Artek Tank Chair

The Armchair 400, also known as “Tank,” by Artek is an iconic milestone in 20th-century furniture design. Originally designed by Alvar Aalto in 1936 for the Milan Triennale, this sculptural armchair gained immediate attention for its bold, voluminous form and was awarded at the exhibition, solidifying its place in modern design history.

Unlike Aalto’s earlier works, which were typically created for specific architectural contexts, the Tank chair was developed as a standalone commission piece, marking a shift toward more expressive, sculptural furniture design. Today, Armchair 400 remains a statement piece in living spaces, lounges, galleries, and curated interiors, representing timeless Nordic craftsmanship and modernist design heritage.