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Aalto pendant A331 "Beehive", white - chrome

Artek

AU$2,311.00
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Colour: White, chrome

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Aalto pendant A331 "Beehive" AU$2,311.00

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Description

Artek's A331 pendant lamp, also known as the Beehive, is a beloved Finnish design classic created by none other than Alvar Aalto. Its distinctive, rounded shape – inspired by a beehive – is composed of a white-painted aluminium shade and polished chrome-plated steel rings, which softly filter light into beautiful striped patterns. Emitting a gentle, diffused glow, the A331 pendant light is ideal for illuminating dining areas or living spaces, either as a standalone piece or arranged in groups.

Introduced in 1953, the Beehive was first seen in the interiors of the University of Jyväskylä, for which Aalto originally designed it. Since then, the A331 lamp has brightened countless homes in Finland and internationally, becoming one of Artek's most iconic lighting designs. With its sculptural presence and timeless Aalto elegance, the Beehive draws the eye even when the light is switched off.

Material
White painted aluminium, polished chrome plated steel rings
Colour
White, chrome
Width
33 cm
Diameter
33 cm
Height
30 cm
Bulb base
E27
Light source
9-12W LED (not included)
IP rating
20
Protection class
II
Voltage
220–240 V
Nominal frequency
50–60 Hz
Certifications and labels
CE marked: tested and approved according to European standards
Cable length
250 cm
Cable colour
White
Cable material
Plastic
Canopy
Included
Ceiling plug
No
Product ID
AK406041

Alvar Aalto

Alvar Aalto (1898-1976) is probably the most famous Finnish architect and designer in the world. In 1921 Alvar Aalto got the Diploma of Architecture at the Helsinki Institute of Technology and his career as an architect started. One of the most important works he was commissioned was the planning of the tuberculosis sanatorium in Paimio, Finland. This project meant also the beginning of Aalto’s career as a furniture designer – in fact, this was the first building planned by Aalto which was entirely furnished with pieces of furniture designed by Aalto himself – including the lighting as well. Other important projects completed by Alvar Aalto are the Viipuri Municipal Library, Villa Mairea, La Maison Carré and the Finnish Pavilions for the 1937 Paris and 1939 New York World Fairs.

In 1935 Alvar Aalto, together with Aino Aalto, Maire Gullichsen and Nils-Gustav Hahl, founded Artek, a world-renowned furniture and lighting company. The company was created "to sell furniture" – designed by Alvar Aalto – "and to promote modern culture of habitation by exhibitions and other means". 

One of the most ingenious innovations by Alvar Aalto is the L-leg, patented in 1933. Aalto considered his L-leg design his greatest achievement and even compared it to the invention of the architectonic column. Thanks to this innovation, the legs could be attached directly to the table, chair and stool tops. Alvar Aalto was a versatile designer whose work covered different fields. He is well-known also for his elegant lamps, which very often were designed for individual construction projects and later on adapted for the serial production. Alvar Aalto was also an esteemed glass designer and his most famous work as a glass designer is the Aalto vase (or Savoy vase) – one of the most iconic glassware pieces in Finnish design.

Would you like to read more about Alvar Aalto and his work? Discover our books:
Aalto, Alvar Aalto Homes, Alvar Aalto Libraries, Alvar Aalto Designer, Alvar Aalto – The Mark of the Hand, Alvar Aalto – A Gentler Structure for Life, Alvar Aalto Architect vol. 5, Alvar Aalto Architect vol. 18, Alvar Aalto Architect vol. 20, Iittala, Atlas of Mid-Century Modern Houses, Mid-Century Modern Design, Modernist Escapes: An Architectural Travel Guide

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    Mirja M | Verified Customer

    Jyväskylä, Finland

    5

    Täydellisen kaunis.

    6 months ago

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    Sari W | Verified Customer

    Switzerland

    5

    On se kaunis!

    7 months ago

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    Hannaleena R | Verified Customer

    Finland

    5

    7 months ago

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