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Why is Herman Miller so good?
Herman 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.
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Charles Eames for Herman Miller Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Rosewood 1960c.
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Chicago, IL
Charles Eames for Herman Miller Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Rosewood 1960c. Iconic Crafted from rosewood, this mid-century modern masterpiece showcases the perfect blend of comfort a...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Rosewood

'Soft Pad' Swivel / Desk Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1980s, Signed
By Herman Miller, Ray Eames, Charles Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A classic of modernist comfort, this brown leather swivel desk chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller is part of the iconic Soft Pad series, originally introduced in 1969. ...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Vintage Sage Mohair Daybed with Hairpin Legs by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iconic hairpin/v-leg daybed/settee by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Early example (ca. 1950) with a metal spring and maple frame construction, this version designed without back ...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

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Metal

Eames Three-Seat Sofa by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller, Signed
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An icon of American modernism and one of the most refined seating designs of the 20th century, this is the celebrated Eames Three-Seat Sofa designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herm...
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Early 2000s American Modern Sofas

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Leather, Walnut

'Soft Pad' Swivel / Desk Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1980s, Signed
By Charles Eames, Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fantastic early production collectors example, this brown leather swivel desk chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller is part of the iconic Soft Pad series, originally int...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Herman Miller Eames Elliptical Table (Etr) Surfboard Mid-Century Modern
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a Herman Miller Eames Elliptical Table (ETR) with a white laminate top and wire base, often called the "surfboard table...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Formica

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