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Eames EA116 Grey Lounge Chair
By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Warminster, GB
Rare Eames lounge chair from the 'Aluminium Group'.
Designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1958
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Eames EA116 Brown Lounge Chair
By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Warminster, GB
Rare Eames Lounge chair from the 'Aluminium Group'.
Designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1958
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
1st Generation Eames LKX Lounge Wire Mesh Side Chair 1951
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Detroit, MI
Hard-to-find First Generation Eames LKX (Low/Wire/X-base) lounge chairs, only made one year with
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Wire
Early Rosewood Eames 670 Lounge Chair 671/Ottoman, 1960
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
Early Rosewood Eames 670 Lounge Chair 671/Ottoman, early 1960 with down stuffed cushions. Rosewood
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Early Eames DCM Birch Plywood Dining Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Nice set of early 1950s DCM chairs, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. These are
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Eames Office / Alexander Girard La Fonda Side Chair For Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Doraville, GA
A "La Fonda" side chair designed in collaboration with the Eames Office and Alexander Girard. This
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
1954 Herman Miller Eames LCM Walnut Lounge Chair with Metal Legs
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
been professionally redone at one time.
The chair measures 27.5 inches tall by 22.5 inches wide and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
1970's Herman Miller Eames Rosewood & White Leather Lounge Chair & Ottoman
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A stunning combination of an iconic design this vintage 1970's Eames lounge chair and ottoman is in
Category
Vintage 1970s American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
H 31.75 in W 33 in D 30 in
Eames Designer's Swivel Stool
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Blue upholstered Eames chair on tall designer swivel base with casters. This is an unusual and eye
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
1953 Herman Miller Eames LCW Lounge Chair in Walnut w/ Provenance
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is An Eames LCW Lounge Chair in Walnut, dating to circa 1953. It has the 5-2-4 screw pattern
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Plywood
2010s Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chair and Ottoman Tan Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chair & Ottoman in tan leather. Two sets are available
Category
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 38.75 in W 25.75 in D 32.25 in
1958 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Reclining Lounge Chair in Saran Fabric
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original 1958 Aluminum Group reclining lounge chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
H 39 in W 26 in D 32 in
Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century Early Edition Aluminum Group Office Chair
By Herman Miller
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An Eames for Herman Miller vintage Aluminum Group chair. A beautiful mid century modern chair with
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 34.75 in W 25 in D 26 in
1951 Pair of Herman Miller Eames DAX Rope Edge Armshell Chairs in Greige
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of circa 1951 production Herman Miller Eames DAX arm shell chairs with
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.25 in W 25 in D 23.5 in
1957 Herman Miller Eames DKX Wire Dining Chair with Full Naugahyde Orange Pad
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a single circa 1957 production Eames DKX dining chair with wire upper and fully
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 32 in W 19 in D 21 in
1959 Herman Miller Eames DAX Fiberglass Arm Shell Chair with Green Removable Pad
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a circa 1959 production Herman Miller Eames DAX dining / side chair with dark
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 31.25 in W 25 in D 23.5 in
Eames Seafoam Rope-Edge Zenith Armchair
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller. Distinct thread texture that varies in saturation and density
Category
Mid-20th Century Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Eames Elephant Hide Gray Zenith Rope Edge Armchair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames, Zenith
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of four early, 1st generation Zenith rope-edge armchairs, designed by Ray and Charles Eames for
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Six Vintage Eames Herman Miller Swivel Shell Chairs on Casters 1970s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Baltimore, MD
featured tilt position option.
Measurements: Side chairs: 19" wide, 20" deep, 32" tall, seats 18" tall
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of C. 1953 Herman Miller Eames LCW Lounge Chair Wood Refinished Red Aniline
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"Listed for sale is an original pair of circa 1953 production Eames LCW (Lounge Chair Wood) chairs
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 27 in W 22 in D 24 in
Mid-Century Modern Eames Rkr Rocking Accent Chair 1st Generation
Located in Seattle, WA
Mid-Century Modern Eames RKR wire rocking chair features orange bikini pads for Herman Miller
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid century modern vintage Eames style lounge chair and ottoman
By Charlton Company
Located in Phoenix, AZ
1970s vintage Charlton Company, Inc. mid century modern lounge chair and ottoman in walnut with
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Walnut, Bentwood
1958 Set of 4 Herman Miller Eames DKR-2 Wire Bikini Chairs in Yellow Naugahyde
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of four DKR-2 wire dining chairs, designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Naugahyde
H 32 in W 19 in D 21 in
1st Generation Eames RKR Wire Mesh Rocker by Herman Miller 1951
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Detroit, MI
Charles and Ray Eames designed their fiberglass and wire chairs to be fitted with a wide variety of
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
2010s Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen Organic Chairs by Vitra in Dark Gray Fabric
By Eero Saarinen, Vitra, Charles Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a set of five Organic chairs designed by Charles Eames and Eero Saarinen as part
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 32.75 in W 28.75 in D 26.75 in
Eames for Evans Aniline DCM
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scarce, early red aniline dye DCM dining chairs, designed by Charles and Ray Eames, made by Evans
Category
Mid-20th Century American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plywood
2007 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chairs in Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a single (multiple chairs are available, but the price listed is for each chair) Eames
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
1952 Set of Four Herman Miller Eames Rope Edge SAX Dining / Side Armshell Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
fiberglass dining / side chairs, designed by Ray and Charles Eames. These chairs are the SAX standard chairs
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 30 in W 24 in D 24.5 in
2008 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair in Tan Naugahyde
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
) Herman Miller Eames aluminum group management desk chair in tan naugahyde, the favorite material of
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 34 in W 23 in D 18 in
2010s Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair in Gray Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a single Herman Miller Eames aluminum group management desk chair in gray leather with
Category
2010s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 34 in W 23 in D 23 in
1957 Herman Miller Eames DKR-2 Dining / Side Chairs Set of Five with Orange Pads
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a rare set of 1957 Eames DKR-2 Dining / Side Chairs produced by Herman Miller
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 32 in W 18.75 in D 19 in
C. 1961 Set of 6 Herman Miller Eames Orange Bikini Pad Swivel PKC2 Dining Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
chairs, designed by Ray and Charles Eames. This set is special for a number of reasons. First off, the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 33 in W 19 in D 20 in
2014 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chair in Leather w/ Base
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Executive high back desk chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames
Category
2010s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 38.75 in W 23 in D 17.75 in
1957 Set of 6 Herman Miller Eames DKR-2 Wire Dining Chairs w/ Base & Bikini Pads
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a vintage set of six Eames DKR-2 wire dining chairs with black bikini pads
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 32 in W 19 in D 21 in
Auminum Group Set of 6 High Back Executive Office Chairs Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Herman Miller Aluminum Group chair has been a staple of the upscale business and home office
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 34 in W 25.5 in D 27 in
Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller Black Steel and Birch RKR Bikini Rocker
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller RKR Bikini rocking chair. One of my personal favorites
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 22.5 in W 18.25 in D 27.25 in
1957 Pair of Herman Miller Eames DKX Wire Dining Chairs with Full Vinyl Covers
By Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of circa 1957 production Eames DKX dining chairs with wire uppers and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 32 in W 17 in D 19 in
C. 1988 Herman Miller Aluminum Group Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Black Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original C. 1988 production Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad reclining lounge chair and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 30 in W 26 in D 32 in
1960s vintage Mr. Chair and ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in Phoenix, AZ
iconic piece, and you can set yourself apart from the Eames lounge chair and ottoman. Chair 39” tall x
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Pair of Large French Rattan Lounge Chairs by Janine Abraham & Dirk Jan Roi
By Edition Rougier, Janine Abraham and Dirk Jan Rol
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant and Important Trend-setting Pair of Large French Rattan Sculptural Lounge Chairs by
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rattan
2021 Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen Organic Chair by Vitra in Dark Green Fabric
By Charles Eames, Vitra
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Organic chair designed by Charles Eames and Eero Saarinen as part of their submission
Category
2010s German Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 32.75 in W 28.75 in D 26.75 in
Ray and Charles Eames Herman Miller Molded Shell Bar Stool Chair Kelly Green
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a 2020 production Herman Miller Eames molded side shell chair with bar stool
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
H 45.25 in W 18 in D 22 in
1970s Billy Wilder Eames Chaise w/ New Black Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a circa 1970s Eames ES106 chaise lounge chairs, also known as the Billy Wilder chaise (the
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Aluminum
Early Herman Miller Eames 650 Dining Table with Rare White Base
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
features the early five star base which was also used on the Eames lounge chair. Only produced this way for
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Aluminum
1970s Herman Miller La Fonda Coffee / End Table by Ray & Charles Eames in Marble
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
chromed base. Similar to many Eames chairs, the base is fixed to the marble with shock mounts. It retains
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Marble, Metal
H 17.5 in W 30 in D 30 in
Mal 1956 Chair and Ottoman
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Whimsical take on a Classic Eames chair and ottoman this 1956 chair by Mal Furniture is all plastic
Category
2010s Dutch Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Plastic
Two Double Chairs leather benches Geoffrey Harcourt Artifort 60s - 1960
By Geoffrey D. Harcourt
Located in Paris, FR
Two double chairs, leather reception bench armchairs by Geoffrey Harcourt, Artifort, 1960s.
.
Two
Category
Mid-20th Century British Armchairs
Materials
Steel
H 29.53 in W 51.19 in D 23.63 in
1950s Zenith Elephant Gray Fiberglass Bullet Planter with Iron Tripod Stand MCM
By Charles Eames
Located in Monrovia, CA
''
Above Info: EAMES OFFICIAL SITE, THE HISTORY OF THE EAMES MOLDED PLASTIC CHAIR … eames office
Each
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jar...
Materials
Metal
H 29.5 in W 9 in D 9 in
Hand Carved Wooden Head Scutlpture
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
unknown. Striking details, and standing 13” tall. Photographed with Eames dowel leg chair for scale.
Category
Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Brown Jordan Sol Y Luna High Top Bar Table and Bar Stools
By Brown Jordan, Dan Johnson
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Miller Eames LCW Lounge chair for scale.
Category
20th Century American Dining Room Sets
Materials
Aluminum
Midcentury Boho Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
. Photographed with an Eames dowel-leg chair for scale.
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
Large Bruce Stillman Steel 1981 Kinetic Sculpture
By Bruce Stillman
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Eames Rocking Chair for scale.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Italian Gilt Aluminum and Marble Dining Table
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Miller rosewood and white Eames lounge chair and ottoman for scale in our gallery, which is available for
Category
20th Century Italian Dining Room Tables
Materials
Marble, Aluminum
Mid Century Helmut Schaffenacker, Germany Pottery Wall Plaque Horses, c1960s
By Helmut Friedrich Schäffenacker
Located in Chino Hills, CA
wood furniture and the sleek profiles of iconic pieces such as an Eames lounge chair or a George Nelson
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
H 16.93 in W 10.6 in D 0.8 in
Midcentury Cylinda-Line Serving Bowl by Arne Jacobsen for Stelton
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Made In Denmark.
Measures 5.5" Tall x 9 3/4" Diameter.
The Stelton Cylinda Line by Arne Jacobsen
Category
Vintage 1970s American Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stainless Steel
Lovely Pair of Bentwood Thonet Bar Stools + Cast Iron Cocktail Bar Top Table
By Thonet
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of Thonet Bentwood bar stools with tall cast
Category
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Vintage Jens Risom Knoll Webbed Armchair
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Baltimore, MD
lumbar support making this chair as comfortable as it is beautiful. The removable webbed, basket seat
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Maple
Estelle & Erwine Laverne Originals Modern Rosewood Lamp Table Floor White 1950s
By Erwine & Estelle Laverne
Located in Brooklyn, NY
down on the seat of a tall, sensuously sculptured clear acrylic chair. The chair, as it happens, is a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Fiberglass, Rosewood
H 44 in W 12 in D 12 in
Mid Century Modern Eames LKX Lounge Chairs First Generation 1951
By Charles and Ray Eames, Harry Bertoia, Herman Miller
Located in Framingham, MA
Hard-to-find First Generation Eames LKX (Low/Wire/X-base) lounge chairs, only made one year with
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Early Eames DKW-2 with Leather Bikini Cover
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Providence, RI
& Charles Eames, circa 1950. This example produced by Herman Miller, circa 1952-1954. Retains the 901 West
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
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Tall Eames Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal tall eames chair for your home. Each tall eames chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and aluminum. If you’re shopping for a tall eames chair, we have 107 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect tall eames chair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A tall eames chair, designed in the mid-century modern, Art Deco or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames and Charles Eames each produced at least one beautiful tall eames chair that is worth considering.
How Much is a Tall Eames Chair?
A tall eames chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,800, while the lowest priced sells for $350 and the highest can go for as much as $15,000.
Questions About Tall Eames Chair
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell if a chair is an Eames chair, take a look under the seat or cushion. Authentic Eames lounge chairs are manufactured by Herman Miller and Vitra. If your Eames chair is a Herman Miller original, look for the legendary manufacturer’s specific logomarks on the product (these logomarks can be found on the company’s official website). There is also the manufacturing label, which is usually found under the seat or cushion (unless a former owner removed it). All of the classic Herman Miller designs are paired with a certificate of authenticity. Some designs may also have a medallion attached to certify their authenticity. You can then check trusted online resources to determine if the information on the label is correct for the style of chair (and more info on its construction is available on the official Eames website). You won’t see screws outside of the wood shells on an authentic Eames lounge chair, and prior to the 1970s, original vintage Eames lounge chairs were made with no more than five layers of plywood (during the 1970s, the chairs were made with seven layers). Find a variety of authentic Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
- Is an Eames chair worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The Eames lounge chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames, is one of the most famous and popular lounge chairs in the world due to comfort and support. An Eames lounge chair and ottoman can be very expensive owing to the universally recognized brand names behind the chair (Herman Miller, the Eameses), the use of quality specialized materials in manufacturing and because these beloved furnishings are renowned for their durability (think of it as an investment). The seat has inspired many knock-offs, but authentic versions are currently manufactured by both Herman Miller and Vitra, and vintage Eames lounge chairs can be found on 1stDibs.
- Why is the Eames chair iconic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Eames chair is iconic due to its sleek and handsome design, making it the first lounge chair of its time to depart from more traditional, bulky styles. It is also exceptionally comfortable. This mid-century chair was designed by Charles and Ray Eames for the furniture company Herman Miller. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Eames chairs from top sellers worldwide.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The Eames chair is popular for a number of reasons. Many people appreciate the bold, clean lines of the piece. In addition, some find its gently reclined back and ergonomic cushioning comfortable. In addition, the chair is a famous mid-century modern design that is easy to recognize. Shop a variety of Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024Eames chairs are so expensive for a couple of reasons. First, Eames chairs feature fine materials, such as leather and wool, which are costly to source. Each chair is also made by hand, which makes manufacturing Eames chairs costlier than producing furniture that is made by machine. In addition, demand for the chairs is often greater than supply, driving up prices. Find a selection of Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
- Is an Eames chair comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Whether an Eames chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, part of the reason why the iconic chair designed by Ray and Charles Eames has remained popular decade after decade since its introduction in 1956 is because many people find it comfortable. The chair's shape and the angle of its backrest have an ergonomic design intended to complement the contours of the human body and deliver optimal support. Explore a collection of Eames lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the Eames chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Charles and Ray Eames designed the Eames chair. A married couple, they were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design and have been recognized as among the most influential designers of the 20th century. They produced a line of DCW chairs together in the 1940s and went on to unveil their now iconic lounge chair in 1956. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Eames lounge chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Dining chairs should be around 18 inches tall. Since most dining tables are 30 inches high, 18 inch tall dining chairs allow for a comfortable amount of legroom. As a general rule of thumb, there should be around 12 inches between a dining table and a seat.
- What is a tall chair called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A type of tall chair is a bar stool. A bar stool is a chair that often features a footrest to support the feet and is used at bars and high tables in pubs and bars. You can find a variety of vintage and antique bar stools on 1stDibs to meet any decor scheme.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023When it debuted in 1956, the Eames chair cost $310. Adjusted for inflation, that sum equates to around $3,100 today. The mid-century modern chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames features a plywood base and leather upholstery. The couple dipped a toe in making virtually every type of furniture, including coffee tables, dining tables, desks and even their clever Eames storage units, given the moniker “working art” upon their 1949 debut at the Detroit Institute of Arts. A fitting label, indeed, for all of the couple’s furnishings, even if they’re best remembered for their chair designs. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage Eames chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, Charles Eames chairs are comfortable. The Eameses — Charles and Ray — were fascinated by ergonomics and designed chairs with comfort in mind. The legendary mid-century modernist designer-couple famously called their Eames lounge chair and ottoman “a special refuge from the strains of modern living” and described their design as having the “warm receptive look of a well-used first baseman’s mitt.”
While the couple’s DCW chairs, introduced in the 1940s, prioritized ease of production and affordability of materials, the Eames lounger, which debuted in 1956, was Charles and Ray’s interpretation of luxury furniture. And to the Eameses, luxury meant, above all, comfort.
Find vintage Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Whether Eames chairs hold their value depends on a variety of factors, including how well the pieces are cared for and how demand and supply change over time. Because it can be difficult to predict how the value of items will fluctuate, choose chairs that appeal to you and will work in your space. The Eames lounge chair was a fresh, subversive new take on a classic club chair and a culmination of experimentation by its inventive creators Ray and Charles Eames. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Eames chairs and other mid-century modern seating from some of the world’s top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To restore an Eames fiberglass chair, wash it gently with a soft bristle brush and dish soap in warm water. Use a clean damp cloth to wipe off the soap, and then dry with another cloth. You can use a safe wax for fiberglass to enhance the shine. Shop a collection of Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the Eames lounge chair is ergonomic. The Eames lounge chair and ottoman are created with molded plywood and leather designed to curve to the human form. The Eames lounge chair is a highly coveted furniture item by both home décor enthusiasts and vintage collectors alike. Shop a selection of Eames lounge chairs on reputable sites, such as 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify an Eames fiberglass chair, flip it over and check the underside of the seat for a label. What information appears on the label varies, but most will say "The Herman Miller Furniture Company" and "Charles Eames." You may also see "Zenith Plastics," a reference to the company that manufactured the fiberglass. Some chairs made during the 1960s may have the Herman Miller name in raised letters directly on the seat. Newer chairs may display a "Vitra" label instead of "Herman Miller." A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can help with the identification process. Find a selection of Eames fiberglass chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The original Eames chair and matching ottoman were designed by Charles and Ray Aemes for the Herman Miller furniture company in 1956. The Eames chair is considered the epitome of modern interior design and is widely coveted by home decor enthusiasts. Browse a range of authenticated Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
- Is my vintage Eames chair real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The comfort of an Eames wire chair is a matter of preference, but the chair was designed to be comfortable. That said, the company did design pads to be used with this chair to boost the comfort level for some. The initial pads were found to be too moveable so more stable pads were created in later models. Shop a collection of Eames chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023The original Eames chair was made out of molded plywood and leather. Charles and Ray Eames designed the iconic mid-century modern chair for Herman Miller in 1958. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Eames chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023What makes the Eames chair so special is its innovative design pioneered by Charles and Ray Eames. It features supple leather upholstery and a bentwood frame produced using a handmade apparatus that the duo developed. Ever fascinated by ergonomics, the Eameses carefully calibrated the pitch of the seat. It has enough flexibility for comfort but not so much that stability is sacrificed. This precise shape comes by way of three connected plywood pieces. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Eames chairs.
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