$2,625
Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898-1976) for Artek Tank Lounge Chair, Finland, mid to late 20th century, model No. 37, laminated birch and cloth upholstery, with Artek cloth tag, ht. 24 1/2, wd. 30, dp. 35 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 $600-800 Good to very good condition. Upholstery is clean with no rips, pulls or stains. Ready to place. 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
