Artek, a Finnish house established in 1935 by Alvar and Aino Aalto, Maire Gullichsen, and Nils-Gustav Hahl, perpetuates the heritage of Nordic functionalism with a particular focus on the use of wood. Among its iconic armchairs are Alvar Aalto's Armchair 400 "Tank Chair," Armchair 41 "Paimio," and Armchair 42, all recognizable by their clean lines and bent wood structures. The company remains true to its original philosophy that combines art, industry, design, and technology to create timeless pieces.
