A single white Aalto armchair on a plain white background.
Three Aalto armchairs in red, black, and white side-by-side.
Three Aalto armchairs in grey, purple, and beige arranged in a bright room.
Extreme close-up of the white Hallingdal fabric upholstery.
Two Aalto armchairs, one yellow and one red/grey, in a bright interior.
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Two Aalto armchairs in purple and dark green in a sunlit room.
Close-up of a white Aalto armchair and a birch table in a living room setting.
Artek

Aalto armchair 401

$5,615.00

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$5,615.00
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The Aalto armchair 401 is a modern, streamlined lounge chair designed by Alvar Aalto in 1933. Originally created for the Paimio Sanatorium, it features a high back with small wings for privacy and a sprung seat for comfort. The chair is crafted from lacquered form-bent solid birch lamella and upholstered in off-white Kvadrat Hallingdal 65 fabric, combining traditional Finnish craftsmanship with a timeless, human-centered design.

  • Designed by Alvar Aalto in 1933 for the Paimio Sanatorium
  • High back with small wings for privacy
  • Form-bent birch lamella armrests for stability
  • Sprung seat for enhanced comfort
  • Crafted using traditional Finnish birch methods

Details

Category
Arm Chairs, Recliners & Sleeper Chairs
Seat Type
Padded
Wood Finish
Lacquered/varnished
Upholstery Material
Wool
Lumber Wood Type
Birch wood
Chair Features
Upholstered
Pattern
Solid
Backrest Type
Padded
Materials
birch, wool, viscose, steel, PU foam, polyester

Questions & answers

How much does it cost, and where can I buy it?
This Artek arm chairs, recliners & sleeper chair is sold by 1 retailer for $5,615.00. Available at finnishdesignshop.com.
Is it in stock?
Yes, it's currently in stock.
What are the key features?
Key features include Designed by Alvar Aalto in 1933 for the Paimio Sanatorium, High back with small wings for privacy, Form-bent birch lamella armrests for stability, Sprung seat for enhanced comfort, and Crafted using traditional Finnish birch methods.
What is it made of?
It's made of birch, wool, viscose, steel, PU foam, and polyester.
What's its backrest type?
Its backrest type is padded.
What's its chair features?
Its chair features is upholstered.