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Mid-Century Modern Ebonized Wood and Chrome DCM Eames Chair
By Charles Eames
Located in Toledo, OH
Mid-Century Modern ebonized wood and chrome chair by DCM Eames. Very nice condition. Dimensions: 21
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Eames Herman Miller Molded Plywood Walnut DCW Dining Chair Wood
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping to your location. Walnut Dining Chair Wood
Category

Vintage 1950s Chairs

Materials

Steel

Early Pkw-1 Pivoting K-Wire Dowel Wood Base Side Chair, Eames Herman Miller
By Charles Eames
Located in Buffalo, NY
eames‘ chairs are so common and widespread today that you’ve actually seen them far too often. but
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal, Iron

Herman Miller Eames Wenge Wood Veneer DCM
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Extremely rare combination of wenge wood veneer and dark eggplant frame. No veneer chips. Special
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Early Eames Aniline Dyed DCM Chair for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Black aniline dyed wood seat and back DCM (dining chair metal) chromed metal framed side chair
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic Eames lounge chair and ottoman manufactured by Herman Miller. Circa 1990s production in
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman
H 32.5 in W 33 in D 32 in
Restored Rosewood Eames chair and Ottoman
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous restored Eames lounge chair and ottoman. Black leather tuned up, rosewood exteriors
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1952 Herman Miller Eames LCM Lounge Chair Metal Legs with Ebonized Wood Finish
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a vintage Herman Miller LCM (Lounge Chair Metal), designed by Ray and Charles
Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

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

Plywood Dining Chairs Charles + Ray Eames
By Charles Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
classic California design Herman Miller manufacturer mixed woods, birch, ash and walnut
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pkw-2 Pivoting K-Wire Wood Base Side Chair, Eames Herman Miller, Bikini, Seng
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
eames‘ chairs are so common and widespread today that you’ve actually seen them far too often. but
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eames RSR Rocking Chair Elephant Gray
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elephant gray Herman Miller Eames fiberglass shell on rocking base. Excellent grain in the
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Steel

Eames for Herman Miller Terracotta Fiberglass Shell Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original 1960s Eames terracotta fiberglass shell chairs with original H bases, designed by Charles
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handsome classic Eames lounge chair and ottoman. Executed in rosewood and black leather. Cast
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Herman Miller Eames RAR Rocking Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Eames molded fiberglass shell in the fairest color of them all, Seafoam Green. Original top
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Eames for Herman Miller Parchment DSS Shell Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original 1960s molded fiberglass parchment white shell chairs on stacking base, designed by Charles
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Original Eames Fiberglass Shell Chairs by Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage 1960s molded fiberglass side shell chairs designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Vintage Eames Wire Rocking Chair for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A rare satin black metal wire Eames rocking chair with birch wood runners and dark charcoal
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wire

RAR Rocking Chair by Charles & Ray Eames, 1950s
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Uccle, BE
This emblematic rocking chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames in the fifties is well known for its
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

RAR Rocking Chair by Charles & Ray Eames, 1950s
RAR Rocking Chair by Charles & Ray Eames, 1950s
H 29.93 in W 25.99 in D 27.17 in
Restored 1970s Rosewood Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous restored original Herman Miller edition Eames lounge chair and ottoman. Executed in
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Restored Eames Herman Miller Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Simply stunning restored Eames lounge chair and ottoman by Herman Miller. Spectacular color and
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Gorgeous Avocado Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Not a color you see often! A classic Eames lounge chair and ottoman with vintage wood and metal
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Eames RAR Parchment Rocking Chair for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Parchment fiberglass RAR rocking chair by Charles and Ray Eames and manufactured by Herman Miller
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Early Walnut Eames DCWs Dining Chair Wood for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous pair of early Eames DCW dining chairs in walnut. An ergonomic dining chair that is
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Eames for Herman Miller DSS Orange Fiberglass Shell Chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original 1960s DSS molded fiberglass shell chairs on stacking base, designed by Charles and Ray
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Pair of Eames Lounge Chair Metal 'LCM'
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in New York, NY
Iconic pair of Eames for Herman Miller LCM's in later orange and black paint finish. These chairs
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Cognac Eames Lounge Chair by Herman Miller 1970s
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Aachen, NW
This rare lounge chair was designed by Charles & Ray Eames and were produced by Herman Miller in
Category

Vintage 1970s German Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Lounge Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, USA
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This lounge chair was designed by Charles & Ray Eames and manufactured by Herman Miller in the
Category

20th Century American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Design Classic Eames DSX Fiberglass Chair, 1970s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in Renens, CH
Dark blue side chair with metal base (DSX). Designed by Charles & Ray Eames, and produced by Vitra
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass, Wood

Restored Original Rosewood Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair with Ottoman
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous classic Herman Miller Eames lounge chair and ottoman (models 671 and 671, respectively
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Gorgeous Restored Eames Herman Miller Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Simply stunning restored Eames lounge chair and ottoman by Herman Miller. Spectacular color and
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Eames DCM Dining Chair by Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic Eames DCM dining chair in black. Colored ash seat and back along with chrome frame. Self
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Eames DCM Dining Chair by Herman Miller
Eames DCM Dining Chair by Herman Miller
H 30.25 in W 20 in D 21 in
Eames for Herman Miller Rare Fiberglass Upholstered Blue and Orange Dining Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The color combination on this single DSW blue upholstered shell chair with neon orange stretchers
Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eames for Miller Manner Leather Arm Chair
By Herman Miller
Located in New York, NY
Charles Eames for Herman Miller manner cognac leather upholstered wood arm or desk chair on five
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Rare Eames Zenith Rocking Chair for Herman Miller, USA 1950
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A very rare rocking chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames, manufactured by Zenith / Herman Miller
Category

Vintage 1950s American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

“LCM” Easy Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Evans, USA 1960
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An iconic easy chair, model LCM, designed by Charles & Ray Eames and manufactured by Evans in the
Category

Vintage 1960s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Herman Miller, circa 1950
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
The Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman, designed by Charles and Ray Eames, is a timeless and iconic
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Charles & Ray Eames Black Original Plywood Group LCM Chair for Vitra, 1999
By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in The Hague, NL
Lounge chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Vitra, 1999. The Vitra LCM Chair, designed by
Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Early Charles Eames RAR Rocking Chair, Zenith , rope edge / Herman Miller
By Charles Eames, Zenith
Located in Buffalo, NY
rubber shock mounts, a translucent quality to the fiberglass. RAR was the designation given chairs with
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Zinc

Set of 8 Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wood Shell Dining Chairs by Charles Eames
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A complete set of molded plywood dining chairs designed by Charles Eames and produced by Herman
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Eames Molded Plywood Lounge Chair Metal Base (LCM), Circa 1950s
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Centreville, VA
The Eames LCM (Lounge Chair Metal) features sheets of premium face veneer on both sides of the seat
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Evans Herman Miller LCW by Charles Eames
By Charles Eames
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An excellent example of Charles Eames Herman Miller/Evans 1940's LCW (lounge chair wood). All
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Maple

Rare Early Set of Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller Chairs in Zebrawood
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in East Hampton, NY
A set of 4 of beautifully grained early DCM chairs by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in a
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Charles Eames for Herman Miller Zebrawood DCM Chairs, Rare
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in St. Louis, MO
Charles Eames for Herman Miller Zebrawood DCM chairs, rare set. Zebrawood was used from 1954-1959
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Charles & Ray Eames LCW Walnut Lounge Chair for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic LCW lounge chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames in Walnut Plywood and manufactured by
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rubber, Plywood

Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller Lounge Chair
Located in New York, NY
Charles and Ray Eames (American, 1907-1978; 1912-1988) for Herman Miller Mid-Century Modern Lounge
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood

Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Millerr Midcentury Rocking Chair 1960s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
American Mid-Century Modern design rocking chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames and produced by
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eames for Herman Miller Yellow Shell Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original 1960s molded fiberglass shell chairs in yellow, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

VITRA CHARLES & RAY EAMES AMERiCAN CHERRY WOOD WHITE LEATHER LOUNGE ARMCHAIR
By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in GB
white leather upholstered, American Cherry Wood framed, Vitra Eames lounge armchair with the chrome base
Category

20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Cherry

1950s Bent Plywood Lounge Chair Metal Base After Eames
By Herman Miller
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents Late 1950s Molded Chair after Eames for Herman Miller marvelous midcentury chair
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Iron

Mid-Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, Oak and Leather
Category

Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Charles Eames Zenit RAR Rocker Chair First Edition Rope Edge Color Lemon
By Charles Eames
Located in Hamburg, DE
Early production Charles Eames rocker with rope edged fibre glass shell, zinc Eiffel tower base and
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass, Birch

Restored Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair with Custom Blue Leather
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A restored vintage signed and authentic Herman Miller Eames lounge chair and ottoman in rose wood
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Millerr Midcentury Rocking Chair, circa 1960s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
American Mid-Century Modern design rocking chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames and produced by
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

Early First Edition Eames Walnut LCM Chair for Evans
By Herman Miller, Evans Products Company, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Hard to find pair of early LCM chairs designed by Charles and Ray Eames and manufactured in the
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

First Edition Charles Eames Paw Chair Swivel Fibre Glass Shell Dowel Leg Walnut
By Charles Eames
Located in Hamburg, DE
First production, first generation 1949-1950 Zenith Herman Miller, Charles Eames PAW rope swivel
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Eames Evans Red Aniline Dye LCW Lounge Chairs - Matched Pair
By Evans Products Company, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Spectacular matched set of red aniline dye LCW lounge chairs, designed by Charles and Ray Eames and
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen “Organic Chair” Model No. A3501, 1950, USA
By Charles Eames, Eero Saarinen
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Very rare and collectible Eames & Saarinen "Organic Chair", winner of Organic Design competition at
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Plywood

1959 Mid Century RAR Gray Rocking Chair by Eames for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
The iconic RAR chair - Rocking (R) Arm (A) Chair on Rod (R) Base - was designed by Charles & Ray
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

1956, Ray & Charles Eames, Miller, 1st Version Lounge Chair 1956, Ottoman 1966
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This chair is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

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Wood Eames Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the wood eames chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A wood eames chair — often made from wood, metal and plastic — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a wood eames chair — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A wood eames chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made wood eames chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames and Charles Eames are consistently popular.

How Much is a Wood Eames Chair?

Prices for a wood eames chair start at $175 and top out at $14,500 with the average selling for $2,800.

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Questions About Wood Eames Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Eames LCW (Lounge Chair Wood) is made with plywood and designed to mold to the human body and provide the utmost comfort. The chair is not upholstered because it’s already comfortable. Rubber shock mounts are glued to the chair to create a seamless look without the use of bolts and screws. Shop a selection of Eames LCW chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 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, 2022
    The 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, 2024
    Eames 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Whether 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Charles 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    When 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, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2023
    Whether 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, 2023
    To 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, 2022
    Yes, 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, 2023
    To 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, 2022
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Rosewood was the favorite wood of famed American designers Charles and Ray Eames. Rosewood made its way into some of the duo’s most celebrated designs, including the iconic Eames lounge chair. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of genuine Eames furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To 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, 2022
    The 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, 2023
    The 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, 2023
    What 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.