Artek Aalto Armchair 41 “Paimio” - Black Color:Black Okwui Okpokwasili

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Artek Aalto Armchair 41 “Paimio” - Black Color:Black Okwui OkpokwasiliWhen Alvar Aaltos statement making Armchair 41 Paimio premiered in 1932, it was hailed as a revolutionary interpretation of the club chair and set new standards in modern furniture design. The chair, which is an object in MoMAs collection, combines a traditional outline with a light, organic form. Armchair 41s seat is fixed to the design's frame at only four points, creating the delightful illusion that the seat is floating. This construction also