Sold for:
$7,500
$7,500
One minute point of loss to veneer along upper right corner.
Lower flange detail has separated slightly at end, visible under closer examination and remaining stable.
This wall relief was designed by Alvar Aalto in the mid 1930s and issued by the Alvar Aalto Foundation in 1977, one year following Aaltos death. This work is number 6 from the edition of 10. Signed and numbered to reverse: [Alvar Aalto 6/10]. Signed with stamped manufacturers mark to reverse: [Original Alvar Aalto Wood Relief Alvar Aalto Foundation].
Artek
Finland, c. 1934 / 1977
birch, birch plywood
15½ w × 3 d × 18 h in (39 × 8 × 46 cm)
Auctioneer:
Wright
Date:
2017-03-23
