$1,063
Four Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) for Artek Model E60 Stools, Finland, mid to late 20th century, designed 1945, birch with round tops supported on four L-legs, two branded "Alvar Aalto Artek Made in Finland 0498," ht. 18, dia. 13 1/2 in. Note: Aalto was a Finnish architect and designer of furniture, textiles, and glassware. The span of his career, from the 1920s to the 1970s, is reflected in the styles of his work, ranging from Nordic Classicism in his the early work, to a rational International Style of Modernism during the 1930s, to a more organic modernist style from the 1940s onwards. He is celebrated as the inventor of bent plywood furniture. Estimate $20-200 Good condition with some minor water stains. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2020-12-08
