Artek Aalto Armchair 41 “Paimio” - Black Color:Black Wayne Thiebaud

Wayne Thiebaud

Okwui Okpokwasili

through July 31

professor of design history and a pro-vice chancellor of Kingston University

Artek Aalto Armchair 41 “Paimio” - Black Color:Black Wayne ThiebaudWhen 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