Charles and Ray Eames Seating
American
Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century.
As furniture designers, filmmakers, artists, textile and graphic designers and even toy and puzzle makers, the Eameses were a visionary and effective force for the notion that design should be an agent of positive change. They are the happy, ever-curious, ever-adventurous faces of modernism.
Charles (1907–78) studied architecture and industrial design. Ray (née Beatrice Alexandra Kaiser, 1912–88) was an artist, who studied under the Abstract Expressionist painter Hans Hofmann. They met in 1940 at the Cranbrook Academy of Art in suburban Detroit (the legendary institution where Charles also met his frequent collaborator Eero Saarinen and the artist and designer Harry Bertoia) and married the next year.
His technical skills and her artistic flair were wonderfully complementary. They moved to Los Angeles in 1941, where Charles worked on set design for MGM. In the evenings at their apartment, they experimented with molded plywood using a handmade heat-and-pressurization device they called the “Kazam!” machine. The next year, they won a contract from the U.S. Navy for lightweight plywood leg splints for wounded servicemen — they are coveted collectibles today; more so those that Ray used to make sculptures.
The Navy contract allowed Charles to open a professional studio, and the attention-grabbing plywood furniture the firm produced prompted George Nelson, the director of design of the furniture-maker Herman Miller Inc., to enlist Charles and (by association, if not by contract) Ray in 1946. Some of the first Eames items to emerge from Herman Miller are now classics: the LCW, or Lounge Chair Wood, and the DCM, or Dining Chair Metal, supported by tubular steel.
The Eameses eagerly embraced new technology and materials, and one of their peculiar talents was to imbue their supremely modern design with references to folk traditions. Their Wire chair group of the 1950s, for example, was inspired by basket weaving techniques. The populist notion of “good design for all” drove their molded fiberglass chair series that same decade, and also produced the organic-form, ever-delightful La Chaise. In 1956 the Eames lounge chair and ottoman appeared — the supremely comfortable plywood-base-and-leather-upholstery creation that will likely live in homes as long as there are people with good taste and sense.
Charles Eames once said, “The role of the designer is that of a very good, thoughtful host anticipating the needs of his guests.” For very good collectors and thoughtful interior designers, a piece of design by the Eameses, the closer produced to original conception the better, is almost de rigueur — for its beauty and comfort, and not least as a tribute to the creative legacy and enduring influence of Charles and Ray Eames.
The collection of original Eames furniture on 1stDibs includes chairs, tables, case pieces and other items.
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Creator: Charles and Ray Eames
"Compact Sofa" Ray & Charles Eames Godparents Gift to Eric Saarinen, Original
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
This slim, upright modern "Compact Sofa" designed by Ray & Charles Eames was a gift to their Godson, Erik Saarinen, son of their good friend Eero Saarinen. Both Ray and Charles Eames attended Cranbrook Academy of Art where they met Eero Saarinen and became godparents to Erik. The sofa was given to Eric who is now selling this piece of history. Provenance is directly from Eric Saarinen...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Steel
Set of Four Herman Miller Eames DCM Dining Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Herman Miller Eames DCM dining chair set. Executed in ash and chrome steel bases. All screws and self leveling glides intact. In even condition with...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Steel
Gorgeous Avocado Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Not a color you see often! A classic Eames lounge chair and ottoman with vintage wood and metal components outfitted in brand new leather cushions in Avocado shade. 3-4 week producti...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Leather
Eames Time Life Office Desk Chair in Black Leather
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Eames Time Life office/desk chair. Executed in black leather and cast aluminum. On tilting adjustable height swivel base with casters. Manufactured 19...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Mid Century Brown Leather Office Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller 2000s
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
These authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Management Height brown leather office chairs from the Aluminum Group Collection were manufactured in the 2000s. This classic mid cen...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Set of Four Eames Herman Miller Chrome Frame Calico Ash DCM chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Ferndale, MI
Set of four Eames for Herman Miller DCM chairs . Calico Ash grain laminate wood on chrome steel frames . Wood is in original finish which does show some wear , chrome frames are in f...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Chrome
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 Charles and Ray Eames, is the result of years of experiment...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Metal
Ea 216 Soft Pad Desk Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1970s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Lasne, BE
Leather chair with aluminum base and wheels. Stamped Herman Miller under the seat. The chair turns on itself and reclines. Seat height: 53 cm. Wear due to time and age.
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1970s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum
CHARLES & RAY EAMES. armchairs from the series "Aluminium Group" production "ICF"
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Vigevano, PV
CHARLES & RAY EAMES. armchairs from the "Aluminium Group" series, "ICF" production from the 1970s
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Mid-20th Century Italian Other Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Set of Six Herman Miller La Fonda Armchairs DAL White and Brown, 1970
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Le Grand-Saconnex, CH
Chaise DAL de Charles et Ray Eames avec une base originale La Fonda. Cette base a été conçue pour le restaurant La Fonda
del Sol à New York dans les années soi...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Fiberglass
Ochre Yellow Eames for Herman Miller Vintage 1960s Fiberglass Shell Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Multiple Available. Original Molded Fiberglass Shell Chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Vintage shell chairs are prized for their attractive patina, distinct thread texture and beautiful depth of color seen in the fiberglass material. Shell is stamped with the Herman Miller emblem underneath. Dated to the 1970s.
OAM boasts one of the largest collections of vintage Eames fiberglass shell...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
Brilliant Yellow Eames for Herman Miller Vintage 1960s Fiberglass Shell Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Multiple Available. Original Molded Fiberglass Shell Chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Vintage shell chairs are prized for their attractive patina, distinct thread texture and beautiful depth of color seen in the fiberglass material. Shell is stamped with the Herman Miller emblem underneath. Dated to the 1970s.
OAM boasts one of the largest collections of vintage Eames fiberglass shell...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
Olive Green Eames for Herman Miller Vintage 1960s Fiberglass Shell Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Multiple Available. Original Molded Fiberglass Shell Chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Vintage shell chairs are prized for their attractive patina, distinct thread texture and beautiful depth of color seen in the fiberglass material. Shell is stamped with the Herman Miller emblem underneath. Dated to the 1970s.
OAM boasts one of the largest collections of vintage Eames fiberglass shell...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
Terracotta Eames for Herman Miller Vintage 1960s Fiberglass Shell Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Multiple Available. Original Molded Fiberglass Shell Chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Vintage shell chairs are prized for their attractive patina, distinct thread texture and beautiful depth of color seen in the fiberglass material. Shell is stamped with the Herman Miller emblem underneath. Dated to the 1970s.
OAM boasts one of the largest collections of vintage Eames fiberglass shell...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
Greige Light Grey Eames for Herman Miller Vintage 1960s Fiberglass Shell Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Multiple Available. Original Molded Fiberglass Shell Chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Vintage shell chairs are prized for their attractive patina, distinct thread texture and beautiful depth of color seen in the fiberglass material. Shell is stamped with the Herman Miller emblem underneath. Dated to the 1970s.
OAM boasts one of the largest collections of vintage Eames fiberglass shell...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
Mid Century DAX Purple Bucket Lounge Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Detroit, MI
These vintage mid century modern DAX bucket purple lounge chairs were designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. The iconic DAX chair - D...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Steel
Herman Miller Eames Side Shell Chair in Seafoam Light on Black H Base
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1950s
Herman Miller Eames Side Shell Chair in Seafoam Light on original black H base. Chair looks to have had a repair to the fiberglass at the s...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
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 style chair was designed for the La Fonda del Sol restaurant, which was designed b...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Mid Century Black Leather Desk Chair by Eames for Herman Miller, 2001
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
This authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Management Height black leather office chair from the Aluminum Group Collection was manufactured in the 2001. This classic mid century...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Aluminum Group EA 116 Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, USA, 1990s
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare, vintage Model EA 116 Swivel Chair designed by Eames couple for their now iconic 'Aluminium Group'. Designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1958, the aluminum chair i...
Category
1990s American Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Mid Century Brown Leather Office Chair by Eames for Herman Miller 2000s
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
This authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Management Height brown leather office chair from the Aluminum Group Collection was manufactured in the 2000s. This classic mid centur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
DCM (Dining Chair Metal Base) by Charles and Ray Eames
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Doral, FL
DCM (Dining Chair Metal Legs) by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller
Ebony Stained Ash Bentwood with Chromed Metal Base
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Metal
Eames Time Life Chair in Grey Leather for Herman Miller, 1980s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Eames Time Life chair for Herman Miller in light grey leather with a polished aluminum frame and legs made in Los Angeles, CA. Originally designed in 1960 by Charles and Ray Eames for use in the lobby of the Time Life building in New York.
Recently re-upholstered in gray leather, in-keeping with the color and integrity of other Time-life models. Some slight blemishes to the aluminum frame in-keeping with age. Chair's height and recline is fully adjustable and also swivels 360 degrees. Timeless chair.
In 1972, the Time-life chair made the news when notoriously fussy chess genius Bobby Fischer included this chair among his many demands for his legendary 1972 world championship match with Russian master...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum
American Yellow Shell Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1970s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in MIlano, IT
American modern Yellow Shell Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1970s
Pair of chairs belonging to the Shell Chairs series with curved monocoque seat and back in yello...
Category
1970s Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Metal
Herman Miller Eames RAR Rocking Chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Eames molded fiberglass shell in the fairest color of them all, Seafoam Green. Original top circa late 1950s-early 1960s. On later metal and wood base, in good condition with...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
Set of Four Eames for Herman Miller Swivel Shell Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dazzling mid-century set of four padded swivel chairs by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. The fiberglass shells are upholstered in a rare g...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Steel
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) executed in lustrous Brazilian rosewood and black leather. In good condition, with re...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Mid Century Black Leather Office Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller, 2001
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
These authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Management Height black leather office chairs from the Aluminum Group Collection were manufactured in the 2001. This classic mid cent...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
6 Eames for Herman Miller DSS Stackable Naugahyde Fiberglass Shell Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Sold as a group of 6. We have 20 individual chairs available. Contact us if you need a custom quantity.
Eames stackable fiberglass shell cha...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller 670 Rosewood Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Charles and Ray Eames 670 Rosewood Lounge Chair and Ottoman. Black leather with down filled cushions. Wood grain on this example is really nice! ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum
VITRA CHARLES & RAY EAMES AMERiCAN CHERRY WOOD WHITE LEATHER LOUNGE ARMCHAIR
By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this now discontinued, Limited Edition, Ivory white leather upholstered, American Cherry Wood framed, Vitra Eames lounge armchair ...
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Leather, Cherry
Eames "DCM" Molded Plywood Chairs for Herman Miller in Rare Cherry
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Bent plywood chairs produced by Herman Miller and designed by Charles and Ray Eames. This chair is in great vintage condition, shows better than expected with little signs of use. Of...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Orange Brown Leather Office Chair by Eames for Herman Miller 2000s
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
This authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Management Height mustard orange brown leather office chair from the Aluminum Group Collection was manufactured in the 2000s. This cla...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Mid Century Cream Leather Office Chair by Eames for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
This authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Management Height cream leather office chair from the Aluminum Group Collection was manufact...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Mid Century Black Leather Desk Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller, 2001
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Detroit, MI
These authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Management Height black leather office chairs from the Aluminum Group Collection were manufactured in the 2001. This classic mid cent...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Mid Century Black Leather Office Chair by Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
This authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Management Height black leather office chair from the Aluminum Group Collection was manufactured in the 2000s. This classic mid centur...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Magnificent Rare Brazilian Rosewood Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman Mid-Century
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent and rare 2nd generation Brazilian Rosewood and black leather lounge chair and ottoman by Charles and Ray Eames. This chair retains its super rare double ring back black ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Lounge Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1960s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brugge, BE
Introducing the 'EA116' chair, an exquisite embodiment of mid-century modern design conceived in 1958 as part of the legendary Eames Aluminum Group. This particular exemplar, a disti...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Office Chair By Charles And Ray Eames For Herman Miller - Fiberglass - Ca 1960
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Office chair by American designers Charles and Ray Eames produced by Herman Miller in the 1960s. Charles and Ray Eames are among the most emblematic designers in history, normally cr...
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1960s American Industrial Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Steel
Original Mid Century Black Leather Office Chair by Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
This authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Management Height black leather office chair from the Aluminum Group Collection was manufactured in the 2000s. This classic mid century modern office chair was first introduced in 1969 by Charles and Ray Eames as the luxury model of the 1958 Aluminum Group line. This management height chair features black leather upholstery, polished aluminum five-star swivel base, armrests and rolling casters. The comfortable, contoured ergonomic design features thick, plush cushions and a 360 degree smooth swivel seat with manual lift adjustable height and backrest tilt. An iconic and collectible desk chair perfect for home or office. Eames fabric...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller Black Steel and Birch RKR Bikini Rocker
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller RKR Bikini rocking chair. One of my personal favorites, this rocking chair features an iconic wire shell chair design from Eames for Herman ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Modern Eames Swivel Chairs - Pair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Eames for Herman Miller Aluminum Group Swivel Chairs in a Textured Ostrich Leather - Pair
A timeless design Classic and Co...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum
3rd Gen Eames Lounge Chair 670-671 in Original Chocolate Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Seattle, WA
Fully Restored 3rd Gen Eames lounge chair in rosewood shell frames with ottoman, in original chocolate leather cushions. The chair has been restored and...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
1950s Eames RKR Rocking Wire Side Chair with Yellow Hopsak original cover.
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
An iconic RKR Rocking wire side chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. This chair retains its original birch runners and original yellow hopsak fabric. The black ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Iron
Multiple Eames Aluminum Group EA108 Dining Chairs in White Netweave Mesh, Vitra
By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames, Charles Eames
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Comfortable dining and/or conference chair EA108 belonging to the iconic Aluminium Series designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller (US) / Vitra (EU). Comfort is guaranteed w...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome, Other
Rocking Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Ray Eames, Charles Eames
Located in PARIS, FR
Armchair or rocking chair by designers Charles Eames (1907–1978) and Ray Eames (1912–1988) for Herman Miller in the 1950s. Good condition.
DV80
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Mid-20th Century Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Plastic
Early Pair of 'EA216' Chairs by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1970s
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
An early pair of model ‘EA216’ swivel lounge chairs designed by Charles & Ray Eames in 1969. This is a high back version with rare sand-colored brown Soft Pad leather for maximum com...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Eames Lounge Chair with Ottoman for Herman Miller, United States, 1957
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Antwerp, BE
Eames lounge chair with ottoman, designed by the iconic duo Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. This timeless icon has been carefully restored to its first-generation glory, born March 5, 1957, in the United States. It features the signature 5-ply plywood construction, down-filled cushions, and coveted Rio walnut veneer sourced from the highly sought-after Dalbergia nigra in Brazil, renowned as the most valuable wood in the world. This particular chair was directly acquired in Saint-Louis, Missouri, USA.
The restoration process of the veneer included stripping, bleaching, washing, scraping, sanding, and multi-layered oiling. A tension test was conducted on the shock mounts, which proved to be very stable. The rubber components of the vertical supports were replaced. All leather parts were washed, recolored, and nourished. The down filling was fluffed, tufting was reattached, and 2 back panels with zippers were replaced. All hardware underwent electrolytic cleaning and steaming, and the threads of the hardware were purified. All exposed aluminum parts were manually polished, and the bush in sintered bronze was replaced. The result is a breathtaking revival of the Eames lounge chair, with every detail lovingly restored to its original splendor.
The Eames lounge chair made its debut on March 14, 1956, on the renowned NBC program 'Home,' hosted by Arlene Francis. Notably, it was the first piece of furniture ever launched on national television and remains the only one to have stayed in continuous production to this day. Designed by Charles and Ray Eames, along with their close friend, the renowned film director Billy Wilder, the chair was envisioned with Wilder in mind. Interestingly, upon its initial presentation to Wilder, he simply fell asleep in the chair. Charles Eames consistently described his vision for the chair as wanting to impart the receptive appearance of a well-used baseball...
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1850s American Mid-Century Modern Antique Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Four Herman Miller Eames Fiberglass Stacking Dining Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic set of iconic Eames shell chairs by Herman Miller. Parchment color shells atop zinc plated steel stacking bases. All chairs with glides. Signed and guaranteed authentic vinta...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
Bespoke Charles & Ray Eames Smoke Blue Leather EA219 Desk Chair
By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Dronten, NL
The models EA 217 and EA 219 are the office swivel chairs in the Soft Pad Group by Charles and Ray Eames. Their dignified aura makes them especially suited for ...
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2010s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum
“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 USA around 1960.
LCM stands for “Lounge Chair Metal”, because of the metal base, and is a timeless design by the iconic designer duo. The thin black lacquered tubular metal base provides sturdy support and an elegant style. The seat and backrest are crafted from brown oak wood, creating a warm and inviting aesthetic. The LCM design is celebrated for its simplicity, ergonomic shape, and the innovative use of materials which is typical for the Eameses’ approach to furniture design. Because of the round, organic shapes of the two wooden elements, this piece was soon nicknamed the “Potato Chip Chair...
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1960s American Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Metal
Expertly Restored - Vintage Charles & Ray Eames LCM Chair for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
1960s Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This is an original Iconic Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. It was produced...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Charles & Ray Eames DCW Ash dining chair with Dark Brown Leather seat for Vitra
By Charles and Ray Eames, Charles Eames, Vitra
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic DCW dining chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames and manufacture by Vitra, Germany. Solid Ash wood frames finished with matte lacquer. Seat and back panel is upholstered with ...
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1940s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
Charles & Ray Eames Herman Miller Zenith Plastics LAX Rope Edge X Base Armchair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A fabulous Charles & Ray Eames transitional armchair produced by Herman Miller with Zenith Plastics. The salmon colored LAX chair features a rope edge, X base, large shock mounts, bo...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Metal
Charles & Ray Eames EA119 Executive Office Chair by Vitra
By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
What started as an idea for a solid piece of leisure furniture has grown into one of the most popular office furniture since its design in 1958. The EA 119 is part of the famous Aluminum Chair group. Designed by the Eames couple and produced by Vitra, it stands out from its peers due to its high backrest. The ingenious construction consists of a seat and backrest covered with upholstery fabric. The frame, side profiles, armrests and crossbars are made of cast chrome aluminum. The five-star base is made mobile by the attached wheels and ensures maximum comfort with the integrated reclining mechanism. The Vitra Aluminum...
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2010s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Eames Contract Base Desk Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Dronten, NL
Swiveling parchment fiberglass side chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller.
Original desirable 1960s version with seat pad with brown fabric, easy to reupholster w...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Eames "Billy Wilder" ES106 Chaise Longue for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
A handsome example of the Billy Wilder chaise lounge by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller. In softpad and high-quality black leather on a eggplant color base. Six cushions conn...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating
Materials
Aluminum
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Charles and Ray Eames 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 Charles and Ray Eames seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 607 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 1 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating by Charles and Ray Eames 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 Herman Miller, Milo Baughman, and Edward Wormley. Prices for Charles and Ray Eames seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $230 and can go as high as $50,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,499.
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Questions About Charles and Ray Eames Seating
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Charles and Ray Eames are famous for their chair designs. The couple released their first iconic Eames Lounge and Ottoman in 1956 and went on to create more chairs that changed the idea of comfortable seating. In addition to being great furniture designers, Ray and Charles were also graphic and textile designers, architects and film-makers. Shop a collection of Eames chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Charles and Ray Eames were related by marriage. Charles studied architecture and industrial design. Ray (née Bernice Alexandra Kaiser) was an artist who studied under painter Hans Hofmann. They met in 1940 at the Cranbrook Academy of Art in suburban Detroit and married the next year. Shop a selection of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Charles and Ray Eames have been recognized as the 20th century’s most influential designers and are best known for their highly recognizable chairs. The Eames lounge chair and ottoman are an iconic duo in modern-styled furniture, and some of the first Eames items to emerge from Herman Miller are now classics: the LCW, or Lounge Chair Wood, and the DCM, or Dining Chair Metal, supported by tubular steel. Find vintage Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022For Charles and Ray Eames’ chairs designed for Herman Miller, molded plywood, fiberglass-reinforced plastic, bent and welded wire mesh, and cast aluminum were used in production. You can shop a collection of Eames furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Rosewood 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 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.
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