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Armchair 41, Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898–1976), Designed 1932, Birch veneer; plywood

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Chair · New York

Armchair 41

Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898–1976) · New York · Designed 1932

Medium: Birch veneer; plywood
Dimensions: 25.2 x 23.7 x 33.9 in. (64.1 x 60.2 x 86 cm)
Accession: 1979.51
Credit line: Gift of Marilyn Kaeli in memory of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Earle F. Kaeli

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