Sold for:
$7,500
$7,500
Few dowel elements have separated over time, showing no visible loss.
Few scattered losses to lacquer of backing board, with some minor impressions along edge. Additional images available upon request.
This wall relief was designed by Alvar Aalto in the 1950s and issued by the Alvar Aalto Foundation in 1977, one year following Aaltos death. This work is number 8 from the edition of 10. Signed and numbered to reverse: [Alvar Aalto 8/10]. Signed with stamped manufacturers mark to reverse: [Original Alvar Aalto Wood Relief Alvar Aalto Foundation].
Artek
Finland, c. 1955 / 1977
birch
23¼ w × 5½ d × 29 h in (59 × 14 × 74 cm)
Auctioneer:
Wright
Date:
2017-03-23
