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Eames Dowel Chair

Early Eames Swiveling Dowel Legged Wire Chair, DKW-1
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare early swiveling dowel leg chair with walnut legs, designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wire

Early Eames Swiveling Dowel Legged Wire Chair, DKW-1
Early Eames Swiveling Dowel Legged Wire Chair, DKW-1
$3,100
H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Eames Dowel Leg Wire Chair for Herman Miller, 1950s
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Iconic Eames wire side chair with dowel leg base, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Charles Eames "PAW Chair" Swivel Fiber Glass Shell Dowel Leg 1950's
By Charles Eames
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic dining chair with arms on a swivel dowel base, second edition, ca' 1950's. Salmon color
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

A Transitional Charles Eames PAW Shell Swivel Chair w Wood Dowel Legs
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Chicago, IL
A Transitional Charles Eames PAW Shell Swivel Chair w Wood Dowel Legs. In beautiful attractive
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

First Edition Charles Eames Paw Chair Swivel Fibre Glass Shell Dowel Leg Walnut
By Charles Eames
Located in Hamburg, DE
chair in color grey elephant, dowel legs in birch / all original parts. The awesome dowel base reads
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

2016 Herman Miller Eames Green Upholstered DSW Side Chair with Walnut Dowel Base
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames DSW Side Chair, initially designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in
Category

2010s American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

2018 Herman Miller Eames Dark Blue Upholstered DSW Side Chair w/ Dowel Base
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames DSW Side Chair, initially designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in
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2010s American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Vintage Set of 6 Cherry Red Fiberglass Dowel Chairs by Charles & Ray Eames
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Geneva, CH
Set of 6 vintage cherry red fiberglass dowel side chairs by Charles & Ray Eames, Vitra ca. 1970's
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass, Walnut

2018 Eames Plastic DSW Shell Dining Chairs in White w/ Dowel Bases 5x Available
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames DSW Side Chair, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in
Category

2010s American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

2019 Herman Miller Eames DSW Molded Wood Side Chair w/ Dowel Base in Black
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames DSW Side Chair, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in
Category

2010s American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Charles & Ray Eames, Herman Miller Set of 4 Dowel Leg DAW Armchairs Orange
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Eames, of recent manufacture by Herman Miller, these signed chairs are in like new
Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950 Eames PAW Herman Miller Zenith Dowel Leg Chair Rope Edge Lemon Yellow
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Charles and Ray Eames paw walnut dowel leg fiberglass swivel armchair for Zenith Plastics / Herman
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Six Wire Chairs with Dowel Legs and Bikini Pad by Charles and Ray Eames
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Dorchester, MA
Charles and Ray Eames designed their classic wire dining chairs for Herman Miller in 1951. This
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Vintage Eames Fiberglass Navy Blue Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Geneva, CH
Vintage fiberglass Eames navy blue dowel dining chairs. Perfect condition. New solid walnut dowel
Category

Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Vintage Eames Fiberglass Navy Blue Chairs
Vintage Eames Fiberglass Navy Blue Chairs
$899 / item
H 32.29 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Charles Eames "PAW Chair" Swivel Fiber Glass Shell Dowel Leg aCa
By Charles Eames
Located in Hamburg, DE
Second series after 1950 Zenith Herman Miller / Charles Eames PAW Swivel chair in color salmon
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

First Edition Charles Eames "Paw Chair" Swivel Fibre Glass Shell Dowel Leg Birch
By Charles Eames
Located in Hamburg, DE
chair in color salmon (faded) / dowel legs in birch / all original parts / the awesome dowel base reads
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

First Edition Charles Eames "Paw Chair" Swivel Fibre Glass Shell Dowel Leg Birch
By Charles Eames
Located in Hamburg, DE
chair in color grey elephant / dowel legs in birch / all original parts / the awesome dowel base reads
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

First Edition Charles Eames Paw Chair Swivel Fibre Glass Shell Dowel Leg Walnut
By Charles Eames
Located in Hamburg, DE
chair in color lemon yellow parchment/dowel legs in walnut/all original parts/the awesome dowel base
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Rocking Chair by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
comforting piece of furniture for people of all ages. Photographed with Eames dowel leg chair for scale.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Steel

Rocking Chair by Arthur Umanoff
Rocking Chair by Arthur Umanoff
$1,200
H 30 in W 22 in D 28.25 in
WWII Plywood Leg Splint by Charles Eames
By Evans Products Company, Charles Eames
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
wire dowel leg chair for scale.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Plywood

WWII Plywood Leg Splint by Charles Eames
WWII Plywood Leg Splint by Charles Eames
$1,950
H 42 in W 8.5 in D 4.25 in
Hand Carved Wooden Head Scutlpture
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
unknown. Striking details, and standing 13” tall. Photographed with Eames dowel leg chair for scale.
Category

Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Hand Carved Wooden Head Scutlpture
Hand Carved Wooden Head Scutlpture
$750
H 13 in W 7 in D 9.5 in
Hand Painted Heart Charger Plate Bowl
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
, it makes for a great center piece or display. Signed J. Myers 94 and photographed atop an Eames dowel
Category

1990s American Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Crucible Planter Pots
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
drainage, one does not. Photographed with Eames dowel leg wire dining chair for scale.
Category

Late 20th Century American Brutalist Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Crucible Planter Pots
Pair of Crucible Planter Pots
$3,950 / set
H 18 in Dm 15 in
Wooden Articulating Folk Art Mannequin
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Ducajoy Togo sofa and Eames Herman Miller dowel leg chair for scale.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Wooden Articulating Folk Art Mannequin
Wooden Articulating Folk Art Mannequin
$1,450
H 50 in W 20 in D 4 in
Midcentury Cat Tail and Driftwood Witco Style Sculpture
By Witco
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
. Possibly a rare piece produced by Witco. Photographed in the seat of an Eames dowel leg chair for scale.
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Mounted Objects

Materials

Brass

Herman Miller Typewriter Desk Return by George Nelson
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
aesthetics that continues to captivate design enthusiasts worldwide. Photographed with Eames dowel leg
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Metal

Herman Miller Typewriter Desk Return by George Nelson
Herman Miller Typewriter Desk Return by George Nelson
$1,900
H 25.63 in W 34.5 in D 16.25 in

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Rope edge Charles Eames PAW Walnut Dowel Leg Swivel Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Sittard, NL
Charles & Ray Eames PAW Walnut Dowel Leg Fiberglass Swivel Arm Chair for Zenith Plastics / Herman
Category

Vintage 1950s American Armchairs

Eames DKW-2 Dowel Wire Chair with Leather Bikini Cover
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in San Diego, CA
Charles and Ray Eames DKW-2 swivel dowel wire chair with postman bag leather bikini cover. All
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Eames dowel chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Early Eames dowel chair. Venice label,hair filled, nice 2 color bikini cover.
Category

20th Century American Chairs

Eames dowel chair
Eames dowel chair
H 32.75 in W 19 in D 20 in
Charles Eames Dowel Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Charles Eames wire chair with leather cover on revolving dowel base.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Side Chairs

Charles Eames Dowel Chair
Charles Eames Dowel Chair
H 32 in W 19 in D 19 in
Eames Dowel Chairs, Girard Fabric
By Charles Eames
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
A fantastic set of four all original Eames Dowel legged chairs, circa 1951. Importantly each
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Eames Dowel Chairs, Girard Fabric
Eames Dowel Chairs, Girard Fabric
H 32.5 in W 18.5 in D 20 in
Eames Dowel Navy Blue Side Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Geneva, CH
Set of four Eames dowel navy blue side chairs, recent walnut base. Hermann Miller edition. Perfect
Category

Vintage 1960s American Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Fiberglass

Eames Dowel Navy Blue Side Chairs
Eames Dowel Navy Blue Side Chairs
H 30.71 in W 18.51 in D 21.66 in
Eames Seafoam Zenith Dowel Chair
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Charles and Ray Eames DAW ( Dining Armshell on Wood base ) , Second Generation ( large shocks , no
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Vintage 1950s American Chairs

Eames Dowel Chocolate Brown Fiberglass Side Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Geneva, CH
Set of 4 Eames dowel chocolate brown fiberglass side chairs Recent walnut base 25 chairs
Category

Vintage 1970s American Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass, Walnut

Eames Dowel Off-White Fiberglass Side Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Geneva, CH
Set of 4 Eames dowel off white fiberglass side chairs Recent walnut base Perfect vintage
Category

Vintage 1960s American Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Fiberglass

Eames Dowel Off-White Fiberglass Side Chairs
Eames Dowel Off-White Fiberglass Side Chairs
H 30.71 in W 18.51 in D 21.66 in
Set of Six Eames Fiberglass Dowel Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Geneva, CH
Original Eames fiberglass dowels chairs in blue navy. New solid walnut base from Modern Conscience
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Vintage 1970s American Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass, Walnut

Set of Six Eames Fiberglass Dowel Chairs
Set of Six Eames Fiberglass Dowel Chairs
H 31.89 in W 18.12 in D 22.45 in
Eames Dowel Black Fiberglass Side Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Geneva, CH
Set of 4 Eames Dowel Black Fiberglass Side Chairs Recent walnut base 10 available, more colors
Category

Vintage 1970s American Side Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass, Walnut

Eames Dowel Black Fiberglass Side Chairs
Eames Dowel Black Fiberglass Side Chairs
H 30.71 in W 18.51 in D 21.66 in
Eames Vintage Dowel Leg Chair, 1950s DKW-2
By Charles Eames
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Charles Eames for Herman Miller, USA, 1950s production vintage dowel leg chair with wire seat
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Eames Vintage Dowel Leg Chair, 1950s DKW-2
Eames Vintage Dowel Leg Chair, 1950s DKW-2
H 31.5 in W 18.51 in L 31.5 in
Early Charles Eames stationary dowel side chair
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A great early wire side chair on a stationary dowel base by Charles Eames for Herman Miller
Category

Vintage 1950s American Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eames Swivel Dowel Legged Chair, DKW-1
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare swivel dowel leg chair with walnut legs, designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eames Swivel Dowel Legged Chair, DKW-1
Eames Swivel Dowel Legged Chair, DKW-1
H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Eames Swivel Dowel Legged Chair; DKW-1
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Charles Eames rare swivel dowel leg chair with birch legs, swivel mechanism from Seng of Chicago
Category

Vintage 1950s American Side Chairs

Original Eames PKW-2 Wire Chair on Dowel Swivel Base
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scarce, original, 1950s Eames PKW2 wire chair on walnut dowel swivel base for Herman Miller. One of
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Charcoal & Walnut Charles Eames PAW Swivel Dowel Leg Chair
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller, Zenith
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Miller / Charles Eames with Charcoal Vinyl Cover.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass, Walnut

Eames for Herman Miller Zenith Daw Dowel Base Chair, for Mid-Century Collectors
By Charles Eames, Zenith, Herman Miller
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is an icon of Mid-Century Modern design — an original Eames dowel base
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Charles & Ray Eames Swivel Dowel Legged Chair; Dkw-1 , Vintage Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, USA, circa 1950. Side chair model DKW-1 , Swivel base
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Early set of four Birch dowel base Eames wire chairs
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A great set of Early 1950's Eames dowel side chairs in birch wood. More sculpture than seating.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Charles and Ray Eames Dowel Leg Swivel Chair
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Charles and Ray Eames Dowel Leg Swivel Chair. Lemon yellow rope edge shell with full Zenith label
Category

Vintage 1950s American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Set of 8 Mid Century Modern Mustard Yellow Dowel Base Eames Dining Shell Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Lafayette, IN
Fantastic set of original vintage fiberglass shell chairs by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Early Charles Eames Dowel Leg Chair, 1950s DKW-2 Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Buffalo, NY
Early Charles Eames dowel leg chair, 1950s DKW-2 Herman Miller, nice original condition retains
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Zinc

CHARLES AND RAY EAMES PAIR OF DOWEL LEG CHAIRS
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
shockmounts over all original stationary dowel bases in walnut , all the foot caps are present and each chair
Category

Vintage 1950s American Armchairs

Eames like Oval Dining Table, Excellent Matching with Dowel or Eiffel Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
Oval table with blue top and black elegant base. The table has an elegant design with the shape of the table top and the beautiful base and legs, The table shows some traces of wear ...
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

Eames Dowel Chair, Dated 1953
By Charles Eames
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
A Charles and Ray Eames Dowel legged chair, DKW-1, labelled and dated November 9th 1953 and
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Eames Dowel Chair, Dated 1953
Eames Dowel Chair, Dated 1953
H 32.29 in W 19.3 in D 19.69 in
Eames Herman Miller Orange Fiberglass Dowel Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Miami, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern DFSW shell chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass, Maple

Eames Dowel Leg Swivel Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
Swiveling, dowel leg chair with wire seat and original, burlap backed leather cover, designed by
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Eames Dowel Leg Swivel Chair
Eames Dowel Leg Swivel Chair
H 32 in W 19 in D 20 in
Charles Eames PKW-2 Dowel Leg Swivel Chair 1950s
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Dallas, TX
Early and rare Eames for Herman Miller PKW-2 dowel leg swivel chair with leather bikini cover
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Eames PKW Dowel Leg Swivel Bikini Chair for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Early desk model PKW swivel chair with birch legs by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Eames Dkw Dowel Leg Side Chair for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Early production Eames DKW dowel leg side chair with bikini cushion by Herman Miller.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Early Eames PKW wire Dowel Leg Swivel Bikini Chair for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Mid Century Modern side chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. early
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Early Pkw-1 Pivoting K-Wire Dowel Wood Base Side Chair, Eames Herman Miller
By Charles Eames
Located in Buffalo, NY
eames‘ chairs are so common and widespread today that you’ve actually seen them far too often. but
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal, Iron

Set of 8 Mid-Century Modern Charcoal Gray Dowel Base Eames Dining Shell Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Lafayette, IN
Fantastic set of original vintage fiberglass shell chairs by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eight Multicolored Herman Miller Eames Dining Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Eight Herman Miller Eames fiberglass dining chairs.. Walnut dowel bases are new and studio made in
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass, Walnut

Six Multicolored Herman Miller Eames Dining Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Six multicolored Herman Miller Eames dining chairs with new dowel bases. In excellent condition
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass, Walnut

Herman Miller Desk by George Nelson
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
dowel leg wire chair for scale.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Metal

Herman Miller Desk by George Nelson
Herman Miller Desk by George Nelson
H 39 in W 39.25 in D 24 in
Zanotta Mezzadro Stool in Orange/Red with Steel and Wood Base
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
with Eames dowel leg chair for scale.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Stools

Materials

Steel

Alessandro Albrizzi Leather and Chrome Wood Rack
By Alessandro Albrizzi
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
storage solution for their firewood. Photographed with wood and Eames dowel leg chair for scale. Also seen
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Steel

Charles Eames Dowel Leg Swivel Chair
By Charles Eames
Located in Southfield, MI
A true survivor. One owner, original condition Eames dowel leg swivel base chair, dating to 1952
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wire

Original PKW Charles Eames Dowel Leg Swivel Chair
By Charles Eames
Located in Hudson, NY
All original Charles and Ray Eames PKW chair by Herman Miller, black wire seat with brown wool seat
Category

Mid-20th Century American Empire Chairs

Set of Four Early Charles Eames Dowel Leg Chairs
By Charles Eames
Located in St. Louis, MO
Exquisite set of four Eames birch dowel base chairs. Brown Naugahyde covers. Two bikini and two
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Eames PKW Bikini Chair on Dowel with Swivel
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Maastricht, NL
An original 1950s Eames PKW bikini chair for Herman Miller. The black wire seat with a two piece
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eames PKW on dowel with swivel
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Maastricht, NL
An original 1950s Eames PKW swivel chair for Herman Miller. The black wire seat with padded, brown
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Eames PKW on dowel with swivel
H 32.09 in W 19.1 in D 18.12 in
Eames Herman Miller Zenith Parchment Dowel Leg Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Charles & Ray Eames PAW walnut Dowel leg fiberglass Swivel armchair for Herman Miller Inc. Very
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eames Chair, Wire and Rod Chair Shell with Dowel Legs
Located in Queens, NY
Wire and Rod Chair Shell with Dowel Legs
Category

Vintage 1950s American Chairs

Eames DKW-1 Dowel Leg Chair. Herman Miller, 1952.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An early DKW-1 chair with wire seat and walnut dowel legs designed by Charles and Ray Eames for
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Vintage 1950s American Chairs

Eames DKW-1 Dowel Leg Chair. Herman Miller, 1952.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A perfect example of an early DKW-1 chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames, and produced by Herman
Category

Vintage 1950s American Chairs

First Generation Eames PKW-2 Wire Chair with Walnut Dowel Legs, circa 1951
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
First generation Eames PKW-2 wire chair with walnut dowel legs, circa 1951. Brown saddle leather
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wire

Rare and Early Set of 4 Charles Eames DKW Dowel Leg Dining Chairs
By Charles Eames
Located in Long Beach, CA
Rare and Early Set of 4 Charles Eames DKW Dowel Leg Dining Chairs. One wire shell is from another
Category

Vintage 1950s American Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Charles Eames DKW-2 Wire Bikini Chair Dowel Base
Located in Berkeley, CA
First year production wire chair with black naugahyde bikini cover and wooden dowel base. Still
Category

Vintage 1950s Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eames pkw-2 Bikini Swivel Dowel Base Chair for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Great vintage condition no major issues no breaks all works properly.
Category

Vintage 1950s Side Chairs

Eames Swivel Lounge Chair in Parchment Rope Edge Dowel Eiffel Base PAW
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Framingham, MA
Lovely original first year Eames Zenith Rope Edge PAW Swivel Lounge in Parchment with excellent
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Pair of Eames Zenith DAW Fiberglass Lounge Chairs with Walnut Dowel Legs
By Herman Miller, Zenith, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Sacramento, CA
Pair of 1950s fiberglass DAW lounge chairs by Charles and Ray Eames, manufactured by Zenith
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass, Walnut

dowel leg chairs, set of six by Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Chicago, IL
Signed with molded manufacturer's mark to underside of each example: [Herman Miller]. Signed with paper manufacturer's labels to the underside of four examples: [Herman Miller Zeelan...
Category

20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Steel

Early Charles Eames Bikini Chair for Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
An early Charles Eames Bikini Chair with dowel legs for Herman Miller.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Rope edge Charles Eames PAW Walnut Dowel Leg Swivel Chair
By Charles Eames
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Charles & Ray Eames PAW Walnut Dowel Leg Fiberglass Swivel Arm Chair for Zenith Plastics / Herman
Category

Vintage 1950s American Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Charles Eames Bikini RKR-1 Wire Rocker for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in St. Louis, MO
. We have four matching dowel base Eames chairs in separate listing.
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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By Charles Eames
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An excellent example of Charles Eames Herman Miller/Evans 1940's LCW (lounge chair wood). All original with original shock mounts, screws and label intact.
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Evans Herman Miller LCW by Charles Eames
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H 27 in W 22 in D 22.5 in
Midcentury Eames for Herman Miller Fiberglass Chair LAX on X Base
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames, Charles Eames
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Gorgeous early Eames for Herman Miller fiberglass chair LAX (Low Armchair on X Base) having large shock mounts and flat edge shell. All original and structurally sound. Elephant hide...
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Classic Modernist Charles and Ray Eames Arm Shell Lounge Chair, Zenith
By Zenith, Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Buffalo, NY
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DAX Armchair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rope edge fiberglass "Zenith" shell chair with a brushed steel X-base, in elephant grey.
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Eames Early Rope Edge Lounge Chair for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very early 1st generation rope edge rare lounge height fiberglass arm shell chair with the larger rubber shock mounts having metal washers and satin black iron X base. The chair st...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Eames Early Rope Edge Lounge Chair for Herman Miller
Eames Early Rope Edge Lounge Chair for Herman Miller
$2,200
H 27.25 in W 24.75 in D 24 in
Early 2nd Generation X Base Arm Shell Lounge Chair by Charles Eames
By Charles Eames
Located in Buffalo, NY
Early 2nd generation X base elephant gray arm shell lounge chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller. Amazing condition, featuring early solid iron X base, .Amazing color. Elephant gr...
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Iron

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Eames Dowel Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the eames dowel chair you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and fiberglass, every eames dowel chair was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect eames dowel chair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A eames dowel chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames and Herman Miller each produced at least one beautiful eames dowel chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Eames Dowel Chair?

Prices for a eames dowel chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $600 and can go as high as $8,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,873.

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.

Questions About Eames Dowel Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if a chair is an Eames chair, take a look under the seat or cushion. Authentic Eames lounge chairs are manufactured by Herman Miller and Vitra. If your Eames chair is a Herman Miller original, look for the legendary manufacturer’s specific logomarks on the product (these logomarks can be found on the company’s official website). There is also the manufacturing label, which is usually found under the seat or cushion (unless a former owner removed it). All of the classic Herman Miller designs are paired with a certificate of authenticity. Some designs may also have a medallion attached to certify their authenticity. You can then check trusted online resources to determine if the information on the label is correct for the style of chair (and more info on its construction is available on the official Eames website). You won’t see screws outside of the wood shells on an authentic Eames lounge chair, and prior to the 1970s, original vintage Eames lounge chairs were made with no more than five layers of plywood (during the 1970s, the chairs were made with seven layers). Find a variety of authentic Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Whether an Eames chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, part of the reason why the iconic chair designed by Ray and Charles Eames has remained popular decade after decade since its introduction in 1956 is because many people find it comfortable. The chair's shape and the angle of its backrest have an ergonomic design intended to complement the contours of the human body and deliver optimal support. Explore a collection of Eames lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Charles and Ray Eames designed the Eames chair. A married couple, they were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design and have been recognized as among the most influential designers of the 20th century. They produced a line of DCW chairs together in the 1940s and went on to unveil their now iconic lounge chair in 1956. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Eames lounge chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The Eames chair is popular for a number of reasons. Many people appreciate the bold, clean lines of the piece. In addition, some find its gently reclined back and ergonomic cushioning comfortable. In addition, the chair is a famous mid-century modern design that is easy to recognize. Shop a variety of Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Eames chairs are so expensive for a couple of reasons. First, Eames chairs feature fine materials, such as leather and wool, which are costly to source. Each chair is also made by hand, which makes manufacturing Eames chairs costlier than producing furniture that is made by machine. In addition, demand for the chairs is often greater than supply, driving up prices. Find a selection of Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The Eames lounge chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames, is one of the most famous and popular lounge chairs in the world due to comfort and support. An Eames lounge chair and ottoman can be very expensive owing to the universally recognized brand names behind the chair (Herman Miller, the Eameses), the use of quality specialized materials in manufacturing and because these beloved furnishings are renowned for their durability (think of it as an investment). The seat has inspired many knock-offs, but authentic versions are currently manufactured by both Herman Miller and Vitra, and vintage Eames lounge chairs can be found on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    What makes the Eames chair so special is its innovative design pioneered by Charles and Ray Eames. It features supple leather upholstery and a bentwood frame produced using a handmade apparatus that the duo developed. Ever fascinated by ergonomics, the Eameses carefully calibrated the pitch of the seat. It has enough flexibility for comfort but not so much that stability is sacrificed. This precise shape comes by way of three connected plywood pieces. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Eames chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The comfort of an Eames wire chair is a matter of preference, but the chair was designed to be comfortable. That said, the company did design pads to be used with this chair to boost the comfort level for some. The initial pads were found to be too moveable so more stable pads were created in later models. Shop a collection of Eames chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    The original Eames chair was made out of molded plywood and leather. Charles and Ray Eames designed the iconic mid-century modern chair for Herman Miller in 1958. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Eames chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Whether Eames chairs hold their value depends on a variety of factors, including how well the pieces are cared for and how demand and supply change over time. Because it can be difficult to predict how the value of items will fluctuate, choose chairs that appeal to you and will work in your space. The Eames lounge chair was a fresh, subversive new take on a classic club chair and a culmination of experimentation by its inventive creators Ray and Charles Eames. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Eames chairs and other mid-century modern seating from some of the world’s top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To identify an Eames fiberglass chair, flip it over and check the underside of the seat for a label. What information appears on the label varies, but most will say "The Herman Miller Furniture Company" and "Charles Eames." You may also see "Zenith Plastics," a reference to the company that manufactured the fiberglass. Some chairs made during the 1960s may have the Herman Miller name in raised letters directly on the seat. Newer chairs may display a "Vitra" label instead of "Herman Miller." A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can help with the identification process. Find a selection of Eames fiberglass chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The original Eames chair and matching ottoman were designed by Charles and Ray Aemes for the Herman Miller furniture company in 1956. The Eames chair is considered the epitome of modern interior design and is widely coveted by home decor enthusiasts. Browse a range of authenticated Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, Charles Eames chairs are comfortable. The Eameses — Charles and Ray — were fascinated by ergonomics and designed chairs with comfort in mind. The legendary mid-century modernist designer-couple famously called their Eames lounge chair and ottoman “a special refuge from the strains of modern living” and described their design as having the “warm receptive look of a well-used first baseman’s mitt.”

    While the couple’s DCW chairs, introduced in the 1940s, prioritized ease of production and affordability of materials, the Eames lounger, which debuted in 1956, was Charles and Ray’s interpretation of luxury furniture. And to the Eameses, luxury meant, above all, comfort.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the Eames lounge chair is ergonomic. The Eames lounge chair and ottoman are created with molded plywood and leather designed to curve to the human form. The Eames lounge chair is a highly coveted furniture item by both home décor enthusiasts and vintage collectors alike. Shop a selection of Eames lounge chairs on reputable sites, such as 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To restore an Eames fiberglass chair, wash it gently with a soft bristle brush and dish soap in warm water. Use a clean damp cloth to wipe off the soap, and then dry with another cloth. You can use a safe wax for fiberglass to enhance the shine. Shop a collection of Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean an Eames molded plywood chair, wipe it down with a soft cloth dampened with warm water and a mild dish soap. Then, use a second cloth moistened with water to wipe off the soap. Finally, use a soft towel to dry. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Eames chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    One of the first places to check when determining the authenticity of your Eames chair, is the underside. Nearly all chairs were marked or labeled. Shop a collection of Eames chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    When it debuted in 1956, the Eames chair cost $310. Adjusted for inflation, that sum equates to around $3,100 today. The mid-century modern chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames features a plywood base and leather upholstery. The couple dipped a toe in making virtually every type of furniture, including coffee tables, dining tables, desks and even their clever Eames storage units, given the moniker “working art” upon their 1949 debut at the Detroit Institute of Arts. A fitting label, indeed, for all of the couple’s furnishings, even if they’re best remembered for their chair designs. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage Eames chairs.