Herman Miller Seating
American
No other business of its kind did more than the Herman Miller Furniture Company to introduce modern design into American homes. Working with legendary designers such as Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson and Alexander Girard, the Zeeland, Michigan-based firm fostered some of the boldest expressions of what we now call mid-century modern style. In doing so, Herman Miller produced some of the most beautiful, iconic and, one can even say, noblest chairs, sofas, tables and other furniture ever.
Founded in 1923, Herman Miller was originally known for grand historicist bedroom suites: heavily ornamented wood furniture that appealed to a high-minded, wealthier clientele. The company — named for its chief financial backer — began to suffer in the early 1930s as the Great Depression hit, and D.J. De Pree, the company’s CEO, feared bankruptcy. In 1932, aid came in the form of Gilbert Rohde, a self-taught furniture designer who had traveled widely in Europe, absorbing details of the Art Deco movement and other modernist influences. After persuading De Pree that the growing middle class required smaller, lighter household furnishings, Rohde set a new course for Herman Miller, creating sleek chairs, tables and cabinetry that were the essence of the Streamline Moderne style.
Rohde died suddenly in 1944. The following year, De Pree turned to George Nelson, an architect who had written widely about modern furniture design. Under Nelson’s leadership, Herman Miller would embrace new technologies and materials and audacious biomorphic forms.
Some of the pieces the company produced are now emblems of 20th century American design, including the Eames lounge chair and ottoman and Nelson’s Marshmallow sofa and Coconut chair. Such instantly recognizable furnishings have become timeless — staples of a modernist décor; striking, offbeat notes in traditional environments.
Find a range of vintage Herman Miller office chairs, desks, coffee tables and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Herman Miller
1 Herman Miller Orange Shell Fiberglass RAR Rocker by Eames
By Herman Miller
Located in Pasadena, TX
Herman Miller shell fiberglass rocker
Manufactured in the 1960s-1970s this rocker is one of the most iconic designs from Charles and Ra...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Swivel Lounge Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in New York, NY
Nice early example of iconic Eames design Aluminum Group lounge chair in dark gray vinyl, circa 1950-1970. This example features the earlier version of the bases, please see images. ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Verner Panton "Panton Chair" Original Edition Herman Miller circa 1960
By Herman Miller, Verner Panton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Verner Panton "Panton chair" original edition Herman Miller in enamelled fiberglass circa 1960
wear and minor losses.
Category
1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
Charles e Ray Eames Chairs Metal Crome, 1970, Italy
By Herman Miller
Located in Milano, IT
Charles e Ray Eames chairs metal crome, 1970, Italy.
Category
1970s Italian Other Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Metal
Eames LCM Lounge Chair, Herman Miller, USA, 1950s
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in London, GB
An Eames LCM lounge chair, Herman Miller, USA, 1950s. Ash plywood, chrome-plated steel and original rubber feet caps. With manufacturers label.
...
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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel
Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller Upholstered Slipper Chairs
By Herman Miller, Gilbert Rohde
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Wonderful pair of art deco, slipper, lounge chairs by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller features a rounded profile with upholstered seat and back in a woven blue linen blend.
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Mahogany, Fabric
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 very hard to find zebrawood pressure molded plywood on chr...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel
Set of Four Vivid Yellow Fiberglass Eames DSR Chairs on Black Eiffel Tower Bases
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Ferndale, MI
Very clean original set of four chairs together since new. Herman Miller DSR ( Dining Side Rod ) chairs designed be Charles and Ray Eames in the mid ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel
Set of 16 Saddle Leather DCM Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Dallas, TX
Hard to find an incredible set of 16 classic EC-127 padded DCM dining chairs designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, circa 1971-1981. This version was developed in 1969 in an effort to sidestep the challenges of the glued shock mounts found on the plywood versions. These famed chairs...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Metal
Vintage Modern Herman Miller Slat Back Armchairs Burnt Orange Brushed Chenille
By Herman Miller
Located in Topeka, KS
Fantastic vintage modern Herman Miller slat back armchairs comprised of brown mahogany finished wood frames with slat backs and their original burnt...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Red Caper Stacking Chairs by Jeff Weber for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller
Located in Pasadena, TX
Caper stacking chair
Designed by Jeff Weber for Herman Miller
Caper’s polypropylene backrest is contoured to fit your back and perforated with holes to al...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Plastic
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. Very nice original condition, minor scuffs to seat. Labels.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Chrome
Herman Miller Chrome & Black Pair of Armchairs Original Fabric
By Herman Miller
Located in Topeka, KS
Striking pair of Herman Miller chrome & black armchairs wearing their original gray iridescent fabric. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Eames Herman Miller DKR Chair on Early Production Low X-Base
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Ferndale, MI
Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller DKR lounge chair. The chair is earlier production evidenced by the solid steel "X" base. Original burlap back...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel
Black Eames Wire Chair with Bikini Cover on Eiffel Base
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Awesome Classic black Eames wire chair on a black eiffel base with the bikini cover for Herman Miller. The bikini cover is missing the button and has a te...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Metal
Eames Herman Miller LAX Fiberglass Arm Shell Chair X Base Zenith Rope Edge
By Charles and Ray Eames, Zenith, Herman Miller
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome example of the Charles and Ray Eames LAX molded fiberglass arm shell chair for Herman Miller in one of the original colors, lemon yellow. This is an early chair made by Zenit...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Metal
Early Charles Eames for Herman Miller DCM Chairs, Newly Restored
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and outstanding iconic set of six early "DCM" chairs
By Charles Eames for Herman Miller
USA, 1950s
Bent walnut plywood seats and backs, with metal frame.
Measures:...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Metal
Restored Pair of 1960 Herman Miller No1 Hardwood Eames Lounge Armchairs Ottomans
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer extremely rare and important pair of fully restored, original, Herman Miller No1 & Herman Miller Hillie circa 1958-1960 black leather and Rosewood lounge armchairs and ottomans
These are pretty much the most iconic and well known armchair and ottoman ever made, exhibited countless times, displayed in the V&A, Metropolitan Museum of Art, winners of countless awards these are the simply put the finest suite around
They have been on a journey, I’ve had all pieces stripped to the bare shells, the frames have been washed back and traditionally French polished, the leather all restored and hand dyed the original nero black, they are the finest example pair anywhere in the world today
One suite has the black Herman Miller No1 label, the other, the earlier redish Herman Miller Hillie label
Condition wise, the restoration has been done in such a way to keep all the original charm and patina but make them gallery ready, they will have age and use related patina marks here and there but mostly they are in very fine order
Dimensions armchairs
Height:- 80.5cm
Width:- 85cm
Depth:- 86.5cm
Seat height:- 41cm
Dimensions ottomans
Height:- 42cm
Width:- 65.5cm
Depth:- 53.5cm
Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point,
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The Eames Lounge Chair and ottoman are furnishings made of molded plywood and leather, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for the Herman Miller furniture company. They are officially titled Eames Lounge ( 670 ) and Ottoman ( 671 ) and were released in 1956 after years of development by designers. It was the first chair that the Eameses designed for a high-end market. Examples of these furnishings are part of the permanent collection of New York's Museum of Modern Art.
Design
Charles and Ray Eames sought to develop furniture that could be mass-produced and affordable, with the exception of the Eames Lounge Chair. This luxury item was inspired by the traditional English club chair. The Eames Lounge Chair is an icon of Modern style design, although when it was first made, Ray Eames remarked in a letter to Charles that the chair looked "comfortable and un-designy". Charles's vision was for a chair with "the warm, receptive look of a well-used first baseman's mitt." The chair is composed of three curved plywood shells covered with veneer: the headrest, the backrest and the seat. The layers are glued together and shaped under heat and pressure. The shells and the seat cushions are essentially of the same shape, and composed of two curved forms interlocking to form a solid mass. The chair back and headrest are identical in proportion, as are the seat and the ottoman.
The products have changed in various ways over time. Beginning in 1956 and running through the very early 1990s, the shells were made up of five thin layers of plywood which were covered by a veneer of Brazilian rosewood. The use of Brazilian rosewood was discontinued in the early 1990s, and current production since then consists of seven layers of plywood covered by finishing veneers of cherry, walnut, palisander rosewood (a sustainably grown wood with similar grain patterns to the original Brazilian versions), and other finishes. Small changes include the sets of spacers between the aluminum spines and the wood panels, originally of rubber, later hard plastic washers, and the number of screws securing the armrests, originally three, changed to two in second-series models, while the "domes of silence" (glides/feet) on the chair base originally had thinner screws attaching them to the aluminum base than those on later chairs, and the zipper around the cushions, either brown or black on early models, was later black only. Further, early ottomans had removable rubber slide-on feet with metal glides, and early labels are of oblong foil.
History
The Eames Lounge Chair first...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
1969 Eames Herman Miller/Fehlbaum Extremely Rare White Barstools in Green Fabric
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house.
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Four extremely rare Eames bar stools...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Early Eames LCM Lounge Chair, Herman Miller, USA, 1950s, Ash/ Black Frame
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Buffalo, NY
Early Eames LCM lounge chair, Herman Miller, USA, 1950s, ash with black base, wonderful example, great original finish, patina, retains impressed LCM u...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Metal
Pair of Geiger for Herman Miller Leather Cube Chairs
By Herman Miller, Geiger International
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Sleek pair of leather cube chairs by Geiger International for Herman Miller. Iconic cube chair design made famous by Harvey Probber with a modern seam around the sides and back fitte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Very Rare Vintage Retro 1960's Herman Miller Bright Yellow Fabric Vintage Chairs
By Herman Miller
Located in Markington, GB
Vintage, retro 1960's Herman Miller yellow fabric vintage chairs, lovely designer chairs, have a yellow fabric which is in very good vintage condi...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Metal
Eames Lemon Yellow Zenith Rope-Edge, RAR Rocker by Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Highland, IN
The first fiberglass Eames chairs were produced by Zenith Plastics. The early Zenith shells are distinctive for their high fiber content and larger, more substantial rubber shock mou...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel
Herman Miller Eames RAR Rocker in Red Orange
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous edition of the design classics model RAR rocking chair by Charles and Ray Eames and manufactured by Herman Miller. Clean shell with gorgeous and vibrant red orange hue and n...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
Original Charles & Ray Eames / Miller Swivel Chair on Wheels Model EA 105, 1958
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Markington, GB
This stunning cast aluminum framed chair (Aluminum Group, Model No EA 105, 1958) Designed by Charles & Ray Eames,
This is not a copy but an original from 1958 ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Original First Generation Eames Zenith Rope-Edge LAX Lounge Chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This first generation Zenith DAX lounge chair in Lemon yellow was designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. It features the original rope edge beneath the chair, as well a...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Metal
Second Generation "Ochre" X-Base Fiberglass Arm Shell Chairs, Charles Eames
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Buffalo, NY
Second Generation "Ochre" X-base fiberglass arm shell chairs. Charles Eames manufactured by Herman Miller. Nice early versions. Seldom seen light ochre color, retaining original gel ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel
Pair of Barstools Designed by Eames for Herman Miller with Blue Velvet Covers
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in San Diego, CA
Nice pair of rare barstools designed by Charles Eames for Herman Miller circa 1970s, the navy blue velvet seat cover shows light wear and light stains as shown on the pics but has ni...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Metal
Early Oak LCM Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Dorchester, MA
This early 1950s Herman Miller production of Charles and Ray Eames's classic bent plywood LCM chair, in oak and chrome, has all the original parts and is in very good vintage condition.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Chrome
Sofa "Tandem" 3 Seater Design Charles Eames for Herman Miller 60s
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in taranto, IT
Rare three-seater chair with side table, designed in 1962 by charles eames for herman miller and often used in the most famous airports in the world
structure in die-cast aluminum o...
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1960s European Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Other, Metal, Aluminum
Aluminum Group Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Charles and Ray Eames
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A black leather lounge chair with ottoman each on matching anodized polished aluminum frames. Ottoman is 18" H x 21" W x 21" D.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel, Aluminum
Six Classic Fiberglass Swivel Side Shell Chairs Charles Eames, Herman Miller
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Buffalo, NY
Six Classic Mid-Century Modern fiberglass swivel side shell chairs designed by Charles and Ray Eames, manufactured by Herman Miller. Remarkable condit...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Charles and Ray Eames High Back Aluminum Group Chairs in Original Blue Fabric
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Kansas City, MO
Six available. Eames for Herman Miller high back aluminum group desk, dining, or lounge chairs with arms in the original Alexander Girard for H...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
George Nelson Vanity Stool
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic model 4672 vanity stool designed by George Nelson. Plush rectangular seat gracefully perched on a brushed aluminum base. Minimal design and compact size makes it an attractiv...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Bouclé
Green Leather 'Dax' Armchair by Charles & Ray Eames, 1960s
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Hilversum, NL
A Dax rope edge fiberglass Zenith shell chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller Co. with aluminum-finished legs retaining the original green leather upholstery over a...
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Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel
Pair of George Nelson 5681 Loose Cushion Group Lounge Chairs US 1960s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of George Nelson Loose Cushion Group lounge chairs US 1960s
Original Condition with hardened foam. We recommend to reupholster.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Fabric
George Nelson Modular Sofa by Herman Miller, 1966
By Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
George Nelson modular sofa by Herman Miller, 1966.
Category
20th Century American Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Chrome
1960s RAR Rocking Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An early example of the iconic RAR rocker with a molded, rope-edged fiberglass seat with large shock mounts, made by Zenith Plastics for Herman Miller, set upon cross-braced steel st...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel
Eames Elephant Hide Gray Zenith Rope Edge Armchair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Zenith, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of four early, 1st generation Zenith rope-edge armchairs, designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller. In an uncommon and highly desirable elephant hide...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
Classic Modernist Charles and Ray Eames Arm Shell Lounge Chair, Zenith
By Zenith, Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Buffalo, NY
First generation, circa 1950 Charles and Ray Eames. Museum quality, sea foam green arm shell lounge chair made by Zenith Plastic Co./ Herman Miller. Features amazing exposed fibers, ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Zinc
1 of 10 Vitra Eames Herman Miller Black Leather Swivel Office Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames, Vitra
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale 1 of 10 original vintage Charles & Rays Eames, Vitra, Herman Miller high back black leather office swivel ar...
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20th Century English Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Chrome
Dining or Desk Chair by Ernest Farmer for George Nelson and Associates
By George Nelson, Ernest Farmer, Herman Miller
Located in Littleton, CO
A rare birch dining or desk chair by Ernest Farmer of George Nelson and Associates for Herman Miller.
Professional reupholstery available at pass-thro...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Birch
Charles & Ray Eames DAR Eiffel Rope Edge Chair, 1st Generation, 1950
By Charles and Ray Eames, Zenith, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Charles Eames (1907-1978) & Ray Eames (1912-1988) for Zenith Plastics / HermanMiller
DAR Eiffel rope-edge chair
Venice, California / Zeeland, Michigan, 1950
fiberglass, enameled steel
early sticker label
Measures: 24 7/8" W x 23 5/8" D x 31 3/8" H
All original parts, including rare first gen. feet, which date the piece to the first batch of production (1950). Labelled. Gorgeous museum worthy piece.
Quite possibly one of the most famous and iconic chairs ever, the Eames DAR would most commonly become known as the ‘eiffel chair’ due to its sculptured wire base resembling that of Europe’s most notorious landmark.
The very first generation of the Eames DAR Eiffel Chair was recognizable not only for the ‘rope edge’ shell but also due to the protruding ‘1st gen’ feet as opposed to boot glides or later plastic feet.
The abbreviated Eames DAR Chair stands for the Eames Dining (D) height, Arm (A) Chair, on Rod (R) Base released in the first year of arm chair production of the fiberglass series developed to the marketplace in 1950.
The early success of the Eames arm chairs, released in 1950, was a co-ordinated effort between the Eames . Office (Designers), Zenith Plastics (Manufacturers) and Herman Miller (Distributors). The chair series was always designed to have interchangeable bases and the DAR was one of the ‘original 5’ alongside the DAX X-base, LAR cats cradle...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Verner Panton "Panton Chair" 6 Original Chairs Edition Herman Miller circa 1960
By Herman Miller, Verner Panton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Verner Panton "Panton chair" 6 original chairs edition Herman Miller in enamelled fiberglass circa 1960
repainted a few years ago.
original color: white
wear and minor losses.
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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
Herman Miller Eames Elephant Grey Desk Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Herman Miller Eames elephant grey swivel desk chair. Adjustable height base. No fading or damage. In excellent vintage condition. Pair avai...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
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 for Herman Miller. Molded plywood has great age, wearing its original patina handsom...
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Mid-20th Century American Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Plywood
Pair of Eames Elephant Hide Armchairs
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of original elephant hide fiberglass armchairs, designed by Ray and Charles Eames, manufactured by Herman Miller. An early 1950s version, each has a...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
George Nelson for Herman Miller Living Room Set
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nelson for Herman Miller living room set, United States, 1960s.
This fine living room set consisting of two sofas and a side table is...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel
Pair of Eames Lounge Chair Metal 'LCM'
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in New York, NY
Iconic pair of Eames for Herman Miller LCM's in later orange and black paint finish. These chairs are structurally sound and sturdy, both have a later, but not new, orange paint surf...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Metal
Eames for Herman Miller Crimson Red Fiberglass Shell Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original 1960s red fiberglass shell side chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. The scarce candy red colored shell has its original finish with distinct thread te...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
Set of Four Herman Miller Eames Dining Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous set of 4 Herman Miller Eames dining chairs. Vintage fiberglass shells are stamped Herman Miller and guaranteed authentic. Surfaces has been custom recoated in vibrant colors...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
1950, Ray & Charles Eames for Herman Miller Set DSS Fiberglass Stacking Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This chair is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house.
Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beac...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Herman Miller Eames RAR Rocker in Parchment
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous edition of the design classics model RAR rocking chair by Charles and Ray Eames and manufactured by Herman Miller. Clean parchment shell with ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
Herman Miller Eames Elephant Hide Grey DSR Chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Herman Miller Eames DSR fiberglass chair on Eiffel base in elephant hide grey. Chair dates to 1961. Base has excellent patina and new glides. No s...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel
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 and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Gleaming shells ...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
George Nelson for Herman Miller Sofa in Off-White Upholstery
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nelson for Herman Miller, sofa, chrome-plated metal, fabric, United States, 1960s
This fine sofa is designed by the renowned American furniture designer George Nelson. This s...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Metal, Chrome
George Nelson Desk or Office Chair, Very Rare, New Red Boucle Knoll Upholstery
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Kansas City, MO
Very rare George Nelson desk chair, freshly reupholstered in a crimson Knoll Classic boucle.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
1960, Ray and Charles Eames, Original La Fonda Chairs by Miller in First Fabric
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This chair is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house.
Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beac...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Metal
Herman Miller seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Herman Miller seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Herman Miller seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 642 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 2 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating by Herman Miller were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Charles and Ray Eames, Charles Eames, and Milo Baughman. Prices for Herman Miller seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $150 and can go as high as $50,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,481.
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Questions About Herman Miller Seating
- Who is Herman Miller?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Although many modern furnishings bear his name, Herman Miller is not a furniture designer. It is the name of a manufacturer — the business was originally called the Michigan Star Furniture Company and produced bedroom sets in traditional styles. When the company's general manager D.J. De Pree purchased the manufacturer in 1923 with his father-in-law's help, he showed his gratitude by renaming it after his benefactor: Herman Miller. Today, the firm is best known for iconic mid-century modern furniture designed by the likes of George Nelson, Ray and Charles Eames, and others. Herman Miller chairs, tables, storage cabinets and more helped usher in a new era of design characterized by sleek lines, bold colors and luxurious materials.
- What is a Herman Miller chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024A Herman Miller chair is a chair produced by the American furniture company Herman Miller.
The firm is best known today for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, which includes a range of armchairs, office chairs and other seating. Vintage Herman Miller chairs such as the Eames lounge chair, the Coconut chair and the Eames Executive chair are widely celebrated by design enthusiasts all over the world, while the Aeron chair, which was created by ergonomics pioneers Bill Stumpf and Don Chadwick in the 1990s, is the quintessential computer chair and a best seller.
Shop a collection of Herman Miller chairs and other mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Herman Miller is the official retailer and manufacturer of the iconic Eames lounge chairs. Inspired by 19th-century English club chairs, interior design enthusiasts highly covet the distinctive-shaped Eames chair. Shop a collection of vintage Eames chairs and other goods from Herman Miller on 1stDibs.
- Does Herman Miller own Knoll?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the noted furniture brand Herman Miller acquired Knoll in 2021 and announced a new name, MillerKnoll. The new name is meant to take advantage of the long history and reputation that each brand brings to the table and to introduce a new, stronger joint effort to the public. Shop a collection of Herman Miller and Knoll furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The Herman Miller headquarters is located in Zeeland, Michigan. It opened in 1905 as the Star Furniture Company. The public company's stock trades on the NASDAQ exchange under the initials MLKN. On 1stDibs, you can find a selection of Herman Miller furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022PostureFit from Herman Miller is a kit available as an accessory for Aeron chairs and stools. Its purpose is to provide extra support at the base of the spine to help encourage better posture. The kit doesn't fit all Aeron chairs, making it important that you carefully read the information about compatible models before making a purchase. Shop a range of Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs.
- Why is Herman Miller so good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Herman Miller is good due to its long history of producing high-quality and enduring designs. No other business of its kind did more than the Herman Miller Furniture Company to introduce modern design into American homes. Working with legendary designers such as Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson and Alexander Girard, the Zeeland, Michigan-based firm fostered some of the boldest expressions of what we now call mid-century modern style. In doing so, Herman Miller produced some of the most beautiful and iconic chairs, sofas, tables and other furniture ever. Some of the pieces the company produced are now emblems of 20th-century American design, including the Eames lounge chair and ottoman and George Nelson’s Marshmallow sofa and Coconut chair. Such instantly recognizable furnishings have become timeless staples of modernist decor. Shop a wide range of Herman Miller furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How to adjust a Herman Miller chair depends on the model. Over the years, the company's furniture has employed many different mechanisms. Current styles of their well-known Aeron chair have a lever on the right for adjusting the seat height and one on the left that controls the seat tilt. A separate lever allows you to raise and lower the arms. You'll find a collection of Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The best Herman Miller chair is going to vary by owner. There have been many revered chairs and other seating manufactured by the legendary American furniture company over the years. Chairs by Herman Miller are often alluring in appearance, comfortable, and long-lasting. 1stDibs offers a variety of vintage and new Herman Miller chairs that are contemporary in design and durable.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How to replace Herman Miller casters depends on the chair. In most cases, you will need a pipe wrench and an Allen wrench to remove the current casters, and a mallet and a lubricant to install the new wheels. Follow the replacement instructions provided by Herman Miller to ensure best results. Find a selection of Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To clean a Herman Miller Aeron chair, follow the specific directions provided by the company. Generally, you can use a soft cloth moistened with water and mild dish soap to wipe off the arms, base and frame. Use a vacuum cleaner with a hose attachment to remove debris from the upholstery. Shop a range of Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Where Herman Miller furniture is made depends on the piece. Up until 2007, a factory in Zeeland, Michigan, produced nearly all of the company's furniture. In 2007, the company acquired a factory in Ningbo, China, and in the early 2010s, they established a manufacturing location in the United Kingdom. On 1stDibs, you can find a selection of Herman Miller furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Normally, Herman Miller has two sales each year. The first takes place in the spring, and the second is usually in the fall around the start of shopping for the holiday season. Year-round, other online platforms may offer discounts on Herman Miller. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Herman Miller furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The way to adjust a Herman Miller Aeron chair depends on which part you wish to reposition. To raise or lower the seat, use the paddle-shaped lever found on the right side of the chair. Reach for the lever on the left side to tilt the seat. A lever on the base of the arms controls the arm height, and you can modify the arm angle by pivoting the arm pad. You'll find a selection of Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs.
- Does Herman Miller make clocks?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Herman Miller makes clocks. Founded in 1927, the Herman Miller Clock Company specialized in traditional clock design. Today, Herman Miller is known for their mid-century and contemporary style clocks. Browse a selection of Herman Miller’s clocks and furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Herman Miller actually has two sales each year rather than one annual sale. The specific dates of the sales vary. However, most years, the sales take place once in the spring and once in the fall. You may find Herman Miller available for discounted prices on other online platforms year-round. Find a collection of Herman Miller furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024You can buy Herman Miller chairs in a number of ways. The company sells chairs directly through their online store and operates a flagship store in New York City. In addition, Herman Miller makes their chairs available through select authorized brick-and-mortar retailers and online platforms. You'll also find a collection of vintage Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022An easy way to identify a Herman Miller chair is to examine the underside of the seat. Many pieces feature a label or medallion that bears the brand name in the correct font or the logo. In addition, Herman Miller chairs come with a certificate of authenticity. On 1stDibs, find a selection of expertly vetted Herman Miller chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024Yes, there are fake Herman Miller chairs. Because of the brand's popularity, some unscrupulous manufacturers create replicas and try to pass them off as authentic Herman Miller pieces. Others simply borrow elements of the style, producing chairs that look very similar. To identify a real Herman Miller chair, look for a label or medallion that shows the brand's logo or name in the correct font. Normally, the manufacturer’s mark can be found under the seat.
On 1stDibs, shop a collection of authentic Herman Miller chairs. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The style of furniture associated with Herman Miller is mid-century modern. While the manufacturer originally produced bedroom sets in traditional styles, the company eventually changed course, and no other business of its kind did more than Herman Miller to introduce mid-century modern design into American homes. Working with legendary designers such as Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson and Alexander Girard, the Zeeland, Michigan-based firm fostered some of the boldest expressions of what we now call mid-century modern style. In doing so, Herman Miller produced some of the most beautiful and iconic chairs, sofas, tables and other furniture. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Herman Miller furniture.
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