The Stool 64, designed by Alvar Aalto in 1935 for Artek, is a characteristic example of Scandinavian modernism in which functionality, material innovation, and human scale take center stage. The design builds upon Aalto’s research into bent birch wood and his patented L-leg construction, in which solid wood is bent under steam to create a strong and elegant connection between leg and seat.
The bar stool translates this structural logic into an elevated seat, featuring a clear four-legged structure and a round seat. The design is free of superfluous details and demonstrates Aalto’s pursuit of an organic modernity that combines warmth and rationality. The proportions are carefully tailored for use in both residential and public contexts.
Within Scandinavian Modern, the Stool 64 represents a democratic vision of design: reproducible, durable, and aesthetically restrained. The simplicity of form and material makes the model timeless and architecturally versatile, while the structural solution remains visible as an essential part of the aesthetic. Width: 34 cm
Depth: 34 cm
Height: 77 cm
Seat height: 77 cm
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Specifications
ConditionExcellentColorsBrownMaterialWoodNumber of items1BrandArtekHeight77 cmWidth34 cmDepth34 cmSeat height77 cm