Artek Alvar Aalto Drop-Leaf Table DL81C in Red Linoleum

A vintage Artek DL81C drop-leaf table designed by Alvar Aalto, featuring a birch frame and a warm red linoleum tabletop. Designed as part of Aalto’s versatile table family, the DL81C combines his characteristic bent birch legs with a practical folding extension that allows the table to adapt easily to different spaces and uses.

With the leaf folded down, the table has a compact footprint that works particularly well in smaller interiors. When opened, the additional surface makes it suitable as a dining table, kitchen table or workspace. The red linoleum gives this example a distinctive character and pairs beautifully with the warm tone and natural patina of the birch frame.

The table provides a practical surface while keeping its materials, proportions and construction clearly expressed.

Good vintage condition with visible signs of age and use. The red linoleum tabletop shows marks, surface wear and patina throughout. The birch frame also has general wear and small marks consistent with its age. The table is sturdy and the drop-leaf mechanism functions as intended. Please review all images for details.