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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.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
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George Nelson Leather & Walnut Illuminated Vanity with Mirror & Ottoman for Herm
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions: 54.50in H x 48in W x 20in D Desk Height 27in Ottoman: 17in H x 22.50in W x 16in D Materials: Walnut Wood, Vintage Leather, Original Glass _______________________ Trans...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vanities

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Leather, Glass, Wood, Walnut

Pair of grey DAX armchairs by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller 1950's
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of "DAX" armchairs by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Circa 1956-1959. Molded fiberglass shell, steel legs. Grey colored fiberglass. Both chairs contain original label...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fiberglass

Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Management Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Fulton, CA
Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad swivel Management Chair in red leather. Retains Herman Miller labels, dated 2006. In very good original condition showing age appropr...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

1950s Original George Nelson for Herman Miller Slat Bench
By Knoll, Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Bensalem, PA
Early original 1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller slat bench with original vinyl cushions please look at video and pictures for overall detail. This bench is 6 foot in length.
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Birch

Eames Time Life "Lobby" Chair - Caramel Leather - 1st Generation Model 675
By Ray Eames, Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Decatur, GA
Time Life Lobby Chair by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller, circa 1960. Rare 1st Gen fully restored in brand new Edelman All Grain "Butter" leather. Swivels with a fixed pitch/...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller Blue Fiberglass DAR Armchair, 2019
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in San Diego, CA
Iconic Eames Molded Fiberglass Armchair designed by Charles and Ray Eames and manufactured by Herman Miller in the United States in 2019. #5664 This striking example features a viv...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

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