A variant leather seated chair like this one is in the collection of the Sainsbury Centre in Norwich.
This was one of Aalto’s (1898-1976) first designs (1929). The chair was also in close cooperation with the manufacturer Otto Korhonen (1884-1935).
The chair has the original patina, with the birch being waxed, showing marks and loss to the finish in places. The leather has some signs of use as expected, with scuffs, marks and minor losses.
The tops of the front legs have some hairlines to them, these are solid. It looks like they have been glued at some point in the past. The chair as a whole is sturdy and very usable.
Two pins remain where the import Finmar Ltd celluloid label would have been attached. The pencil date and signature is a nice touch.
Additional dimensions information:
The seat height is 45cm.
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About This Piece
Vintage Design
A variant leather seated chair like this one is in the collection of the Sainsbury Centre in Norwich.
This was one of Aalto’s (1898-1976) first designs (1929). The chair was also in close cooperation with the manufacturer Otto Korhonen (1884-1935).
The chair has the original patina, with the birch being waxed, showing marks and loss to the finish in places. The leather has some signs of use as expected, with scuffs, marks and minor losses.
The tops of the front legs have some hairlines to them, these are solid. It looks like they have been glued at some point in the past. The chair as a whole is sturdy and very usable.
Two pins remain where the import Finmar Ltd celluloid label would have been attached. The pencil date and signature is a nice touch.
Additional dimensions information:
The seat height is 45cm.
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| Creator | Alvar Aalto |
|---|---|
| Design Period | 1920 to 1949 |
| Year | 1950 |
| Production Period | 1950 to 1959 |
| Country of Manufacture | Finland |
| Identifying Marks | This piece has been attributed based on archival documentation, such as vintage catalogs, designer records, or other literature sources |
| Style | Mid-Century, Scandinavian Modern, Art Deco, Modernist |
| Detailed Condition | Good — This vintage/antique item may have some wear such as scratches and other signs of ageing. |
| Restoration and Damage Details | Patina consistent with age and use |
| Product Code | ZYW-2344867 |
| Materials | Birch, Cow Leather |
| Color | Blonde, brown, tan |
| Width | 50 cm 19.7 inch |
| Depth | 50 cm 19.7 inch |
| Height | 81 cm 31.9 inch |
| Seat Height | 17.7 inch |




































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