1932 No. 42 Small Paimio Chair by Aino and Alvar Aalto for Artek in Birch Seating The chairs are marked and

The chairs are marked and guaranteed as authentic

This chair was specified with a black plastic seat and oak legs

Glass was one of the most innovative industrial designers of the 20th century

The original upholstery also appears to be in excellent condition with light wear

1932 No. 42 Small Paimio Chair by Aino and Alvar Aalto for Artek in Birch Seating The chairs are marked andThis is a very special and unusual chair. It is an original Armchair 42, Small Paimio, designed by Alvar Aalto and Aino Aalto for the Paimio Sanatorium in 1932. This particular piece hails from approximately the same time. The chairs frame is made from birch, which has been bent to produce a cantilevered shape. The seat and back were created from form pressed birch plywood. The chair measures 29. 5 inches long, 23. 75 inches wide, and is 28. 25 inches