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Eames Herman Miller Unusual Patriot Pattern Upholstered Shell Chair
Eames Herman Miller Unusual Patriot Pattern Upholstered Shell Chair

Eames Herman Miller Unusual Patriot Pattern Upholstered Shell Chair

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Chicago, IL

Or, maybe a political event. or possibly a custom order by a client Difficult to say. Herman Miller Silver Label on underside. Used from 1956-1964 Please note: this chair should ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Metal

Herman Miller Eames Multicolored Dining Chair Set by Herman Miller
Herman Miller Eames Multicolored Dining Chair Set by Herman Miller

Herman Miller Eames Multicolored Dining Chair Set by Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Multicolored Eames fiberglass dining chair set by Herman Miller.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Metal

DSS-TA Chair, Charles & Ray Eames, Herman Miller
DSS-TA Chair, Charles & Ray Eames, Herman Miller

DSS-TA Chair, Charles & Ray Eames, Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Neuss, NW

DSS-TA chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller from the 1960s.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Stainless Steel

Herman Miller Produced Eames RAR Rocking Chair
Herman Miller Produced Eames RAR Rocking Chair

Herman Miller Produced Eames RAR Rocking Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Iconic mid-century modern shell rocking chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for the Herman Miller Company, and used by the CUNY University.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Chrome

Herman Miller Eames Elephant Hide Grey DSR Chair
Herman Miller Eames Elephant Hide Grey DSR Chair

Herman Miller Eames Elephant Hide Grey DSR Chair

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Herman Miller Eames DSR fiberglass chair on Eiffel base in elephant hide grey.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Steel

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Swivel Lounge Chair
Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Swivel Lounge Chair

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Swivel Lounge Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in New York, NY

Nice early example of iconic Eames design Aluminum Group lounge chair in dark gray vinyl, circa 1950-1970. This example features the earlier version of the bases, please see images. ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Aluminum

Early Eames Herman Miller  LCW
Early Eames Herman Miller  LCW

Early Eames Herman Miller LCW

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in New York, NY

Hard to find early Eames design lounge chair, in very good, clean, ready to use condition.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Metal

Charles Eames for Herman Miller Zebrawood DCM Chairs, Rare
Charles Eames for Herman Miller Zebrawood DCM Chairs, Rare

Charles Eames for Herman Miller Zebrawood DCM Chairs, Rare

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in St. Louis, MO

Charles Eames for Herman Miller Zebrawood DCM chairs, rare set.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Chrome

Early Herman Miller Eames DCM Dining Chair
Early Herman Miller Eames DCM Dining Chair

Early Herman Miller Eames DCM Dining Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Handsome example of the iconic Eames DCM. Herman Miller Eames edition, signed and guaranteed authentic.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Metal

Eames LCM Lounge Chair, Herman Miller, USA, 1950s
Eames LCM Lounge Chair, Herman Miller, USA, 1950s

Eames LCM Lounge Chair, Herman Miller, USA, 1950s

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

An Eames LCM lounge chair, Herman Miller, USA, 1950s.

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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Steel

Eames DCM Dining Chair by Herman Miller
Eames DCM Dining Chair by Herman Miller

Eames DCM Dining Chair by Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Classic Eames DCM dining chair in black. Colored ash seat and back along with chrome frame. Self leveling nylon glides intact, allowing for use on multiple surfaces. Signed and guara...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Wood

Series of six chairs, by Charles Eames, Editions Herman Miller, USA, circa 1961
Series of six chairs, by Charles Eames, Editions Herman Miller, USA, circa 1961

Series of six chairs, by Charles Eames, Editions Herman Miller, USA, circa 1961

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Paris, FR

These six chairs were produced by Herman Miller in the USA C. 1961.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Aluminum

Charles & Ray Eames Herman Miller DSS Fibreglass Upholstered Chair 1980s
Charles & Ray Eames Herman Miller DSS Fibreglass Upholstered Chair 1980s

Charles & Ray Eames Herman Miller DSS Fibreglass Upholstered Chair 1980s

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Charles & Ray Eames Original Herman Miller Dss Fibreglass Chocolate Coloured Upholstered Chair, With Original Seat Cushion, Chrome Base And Labels 1980's Item has attribution mark t...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Steel

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Reclining Executive Office Chair - One Piece, 1980s
Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Reclining Executive Office Chair - One Piece, 1980s

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Reclining Executive Office Chair - One Piece, 1980s

By Herman Miller

Located in Basel, BS

Here is a rare opportunity to purchase an incredible vintage in-tact original Herman Miller soft pad Executive Lounge or Office chair from the 1980s!!

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Chrome

1950s Herman Miller Eames LCW Lounge Chair in Walnut
1950s Herman Miller Eames LCW Lounge Chair in Walnut

1950s Herman Miller Eames LCW Lounge Chair in Walnut

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an LCW Lounge Chair, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1948.

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1950s American Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Steel

Charles and Ray Eames Navy Fiberglass DAX Chair by Herman Miller
Charles and Ray Eames Navy Fiberglass DAX Chair by Herman Miller

Charles and Ray Eames Navy Fiberglass DAX Chair by Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage DAR fiberglass armchair designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, shown here in a deep navy blue colorway with original zinc-plated Eiffel base. The shell retains ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Fiberglass

1993 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Management Desk Chair Original Black Leather
1993 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Management Desk Chair Original Black Leather

1993 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Management Desk Chair Original Black Leather

By Herman Miller

Located in Wilton, CT

Designed by Ray and Charles and manufactured by Herman Miller, these Management Height Black Leather Soft Pad chairs epitomize the Mid-Century Modern aesthetic. A seamless integratio...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Aluminum, Steel

Eames Management Office Desk Chair by Herman Miller
Eames Management Office Desk Chair by Herman Miller

Eames Management Office Desk Chair by Herman Miller

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gorgeous edition of the classic Eames office chair for Herman Miller. Management armchair is executed in polished aluminum and black leather.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Aluminum

Charles & Ray Eames Herman Miller Original DSS Seal Brown Fibreglass Chair
Charles & Ray Eames Herman Miller Original DSS Seal Brown Fibreglass Chair

Charles & Ray Eames Herman Miller Original DSS Seal Brown Fibreglass Chair

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Charles & Ray Eames Herman Miller Original DSS Fibreglass Green & Seal Brown Chair Brand imprint to underneath of chair seat Charles Ormond Eames Jr.

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Steel

Charles & Ray Eames Herman Miller DSS Original Fibreglass Stacking Chair 1980s
Charles & Ray Eames Herman Miller DSS Original Fibreglass Stacking Chair 1980s

Charles & Ray Eames Herman Miller DSS Original Fibreglass Stacking Chair 1980s

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Charles & Ray Eames Original Herman Miller Dss Fibreglass Green Coloured Upholstered Chair, With Original Seat Cushion, Chrome Base And Labels 1980's Item has attribution mark to th...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Steel

Model EA 116 Chair by Eames for Herman Miller, 1960's
Model EA 116 Chair by Eames for Herman Miller, 1960's

Model EA 116 Chair by Eames for Herman Miller, 1960's

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Very nice original EA116 Chairs, early edition. These swivel chairs are designed by Charles and Ray Eames and fabricated by Herman Miller in the 60's.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Metal

1955 Set of Four Herman Miller Eames Fiberglass DSX Chairs
1955 Set of Four Herman Miller Eames Fiberglass DSX Chairs

1955 Set of Four Herman Miller Eames Fiberglass DSX Chairs

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These particular examples were produced by Herman Miller in the USA in 1955. The chairs are comprised of fiberglass shells atop a steel chrome H-base.

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1950s American Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Steel

Primary Color/Mondrian Style Herman Miller Eames Dining Chairs
Primary Color/Mondrian Style Herman Miller Eames Dining Chairs

Primary Color/Mondrian Style Herman Miller Eames Dining Chairs

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Four vintage Herman Miller Eames fiberglass chairs in primary colors.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Fiberglass

Eames Dowel Leg Wire Chair for Herman Miller, 1950s
Eames Dowel Leg Wire Chair for Herman Miller, 1950s

Eames Dowel Leg Wire Chair for Herman Miller, 1950s

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Iconic Eames wire side chair with dowel leg base, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Metal

Mid Century Modern Original Eames for Herman Miller Fiberglass Shell Chairs 1959
Mid Century Modern Original Eames for Herman Miller Fiberglass Shell Chairs 1959

Mid Century Modern Original Eames for Herman Miller Fiberglass Shell Chairs 1959

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Portland, OR

Mid Century Modern 1st Generation Charles Eames shell chairs for Herman Miller, late 1950s-early 1960s.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Chrome

Red Crimson Eames Herman Miller Vintage  Fiberglass Shell Chairs
Red Crimson Eames Herman Miller Vintage  Fiberglass Shell Chairs

Red Crimson Eames Herman Miller Vintage Fiberglass Shell Chairs

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Original Molded Fiberglass Shell Chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Fiberglass

Charles Eames DSW dining chairs in black fiberglass by Herman Miller 1970s
Charles Eames DSW dining chairs in black fiberglass by Herman Miller 1970s

Charles Eames DSW dining chairs in black fiberglass by Herman Miller 1970s

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in WIJCKEL, NL

A beautiful set of six fiberglass DSW chairs designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller.

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Metal

MCM Post Modern Herman Miller Vitraviva / ViWtralux wool Eames Chair 1970s
MCM Post Modern Herman Miller Vitraviva / ViWtralux wool Eames Chair 1970s

MCM Post Modern Herman Miller Vitraviva / ViWtralux wool Eames Chair 1970s

By Vitra, Herman Miller

Located in Basel, BS

Very Rare Vitramat Vitra chairs designed by Wolfgang Müller-Deisig for Herman Miller, with the original label on them! Much like the Panton S chairs that were made by Vitra. Herman M...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Metal

Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Tall Executive Chair in Medium Blue
Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Tall Executive Chair in Medium Blue

Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Tall Executive Chair in Medium Blue

By Herman Miller

Located in Wilton, CT

Authentic Herman Miller Eames Tall Executive Aluminum Group Soft Pad Medium Blue Leather Chair.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

1950s Charles and Ray Eames DCM Dining Chairs by Herman Miller, USA
1950s Charles and Ray Eames DCM Dining Chairs by Herman Miller, USA

1950s Charles and Ray Eames DCM Dining Chairs by Herman Miller, USA

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1950s Charles and Ray Eames DCM Dining Chairs Herman Miller, USA. These 1950s Eames DCM chairs are a classic piece of mid-century modern design that feel just as inviting today as t...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Steel

Early Charles & Ray Eames RAR rocking chair, early production, Herman Miller
Early Charles & Ray Eames RAR rocking chair, early production, Herman Miller

Early Charles & Ray Eames RAR rocking chair, early production, Herman Miller

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Milano, IT

Construction details further support its early production, including the large original black rubber shock mounts. The chair also retains its original Herman Miller label, reflecting...

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Metal

Set of 6 Eames Fiberglass Shell Chairs by Herman Miller, USA
Set of 6 Eames Fiberglass Shell Chairs by Herman Miller, USA

Set of 6 Eames Fiberglass Shell Chairs by Herman Miller, USA

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Set of 6 Original Eames Fiberglass Shell Chairs with Brown Naugahyde Pads, Herman Miller.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

2008 Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chair Black Sets Avail
2008 Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chair Black Sets Avail

2008 Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chair Black Sets Avail

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

They will have either the Eames office tag or the Herman Miller Eames anniversary tag.

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Early 2000s American Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Metal

2018 Herman Miller Eames DSW-1 Dining Side Chair 19x Available
2018 Herman Miller Eames DSW-1 Dining Side Chair 19x Available

2018 Herman Miller Eames DSW-1 Dining Side Chair 19x Available

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames DSW-1 Side Chair, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in 1948.

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2010s American Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Steel

2003 Herman Miller Eames Cherry & Tobacco Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman
2003 Herman Miller Eames Cherry & Tobacco Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman

2003 Herman Miller Eames Cherry & Tobacco Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in St. Louis, MO

An exceptional, highly sophisticated, and rarely specified mid-century modern design icon: the Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman (Models 670 and 671), designed by the legendary duo Char...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Eames for Herman Miller Fiberglass Shell DSS Chairs
Set of Eames for Herman Miller Fiberglass Shell DSS Chairs

Set of Eames for Herman Miller Fiberglass Shell DSS Chairs

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Cedar Falls, IA

Original set of 5 DSS molded fiberglass shell chairs on stacking base, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Steel

Eames for Herman Miller Gray Leather Office Chair 2000s
Eames for Herman Miller Gray Leather Office Chair 2000s

Eames for Herman Miller Gray Leather Office Chair 2000s

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Detroit, MI

This authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Management Height leather office chair from the Aluminum Group Collection was manufactured in the 2000s.

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

1957 Pair of  Herman Miller Eames DKX Wire Dining Chairs with Full Vinyl Covers
1957 Pair of  Herman Miller Eames DKX Wire Dining Chairs with Full Vinyl Covers

1957 Pair of Herman Miller Eames DKX Wire Dining Chairs with Full Vinyl Covers

By Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a pair of circa 1957 production Eames DKX dining chairs with wire uppers and fully upholstered pads. The pads are both original naugahyde in a yellowish tan color....

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1950s American Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Aluminum

2020 Pair of Herman Miller Eames Plastic DSW Dining Shell Chairs
2020 Pair of Herman Miller Eames Plastic DSW Dining Shell Chairs

2020 Pair of Herman Miller Eames Plastic DSW Dining Shell Chairs

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of Eames DSW Side Chairs, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in 1948.

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2010s American Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Steel

1977 Eames Herman Miller EC175 Upholstered Fiberglass Shell Chair
1977 Eames Herman Miller EC175 Upholstered Fiberglass Shell Chair

1977 Eames Herman Miller EC175 Upholstered Fiberglass Shell Chair

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a rare and marvelous EC175-8 chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames, produced by Herman Miller.

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1970s American Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Fabric, Fiberglass

2012 Herman Miller Eames DSR Plastic Dining Chair 6x Available
2012 Herman Miller Eames DSR Plastic Dining Chair 6x Available

2012 Herman Miller Eames DSR Plastic Dining Chair 6x Available

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of DSR Chairs, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames in 1951 for Herman Miller.

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2010s American Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Steel

Charles Eames DSX set 8 Fiberglass Side Chairs RARE SEAL BROWN Herman Miller
Charles Eames DSX set 8 Fiberglass Side Chairs RARE SEAL BROWN Herman Miller

Charles Eames DSX set 8 Fiberglass Side Chairs RARE SEAL BROWN Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in Buffalo, NY

Iconic chairs (side shells / scoops) designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Eames Elephant Hide Grey DAR Fiberglass Chair on Eiffel Base by Herman Miller
Eames Elephant Hide Grey DAR Fiberglass Chair on Eiffel Base by Herman Miller

Eames Elephant Hide Grey DAR Fiberglass Chair on Eiffel Base by Herman Miller

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Early production Eames fiberglass armchair designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, shown here in the Elephant Hide Gray colorway with original black Eiffel base.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Fiberglass

Herman Miller ES102 Intermediate Chair Design Charles & Ray Eames
Herman Miller ES102 Intermediate Chair Design Charles & Ray Eames

Herman Miller ES102 Intermediate Chair Design Charles & Ray Eames

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg

rare Herman Miller ES102 Intermediate Desk chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames Upholstery in blue Hopsack fabric, with chromed aluminium parts, equipped with shivel function.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

1954 Herman Miller Eames LCM Walnut Lounge Chair with Metal Legs
1954 Herman Miller Eames LCM Walnut Lounge Chair with Metal Legs

1954 Herman Miller Eames LCM Walnut Lounge Chair with Metal Legs

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a circa 1954 production Herman Miller LCM (Lounge Chair with Metal Legs), designed by Ray and Charles Eames.

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1950s American Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Metal

Set of 6 Charles Eames Alu Chairs by Herman Miller, White Leather
Set of 6 Charles Eames Alu Chairs by Herman Miller, White Leather

Set of 6 Charles Eames Alu Chairs by Herman Miller, White Leather

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Berlin, DE

6 Charles Eames Alu Chairs by Herman Miller, White Leather, H 84.5 cm Item description: This set of six Charles Eames Alu Chairs, produced by Herman Miller, offers a perfect blend o...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Leather

Parchment Eames for Herman Miller Vintage 1960s Fiberglass Shell Chairs
Parchment Eames for Herman Miller Vintage 1960s Fiberglass Shell Chairs

Parchment Eames for Herman Miller Vintage 1960s Fiberglass Shell Chairs

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Original Molded Fiberglass Shell Chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Fiberglass

Pair of Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chairs by Herman Miller Blue
Pair of Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chairs by Herman Miller Blue

Pair of Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chairs by Herman Miller Blue

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Highland, IN

The design of the Aluminum group chairs came from Girard's lament to Charles Eames that there was no well designed outdoor furniture when he was working with Eero Saarinen on the cre...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chairs by Herman Miller Purple
Pair of Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chairs by Herman Miller Purple

Pair of Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chairs by Herman Miller Purple

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Highland, IN

The design of the Aluminum group chairs came from Girard's lament to Charles Eames that there was no well designed outdoor furniture when he was working with Eero Saarinen on the cre...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Aluminum

1 of 10 Vitra Eames Herman Miller Black Leather Swivel Office Chairs
1 of 10 Vitra Eames Herman Miller Black Leather Swivel Office Chairs

1 of 10 Vitra Eames Herman Miller Black Leather Swivel Office Chairs

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller, Vitra

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale 1 of 10 original vintage Charles & Rays Eames, Vitra, Herman Miller high back black leather office swivel armchairs RRP £34,000 These chairs are...

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20th Century English Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Chrome

1952 Herman Miller Eames LCM Lounge Chair in Walnut and Steel
1952 Herman Miller Eames LCM Lounge Chair in Walnut and Steel

1952 Herman Miller Eames LCM Lounge Chair in Walnut and Steel

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames Molded Plywood Lounge Chair with a Metal Base, or an LCM Chair, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1946.

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1950s American Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Steel

C. 1953 Herman Miller Eames LCW Lounge Chair in Calico Ash
C. 1953 Herman Miller Eames LCW Lounge Chair in Calico Ash

C. 1953 Herman Miller Eames LCW Lounge Chair in Calico Ash

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an LCW Lounge Chair, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1948.

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1950s American Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Steel

1950s Herman Miller Eames PSC Swivel Desk Chair, Alexander Girard Checkerboard
1950s Herman Miller Eames PSC Swivel Desk Chair, Alexander Girard Checkerboard

1950s Herman Miller Eames PSC Swivel Desk Chair, Alexander Girard Checkerboard

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Hyattsville, MD

A real Mid-Century Icon that can still hold a place in a collectors home, by the CSS Wall Unit or the ESU Desk. This is a rare 1st generation PSC chair in poor distressed condition. ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Mid Century DAX Purple Lounge Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller
Vintage Mid Century DAX Purple Lounge Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller

Vintage Mid Century DAX Purple Lounge Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Detroit, MI

These vintage mid century modern purple DAX bucket lounge chairs designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller were produced between 1965-1978.

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Orange Eiffel Shell Chair By Charles And Ray Eames For Herman Miller, 1960s
Orange Eiffel Shell Chair By Charles And Ray Eames For Herman Miller, 1960s

Orange Eiffel Shell Chair By Charles And Ray Eames For Herman Miller, 1960s

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Zohor, SK

Original 1960s orange fiberglass shell chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller.

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1960s British Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid Century Purple DSX Side Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller
Vintage Mid Century Purple DSX Side Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller

Vintage Mid Century Purple DSX Side Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Detroit, MI

These vintage mid century modern purple DSX side chairs designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller were produced between 1965-1978.

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Original Vintage Charles & Ray Eames RAR Rocking Chair for Herman Miller
Original Vintage Charles & Ray Eames RAR Rocking Chair for Herman Miller

Original Vintage Charles & Ray Eames RAR Rocking Chair for Herman Miller

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials Fiberglass Shell, Iron Base, Birch Runners __________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, a...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Iron

1990 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair w Dark Postmodern Fabric
1990 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair w Dark Postmodern Fabric

1990 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair w Dark Postmodern Fabric

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a single (the price listed is for one chair, but multiple chairs are available) 1990 production Herman Miller Eames aluminum group executive high back desk chair, ...

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1990s American Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Metal

Set of Six Eames Fiberglass Shell Chairs by Herman Miller, 1960
Set of Six Eames Fiberglass Shell Chairs by Herman Miller, 1960

Set of Six Eames Fiberglass Shell Chairs by Herman Miller, 1960

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Portland, OR

Very clean set of classic Eames chairs in Parchment. Original Eiffel bases.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Steel

Herman Miller Eames Tall Gray Leather Office Chair Soft Pad
Herman Miller Eames Tall Gray Leather Office Chair Soft Pad

Herman Miller Eames Tall Gray Leather Office Chair Soft Pad

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Detroit, MI

This authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Executive Height desk chair from the Aluminum Group Collection was manufactured in the 2000s.

Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

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Fibreglass and Fabric Upholstered Side Chairs by Charles Eames for Herman Miller
Fibreglass and Fabric Upholstered Side Chairs by Charles Eames for Herman Miller

Fibreglass and Fabric Upholstered Side Chairs by Charles Eames for Herman Miller

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Ambleside, Cumbria

A pair of vintage Charles Eames side chairs produced by Herman Miller during the 1960s.

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1960s Central American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

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Steel

Eames RAR Herman Miller Zenith Rope Edge Rocking Chair Midcentury Masterpiece
Eames RAR Herman Miller Zenith Rope Edge Rocking Chair Midcentury Masterpiece

Eames RAR Herman Miller Zenith Rope Edge Rocking Chair Midcentury Masterpiece

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Senden, NRW

This is an original vintage Eames rocking chair produced by Herman Miller from the first generation of Eames chairs.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Fiberglass, Birch

Early Production Set of 4 Fiberglass Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller, 1950s
Early Production Set of 4 Fiberglass Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller, 1950s

Early Production Set of 4 Fiberglass Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller, 1950s

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Tochovice, CZ

Vintage 1950s orange fiberglass dining shell chairs designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Chrome

Set of 4 Eames for Herman Miller White Dss Fiberglass Chairs 1980s (Signed)
Set of 4 Eames for Herman Miller White Dss Fiberglass Chairs 1980s (Signed)

Set of 4 Eames for Herman Miller White Dss Fiberglass Chairs 1980s (Signed)

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Set of 4 Eames for Herman Miller white DSS fiberglass chairs 1980s (Signed with Herman Miller logo on bottom).

Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Metal

EA 108 Office Aluminum Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1960s
EA 108 Office Aluminum Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1960s

EA 108 Office Aluminum Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1960s

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Warsaw, PL

This EA 108 chair was designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958s.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Aluminum

Orange Herman Miller Eames RAR Arm Shell Chair
Orange Herman Miller Eames RAR Arm Shell Chair

Orange Herman Miller Eames RAR Arm Shell Chair

Unavailable

H 26.875 in W 24.875 in D 27 in

Orange Herman Miller Eames RAR Arm Shell Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Loughborough, Leicester

This Herman Miller Eames RAR arm shell chair is a vintage piece, which requires some maintenance work, but overall it is still in a very good condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Fiberglass

Red Herman Miller Eames Upholstered DSR Dining Side Shell Chair
Red Herman Miller Eames Upholstered DSR Dining Side Shell Chair

Red Herman Miller Eames Upholstered DSR Dining Side Shell Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Loughborough, Leicester

A beautifully revitalised Classic. This original white Eames side shell chair for Herman Miller is finished in its revitalised bright red fabric finish which looks fantastic on the u...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Fiberglass

1950s Rare Eames Zenith Side Chair for Herman Miller, USA
1950s Rare Eames Zenith Side Chair for Herman Miller, USA

1950s Rare Eames Zenith Side Chair for Herman Miller, USA

Unavailable

H 31.5 in W 24.81 in D 19.69 in

1950s Rare Eames Zenith Side Chair for Herman Miller, USA

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Wilnis, UT

A very rare side chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames, manufactured by Zenith / Herman Miller in the United States of America around 1950.

Category

1950s American Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Metal

Greige Herman Miller Eames LAX Lounge Arm Shell Chair
Greige Herman Miller Eames LAX Lounge Arm Shell Chair

Greige Herman Miller Eames LAX Lounge Arm Shell Chair

Unavailable

H 26.125 in W 24.875 in D 25.375 in

Greige Herman Miller Eames LAX Lounge Arm Shell Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Loughborough, Leicester

A much sought-after color, this all original greige Eames Herman Miller LAX chair is the perfect collector's piece.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Fiberglass

Black & Natural Santos Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman
Black & Natural Santos Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman

Black & Natural Santos Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Loughborough, Leicester

This is an original, used, high-quality Herman Miller Eames lounge chair and ottoman set with beautiful, golden natural Santos veneer wood.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Fiberglass

Blue Vinyl Herman Miller Original Vintage Eames DSR Side Shell Chair
Blue Vinyl Herman Miller Original Vintage Eames DSR Side Shell Chair

Blue Vinyl Herman Miller Original Vintage Eames DSR Side Shell Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Loughborough, Leicester

An original Herman Miller blue vinyl upholstered Eames side chair with white shell is not for the faint hearted especially on a new, used, white Eiffel DSR base!

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Fiberglass

Blue and White Herman Miller Eames White DSR Dining Side Chair
Blue and White Herman Miller Eames White DSR Dining Side Chair

Blue and White Herman Miller Eames White DSR Dining Side Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Loughborough, Leicester

A rather beautifully refurbished shell finished in blue and white checker on Herman Miller Eames white side shell creating the perfect Classic combination. Sat upon its used, new, wh...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Fiberglass

Orange Herman Miller Eames Upholstered DSR Side Shell Chair
Orange Herman Miller Eames Upholstered DSR Side Shell Chair

Orange Herman Miller Eames Upholstered DSR Side Shell Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Loughborough, Leicester

Vibrant and comfortable, this upholstered orange Herman Miller Eames DSR chair comprises of contrasting white fiberglass shell, and a new, silver and iconic Eiffel base.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Fiberglass

Cobalt Blue Herman Miller Eames DSW Side Shell Chair
Cobalt Blue Herman Miller Eames DSW Side Shell Chair

Cobalt Blue Herman Miller Eames DSW Side Shell Chair

Unavailable

H 31.25 in W 18.5 in D 22 in

Cobalt Blue Herman Miller Eames DSW Side Shell Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Loughborough, Leicester

A beautiful, original, cobalt blue Herman Miller Eames side shell on a striking Maple used, newer, DSW dowel base creates a perfect Classic dining chair.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Fiberglass

Orange Herman Miller Vintage Eames Upholstered RAR Arm Shell Chair
Orange Herman Miller Vintage Eames Upholstered RAR Arm Shell Chair

Orange Herman Miller Vintage Eames Upholstered RAR Arm Shell Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Loughborough, Leicester

A wonderful example of a used, newer, orange, original, upholstered black Eames arm shell chair on a brand new RAR base for Herman Miller is in good condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Fiberglass

Brown Herman Miller Eames Ribbed EA330 ‘Meeting’ Aluminium Side Chair
Brown Herman Miller Eames Ribbed EA330 ‘Meeting’ Aluminium Side Chair

Brown Herman Miller Eames Ribbed EA330 ‘Meeting’ Aluminium Side Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Loughborough, Leicester

The Eames Aluminium group have become some of the most famous office based furniture known. Their popularity saw many variations arise and amongst them is this EA330 'Meeting' chair....

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Leather

Cadmium Green Set '6' Herman Miller Eames DSW Dining Side Shell Chair
Cadmium Green Set '6' Herman Miller Eames DSW Dining Side Shell Chair

Cadmium Green Set '6' Herman Miller Eames DSW Dining Side Shell Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Loughborough, Leicester

This set consists of 6 matching cadmium green Herman Miller side shell chairs by Eames look amazing on their used, newer, DSW dowel bases.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Fiberglass

Orange and Blue Herman Miller Original Vintage Eames DSW Side Shell Chair
Orange and Blue Herman Miller Original Vintage Eames DSW Side Shell Chair

Orange and Blue Herman Miller Original Vintage Eames DSW Side Shell Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Loughborough, Leicester

A gorgeous combination, this lavishly upholstered orange and blue check original Eames Herman Miller white side shell chair on a used, new, light oak DSW base.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Fiberglass

Red Vinyl Herman Miller Eames Elephant Grey DSW Dining Side Shell Chair
Red Vinyl Herman Miller Eames Elephant Grey DSW Dining Side Shell Chair

Red Vinyl Herman Miller Eames Elephant Grey DSW Dining Side Shell Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Loughborough, Leicester

This original red vinyl finished Eames Herman Miller elephant grey side shell chair is a great combination, especially on its black, newer, used DSW dowel base.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Fiberglass

Red Pair of 2 Herman Miller Eames Upholstered Dsr Dining Side Shell Chairs
Red Pair of 2 Herman Miller Eames Upholstered Dsr Dining Side Shell Chairs

Red Pair of 2 Herman Miller Eames Upholstered Dsr Dining Side Shell Chairs

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Loughborough, Leicester

A pair of beautifully revitalised classic. These original white Eames side shell chairs for Herman Miller are finished in revitalised bright red fabric finish which looks fantastic o...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Fiberglass

Cadmium Green Set of 4 Herman Miller Eames DSW Dining Side Shell Chair
Cadmium Green Set of 4 Herman Miller Eames DSW Dining Side Shell Chair

Cadmium Green Set of 4 Herman Miller Eames DSW Dining Side Shell Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Loughborough, Leicester

A great dining set. The perfect combination of Herman Miller cadmium green Eames side shells on the newer, used, DSW dowel base make for the perfect combination. The vibrant color of...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Fiberglass

Black Herman Miller Original Eames EA335 Office Chair Castor Base
Black Herman Miller Original Eames EA335 Office Chair Castor Base

Black Herman Miller Original Eames EA335 Office Chair Castor Base

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Loughborough, Leicester

A great used example of the Classic Eames Herman Miller EA335 'task chair' also known as the 'desk chair'.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Leather

Parchment Herman Miller Eames Venice Label RAR Rocking Armchair
Parchment Herman Miller Eames Venice Label RAR Rocking Armchair

Parchment Herman Miller Eames Venice Label RAR Rocking Armchair

Unavailable

H 26.875 in W 24.875 in D 27 in

Parchment Herman Miller Eames Venice Label RAR Rocking Armchair

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Loughborough, Leicester

A great collector's piece. This original Eames Herman Miller parchment arm shell sports the coveted 'Venice Label' and sat upon its used, newer, RAR base, it makes for the perfect ic...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Fiberglass

Brown Set '4' Herman Miller Eames Ribbed EA330 ‘Meeting’ Aluminium Side Chairs
Brown Set '4' Herman Miller Eames Ribbed EA330 ‘Meeting’ Aluminium Side Chairs

Brown Set '4' Herman Miller Eames Ribbed EA330 ‘Meeting’ Aluminium Side Chairs

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Loughborough, Leicester

The Eames Aluminium group have become some of the most famous office based furniture known. Their popularity saw many variations arise and amongst them is this EA330 'Meeting' chair....

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Leather

Brown Pair '2' Herman Miller Eames Ribbed EA330 ‘Meeting’ Aluminium Side Chairs
Brown Pair '2' Herman Miller Eames Ribbed EA330 ‘Meeting’ Aluminium Side Chairs

Brown Pair '2' Herman Miller Eames Ribbed EA330 ‘Meeting’ Aluminium Side Chairs

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Loughborough, Leicester

The Eames Aluminium group have become some of the most famous office based furniture known. Their popularity saw many variations arise and amongst them is this EA330 'Meeting' chair....

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Leather

Set of 6 Herman Miller EA109 office chairs in blue grey fabric, 1980s
Set of 6 Herman Miller EA109 office chairs in blue grey fabric, 1980s

Set of 6 Herman Miller EA109 office chairs in blue grey fabric, 1980s

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Antwerpen, VAN

This is a set of six EA109 swivel chairs from Herman Miller, designed by Charles & Rey Eames.

Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Aluminum

Side table by Charles Eames for Herman Miller 50s
Side table by Charles Eames for Herman Miller 50s

Side table by Charles Eames for Herman Miller 50s

Unavailable

H 16.34 in Dm 28.35 in

Side table by Charles Eames for Herman Miller 50s

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in PARIS, FR

Side table by Charles Eames for Herman Miller. This model was designed in the 50s for the American firm.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modern Eames LKX Lounge Chairs First Generation 1951
Mid Century Modern Eames LKX Lounge Chairs First Generation 1951

Mid Century Modern Eames LKX Lounge Chairs First Generation 1951

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller, Harry Bertoia

Located in Framingham, MA

Made by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Various areas of wear/oxidation, please see pictures.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Eames Chair Herman Miller Used

Materials

Iron

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Eames Chair Herman Miller Used For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic eames chair herman miller used available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, plastic and wood, every eames chair herman miller used was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a eames chair herman miller used — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right eames chair herman miller used, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Industrial styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made eames chair herman miller used over the years, but those crafted by Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames and Charles Eames are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Eames Chair Herman Miller Used?

The average selling price for a eames chair herman miller used at 1stDibs is $2,328, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $44,911 for the highest priced.

A Close Look at Mid-century-modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.