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Pair of Pirkka stools by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu (first edition, stamped) 1950s
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Here is a superb pair of Pirkka stools (first edition), designed in the mid-1950s by the Finnish designer Ilmari Tapiovaara for Laukaan Puu. Emblems of post-war Nordic design, the Pirkka stools blend vernacular craftsmanship with modernity: a two-part seat, slightly concave for comfort, resting on a black-stained birch base with striking V-shaped cross braces.
Tapiovaara (1914-1999), trained under Aalto, left his mark on Finnish design with rational, robust, and inviting furniture, conceived for mass production without sacrificing the essence of the wood. The Pirkka series (1955) draws inspiration from Finnish peasant furniture and distills its essence: simplicity, functionality, and clean lines. This 1950s example features a beautiful wood patina, an elegant contrast between the brown seat and black legs, and the model's characteristic agile silhouette. Sculptural and versatile, these stools work equally well around a table, as occasional seats, or as side tables, adding an authentically Scandinavian touch to any interior.
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ConditionVery goodColorsBrownMaterialWoodNumber of items1Height40 cmWidth43 cmDepth28 cmSeat height40 cm
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Private sellerTourcoing, FranceOn Whoppah since May 2026 • 0 sales