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Why is the Eames chair iconic?

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Why is the Eames chair iconic?
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.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Shop for Rosewood Eames on 1stDibs
1960s Rosewood Eames Chair + Ottoman
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
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 ...
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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
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

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
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

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
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Willy Guhl Large Elephant Handkerchief Planter with Beautiful Moss and Lichen
By Willy Guhl
Located in Palm Springs, CA
photos. It is pictured next to a Herman Miller Rosewood Eames Lounge chair for scale. The chair is
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20th Century Swiss Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Concrete

Restored Pair of 1960 Herman Miller No1 Hardwood Eames Lounge Armchairs Ottomans
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames, Charles Eames
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
comfy Eames chair " in the lyric of the second chorus. On display A 1956 rosewood Eames Lounge
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

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