Alvar Aalto, Table, model 81B

Description

Alvar Aalto
Table, model 81B

Artek
Finland, 1935 / 2020
laminate, steam-bent birch plywood, birch
29 h x 47 w x 29.5 d in (74 x 119 x 75 cm)

Decal manufacturer's label to underside 'artek Design: Alvar Aalto Made in Finland 2020' and 'Artek Oy AB Mannerheimintie 12B 00100 Helsinki Made in Germany, 08/2020'.

This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.

Condition

Very good condition. This example has minimal signs of use, showing a few faint scuffs and some short thin scratches to legs from use. Ready to place.

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Alvar Aalto, Table, model 81B

Lot 0439

Estimate $500-$700May 21, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT

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Essential Design

May 21, 2026 12:00 PM EDT

Chicago, IL, United States

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