Bench by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1970s

About This Piece

Vintage Design

This bench, model 153A, was designed by Alvar Aalto in 1945 and produced by Artek in Finland during the 1970s. The four L-legs are made from bent birch plywood and the top is made from solid birch with a natural lacquer. This bench remains in a very good vintage condition.

Designer	Alvar Aalto
Manufacturer	Artek
Design Period	1970 to 1979
Production Period	1970 to 1979
Country of Manufacture	Sweden
Provenance of Collectible Items	Former Artek showroom, Como, Italy
Identifying Marks	This piece has been attributed based on archival documentation, such as vintage catalogs, designer records, or other literature sources
Style	Scandinavian Modern
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use
Product Code	EI-190214
Materials	Birch
Color	Blonde
Width	112 cm 112 cm
Depth	40 cm 40 cm
Height	44 cm 44 cm
Seat Height	44 cm
Duties Notice	Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order.

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