birch, black, white or walnut stain

In-stock lead time 9-10 weeks. Out of stock lead time up to an additional 8 weeks or more. Please note that inventory can change at any time. For time sensitive orders, please inquire prior to purchasing.

More Information

Documentation:	Certificate of Authenticity
Origin:	Finland
Period:	New
Materials:	Lacquered Birch
Condition:	Good. New
Styles / Movements:	Contemporary, Mid Century, Scandinavian Modern
Incollect Reference #:	304725

Dimensions

W.	17.25 in;	H.	30 in;	D.	18.5 in;
W.	43.82 cm;	H.	76.2 cm;	D.	46.99 cm;

Shipping Information:

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Message from Seller:

Two Enlighten specializes in mid-century vintage + modern lighting, furniture, and décor. We ship worldwide and have a showroom open by appointment only in Glendale, California. Let us know if you're looking for anything or want to drop by and see something. Contact us: 310.592.0464

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