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Alvar AALTO (1898-1976) Pair of armchairs model...

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Alvar AALTO (1898-1976) Pair of armchairs model n°400 called "Tank chairs" with bent birch wood structure and seat upholstered in yellow piped fabric. Created in 1936. 66 x 80 x 69 cm (scratches, stains) Bibliography: T. Kellein, "Alvar & Aino Aalto. Design Collection Bischofberger", exhibition catalog, Kunsthalle Bielefeld Verlag, Zurich, 2005. Similar copy reproduced on p. 128 P. Tuukkanen, "Alvar Aalto: Designer", Alvar Aalto Museum, Ram Distribution, 2002. Similar copy reproduced on pp. 35, 174 M. Kries, "Alvar Aalto Second Nature", Editions Vitra Design Museum, 2018. Similar copy reproduced on p. 535 Comment: A pair of birch and fabric "Tank" 37/400 armchairs by Alvar Aalto for Huonekaluja Rakennust työtehdas Oy/Artek - 1936