Pair 2nd Gen 1951 Boot Vintage Charles Eames Eiffel Tower Fiberglass Side Chairs
View Similar Items
Pair 2nd Gen 1951 Boot Vintage Charles Eames Eiffel Tower Fiberglass Side Chairs
About the Item
- Creator:Herman Miller (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 31 in (78.74 cm)Width: 21 in (53.34 cm)Depth: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)Seat Height: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:ca 1950
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Gorgeous vintage with age appropriate wear, oxidation, vintage finish patina, some paint loss and discoloration. Show beautifully and scream original.
- Seller Location:Basel, CH
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU7344231709312
Herman Miller
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.
- Pair of Mid-Century Modern Danish Adrian Pearsall Style Accent Side ChairsBy Adrian PearsallLocated in Basel, BSStunning, very beautiful walnut Pair of side chairs. Price here is for both chairs. These delicate, sculptural chairs have a similar Walnut wood grain and make to Pearsall side chair...Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
MaterialsUpholstery, Walnut
- Mid Century Douglas Heaslett Arne Norell Style Chairs, a PairBy Arne NorellLocated in Basel, BSSold here as a pair. For sale here is a gorgeous pair of sculptural safari chairs imported from Africa in the 60's by our client who was an avid collector. These are hand carved v...Category
Mid-20th Century African Mid-Century Modern Chairs
MaterialsNaugahyde, Oak
- Pair of Postmodern Italian Leather and Polished Chrome Accent Sling ChairsBy Giotto StoppinoLocated in Basel, BSGorgeous pair of Italian soft leather and polished chrome accent chairs in the style of Giotto Stoppino. If you would like to purchase an individu...Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
MaterialsChrome
- Pair of Postmodern Black and Wood Chairs by Kurt Thut for Dietiker, 1980s--2 pcsBy Kurt ThutLocated in Basel, BSGorgeous pair of Postmodern Memphis 80s chairs by Kurt Thut for Dietiker. NOTE: We have two sets available, sold in pairs here. Listed as a set of 4 in a sep...Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Post-Modern Chairs
MaterialsMetal
- Set of 4 Postmodern Black and Wood Chairs by Kurt Thut for Dietiker, 1980sBy Kurt ThutLocated in Basel, BSGorgeous pair of Postmodern Memphis 80s chairs by Kurt Thut for Dietiker. NOTE: We have two sets available, sold in pairs here. Listed as a set of 4 in a separate listing here. Th...Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Post-Modern Chairs
MaterialsMetal
- Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Reclining Executive Office Chair - One Piece, 1980sBy Herman MillerLocated in Basel, BSHere is a rare opportunity to purchase an incredible vintage in-tact original Herman Miller soft pad Executive Lounge or Office chair ...Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
MaterialsChrome
- Vintage Charles Eames Eiffel Tower Fiberglass Side Chairs for Herman MillerBy Herman MillerLocated in Brooklyn, NYThis iconic pair of Mid-Century Modern side chairs feature the Classic Charles Eames Eiffel Tower base and molded fiberglass seats. Stylish vintage ...Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
MaterialsFiberglass
$1,120 Sale Price / set30% Off - Pair of Eames Fiberglass DSR Chairs on Eiffel Tower BasesBy Herman Miller, Charles and Ray EamesLocated in Ferndale, MINice golden patina on a pair of Charles and Ray Eames fiberglass shell chairs. Earlier production with original slotted screws attachi...Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
MaterialsSteel
- 1st Generation Eames Dkr-2 Wire Eiffel Tower ChairBy Charles Eames, Ray Eames, Charles and Ray Eames, Herman MillerLocated in Garnerville, NYFirst generation Eames DKR-2 Eiffel Tower base side chair with the distinct splayed feet and the black base (which was only released in the early version). ...Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
MaterialsSteel
$1,480 Sale Price20% Off - Set of 6 Ray & Charles Eames Side Chairs in Alexander Girard for Herman MillerBy Charles and Ray Eames, Herman MillerLocated in Berlin, DESet of 6 Original condition Ray & Charles Eames Side Chairs in Fiberglass, USA - 1970s. Upholstered in a Alexander Girard mill mosaic diamond fabric. Fair Condition. Ray and Char...Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
MaterialsMetal
- 1st Gen Eames for Herman Miller DKR-2 Wire Eiffel Bikini Chair Blue Fabric 1951By Herman MillerLocated in Keego Harbor, MIA modernist “DRK-2 Eiffel Chair” designed by Eames for Herman Miller. 1st generation, 1951. Retains the original Herman Miller, Venice, California tag on bottom of seating. Black ste...Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
MaterialsSteel
- Early Large Biscuit Eames Zenith Ivory DAR Fiberglass Chair on Eiffel Tower BaseBy Charles and Ray EamesLocated in Ferndale, MIFrom the design offices of Charles and Ray Eames the fiberglass DAR chair . This one on Eiffel tower base . DAR is the abbreviation for Eames Dining (D) height, Arm (A) Chair, on Rod (R) Base released in the first year of arm chair production in the fiberglass series developed in 1950. The early success of the Eames plastic arm chairs 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...Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
MaterialsSteel
Recently Viewed
View AllRead More
The 21 Most Popular Mid-Century Modern Chairs
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
A Guide to Herman Miller’s Most Iconic Furniture
The prolific manufacturer has partnered with many of the world’s top designers since opening its doors in 1923. Here are some of the company’s greatest hits, which helped transform the American home and office.