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Why is the Eames chair iconic?
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The Eames chair is iconic due to its sleek and handsome design, making it the first lounge chair of its time to depart from more traditional, bulky styles. It is also exceptionally comfortable. This mid-century chair was designed by Charles and Ray Eames for the furniture company Herman Miller. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Eames chairs from top sellers worldwide.
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1960s Rosewood Eames Chair + Ottoman
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
fully refinished but featuring its’ original leather, signed. This piece has been meticulously restored but does have two filled drill marks, wear on the leather, and a loose zipper ...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Rare Pair of Early Rosewood Eames Lounge Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Highland, IN
Here is a rare opportunity to own two early examples of the iconic design by Charles and Ray Eames
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
$19,000 / set
70's Rosewood Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman For Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome classic 70's Eames lounge chair and ottoman. Executed in rosewood and black leather. Cast
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
$6,800 Sale Price / set
20% Off
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
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
$9,600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Restored Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic black leather and Brazilian rosewood Eames lounge chair and ottoman. Signed authentic
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Willy Guhl Large Elephant Handkerchief Planter with Beautiful Moss and Lichen
By Willy Guhl
Located in Palm Springs, CA
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It is pictured next to a Herman Miller Rosewood Eames Lounge chair for scale. The chair is
Category
20th Century Swiss Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Concrete