A limited edition version of Alvar Aalto's iconic 1945 Bench 153, featuring the Kivet (stones) pattern designed by Maija Isola in 1956. This piece blends modernist furniture design with classic Finnish textile art, utilizing marquetry on a birch veneer seat to recreate the hand-cut circle motif of the Kivet pattern. Versatile in function, it serves as both a seating option and a storage surface.
- Limited edition piece combining Alvar Aalto's 1945 design with Maija Isola's 1956 Kivet pattern
- Marquetry application on birch veneer seat creating a shimmering effect
- Versatile design suitable for seating or storage
- Part of the Artek + Marimekko collection
- Alvar Aalto design
- Maija Isola’s Seireeni pattern from 1964
- Contrasting wood grains
- Made from Finnish birch
Details
- Category
- Benches
- Furniture Fixture Material
- Wood
- Pattern
- Organic, Dots, Floral
- Assembly Required
- No
- Materials
- Solid wood, wood veneer, birch
Questions & answers
- How much does it cost, and where can I buy it?
- This Artek bench is sold by 2 retailers from $1,180.00 to $1,240.00. The lowest in-stock price is $1,180.00. Available at rarify.co and marimekko.com.
- Is it in stock?
- Yes. It's in stock at 2 of 2 retailers.
- What are the key features?
- Key features include Limited edition piece combining Alvar Aalto's 1945 design with Maija Isola's 1956 Kivet pattern, Marquetry application on birch veneer seat creating a shimmering effect, Versatile design suitable for seating or storage, Part of the Artek + Marimekko collection, and Alvar Aalto design.
- What is it made of?
- It's made of solid wood, wood veneer, and birch.
- What pattern options are available?
- Its pattern options are organic, dots, and floral.