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1939 World's Fair Finnish Pavilion Coffee Table by Alvar Aalto for Artek

$6,840
$8,55020% Off
£5,166.98
£6,417.2920% Off
€6,024.92
€7,488.1520% Off
CA$9,708.69
CA$12,079.4520% Off
A$9,770.67
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CHF 5,670.85
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NOK 65,140
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SEK 67,236.99
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About the Item

A rare and historically significant coffee table designed by Alvar Aalto for the Finnish Pavilion at the 1939 New York World’s Fair, produced by Artek. This piece exemplifies Aalto’s pioneering contribution to Scandinavian Modern design, where organic form and technical innovation merge seamlessly. Executed in richly toned wood, the table features a softly rounded rectangular top supported by Aalto’s signature bentwood legs—an innovation that redefined modern furniture construction through the use of laminated birch formed into fluid, architectural curves. This method, developed in the early 1930s, became a hallmark of Aalto’s work and a cornerstone of Artek’s production ethos, blending art and technology in everyday objects. The table’s association with the 1939 World’s Fair places it within a pivotal moment in Aalto’s international recognition, as his Finnish Pavilion—celebrated for its sculptural, wood-driven design—was widely regarded as a masterwork of modern architecture. The presence of the original exhibition label further reinforces its provenance and historical importance. Elegant in proportion and restrained in detail, the table embodies Aalto’s humanistic approach to modernism—prioritizing warmth, materiality, and functionality over rigid formalism. Its sculptural legs and gently contoured top create a sense of lightness and movement, making it equally compelling as a functional object and a collectible design artifact. A museum-quality example of early Artek production, this table represents the intersection of design innovation, architectural thinking, and one of the most influential exhibitions of the 20th century.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 43.25 in (109.86 cm)Depth: 25 in (63.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Teak
  • Period:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1939
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Wear consistent with age and use. This table is a survivor! It is in original condition. It could be restored to new condition if desired.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AJM1stDibs: LU1273249811632

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