Folding screen in the manner of Alvar Aalto
1960s
France
Pine
180cm high, 197cm wide, 2cm deep
Alvar Aalto (1898-1976) was a visionary Finnish designer whose furniture defined organic modernism with warmth, elegance, and functionality. His pioneering work with bent wood led to iconic pieces like the “Stool 60” and “Armchair 41.” These designs were part of his work on the Paimio Sanatorium, a landmark project where he explored human-centred design principles. Founding Artek in 1935, Aalto set new standards in furniture production and accessibility, making modernist design widely available.