Artek - Aalto bench 168B, solid birch top

Artek Bench 168B, solid birch top.

The Bench 168B from Artek, designed by Alvar Aalto in 1945, is a masterpiece of a lightweight bench combined with a robust design.

The design is defined by the characteristic L-shaped legs made of solid birch wood, a hallmark of Aalto's work, and both the legs and the seat have a lacquered finish.

Artek furniture is made in Finland.

The Aalto sofa 168B excels in its many applications, whether you place it next to the dining table, welcome guests in your hall or serve as a narrow side table in a cozy corner by the window or next to your sofa, it's all possible!

Despite the fact that the design is almost 80 years old, the bench retains a modern and fresh look, which effortlessly complements both your modern and vintage furniture.

Dimensions: Width 150 cm Depth 35 cm Height 45 cm
Seat height: 45 cm
Seat material: Lacquered birch veneer. Core: solid birch, birch plywood, honeycomb.
Basic material: Lacquered solid birch wood
Weight: 12.5 kg
Note: Supplied flat packed. Felt glides installed.

About the designer:

Alvar Aalto (1898-1976) is probably the most famous Finnish architect and designer in the world. In 1921, Alvar Aalto obtained a degree in architecture from the Helsinki Institute of Technology and began his career as an architect. One of the most important assignments he received was the planning of the tuberculosis sanatorium in Paimio, Finland. This project also marked the beginning of Aalto's career as a furniture designer - in fact, this was the first building planned by Aalto that was completely furnished with furniture pieces designed by Aalto himself - including the lighting. Other important projects completed by Alvar Aalto are the municipal library of Viipuri, Villa Mairea, La Maison Carré and the Finnish pavilions for the 1937 World Exhibitions in Paris and 1939 in New York.