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Eames Time Life Lobby Lounge Chair ES105 in Forest Green Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Seattle, WA
today so it is worth remembering them all. Generally speaking however, the Eames Time Life Lobby Chair
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Eames Time Life Lobby Lounge Chair in Oxblood Calfskin Leather, 1960s
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Coronado, CA
You won't find a nicer example of the Eames "Time Life Lobby Chair". This stunning, early specimen
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Eames Time Life Lobby Chair by Mobile International, France
By Mobilier International, Charles Eames
Located in London, GB
Here's a timeless classic - this Eames Time Life Lobby chair was made by Mobilier International
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eames Time Life Office Desk Chair in Black Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Eames Time Life office/desk chair. Executed in black leather and cast aluminum. On tilting
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1970s Herman Miller Eames Time Life Lobby Chair in Cognac Leather 2x Available
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Time Life Lobby Chair, model ES105, designed in 1960 by Charles and Ray Eames. The
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Charles Eames Lounge Chairs for Herman Miller
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in bari, IT
Set two lounge chairs model EA 108 designer Charles Eames for Herman Miller production 1960s
Category

Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Charles Eames Lounge Chairs for Herman Miller
Charles Eames Lounge Chairs for Herman Miller
H 33.08 in W 22.25 in D 19.3 in
Eames Time Life Chair in Grey Leather for Herman Miller, 1980s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Eames Time Life chair for Herman Miller in light grey leather with a polished aluminum
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Eames Time Life Chair in Black Leather for Herman Miller, 1980s USA
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Eames Time Life swivel chair in black leather for Herman Miller. Original black leather
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Time life chair Herman Miller Charles and Ray Eames
By Herman Miller
Located in Pasadena, TX
TimeLife Chair Herman Miller designed by Charles Eames Height: 35.5 in (90.17 cm)Width: 26.5 in
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Eames Time Life Chair in Tan Leather for Herman Miller, 1980s USA
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Eames Time Life chair for Herman Miller in tan leather with a polished aluminum frame and
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Early Vintage Time Life Desk Chair ES104 by Charles Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Time Life Desk Chair ES104 by Charles Eames for Herman Miller. The appears to be a nice
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eames Time Life Lobby Lounge Chair in Black Leather for Herman Miller, 1980s USA
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Eames Time Life Lobby Chair in black leather for Herman Miller. Black leather is in good
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Vintage 1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk C...

Materials

Aluminum

Eames Time Life Chair in Navy Blue Burlap for Herman Miller, 1978 USA
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Eames Time Life swivel chair for Herman Miller in rarely seen original navy blue burlap
Category

Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk C...

Materials

Aluminum

Eames Time Life Chair in Chocolate Leather for Herman Miller, 1978 USA
By Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Eames Time Life swivel chair in chocolate brown leather for Herman Miller. Original black
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Herman Miller, circa 1950
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
The Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman, designed by Charles and Ray Eames, is a timeless and iconic
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eames Office / Alexander Girard La Fonda Side Chair For Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Doraville, GA
A "La Fonda" side chair designed in collaboration with the Eames Office and Alexander Girard. This
Category

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

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Black Leather Executive Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames
By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in Madrid, ES
, manufactured by Vitra. The Lobby chair was designed in 1960 for the reception areas of the Time Life building
Category

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

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Eames Vitra La Chaise Chair, Original, Fiberglass First Generation, 1992
By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in Brooklyn, NY
shape the Eameses thought would fit the chair perfectly. Ironically the Eames' had chosen a sculpture
Category

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

Materials

Stainless Steel

Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller La Fonda Chairs, Pair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
We adore the La Fonda design! These chairs were commissioned by Alexander Girard for a Mexican
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Fiberglass

"Desert Rose" - Still Life on a Retaining Wall with Landscape in the Background
Located in Soquel, CA
seating design, experimenting with new chair models that bridged form and function. Charles and Ray Eames
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Still-life Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Canvas

Original Vintage Charles & Ray Eames RAR Rocking Chair for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Iron

MCM Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller Aluminum Group High Back Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Topeka, KS
Eames for Herman Miller Aluminum Group high back chair!!! Except maybe a purple one!! Aubergine Eggplant
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

"Flowers in Pink Vase" Oil on Canvas, Still-Life Painting, Rich Pinks & Greens
By Artis Lane
Located in Detroit, MI
collaborated with Charles and Ray Eames on chair and furniture design. Numerous creative artists who are alumni
Category

1970s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

MCM Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller Aluminum Group High Back Chairs Set 3
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Topeka, KS
Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller Aluminum Group high back chair, is THREE of them!!! WOW!!! Each
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

4 DKX-2 Wire Bikini Shell Chairs X Bases Hot Pink Bikinis Eames Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Topeka, KS
, and baskets. Versatility was one of the Eames design edicts so this chair could be configured in
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 10 Vitra Herman Miller ES105 Lobby Chair by Charles Eames 1970s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Aachen, NW
Rare set of 10 Time life Lobby Chair model ES105 produced by Vitra/Herman Miller. The chairs
Category

Vintage 1970s American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

EC-127 Dining Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
These original EC-127 padded DCM Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller chairs have been given new life
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

EC-127 Dining Chair
EC-127 Dining Chair
H 30.5 in W 2 in D 21 in
Eames PAC Yellow Padded Swivel Armchair w/Gray Fiberglass Shell & Aluminum Base
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Topeka, KS
wrong with this fabulous chair no matter your style or its placement. Charles Eames was born in St
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1 Herman Miller Time Life Office Executive Leather Chair 4-Star Base
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Pasadena, TX
Herman Miller Time Life Executive Chair Originally designed in 1960 for the lobby of the Time
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Pharrell Williams Perspective Chair for Domeau & Pérès Resin Leather France
By Domeau & Pérès
Located in Munster, NRW
illustration of this Pharrell Williams quote. Discreet homage to the Eames stacking chairs, the chair designed
Category

Early 2000s French Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Resin

Pair of French Organic Modern Leather Lounge Chairs & Ottoman, Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin
Located in New York, NY
, Harry Bertoia, Arne Jacobsen, Egg Chairs, Poul Kjaerholm, George Nakashima, Ray and Charles Eames, Rick
Category

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

Materials

Faux Leather

Bodil Kjær Principal Dining Wood Chair
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. One of the last living mid-century Scandinavian design
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Bodil Kjær Principal Dining Wood Chair
Bodil Kjær Principal Dining Wood Chair
H 27.96 in W 24.81 in D 22.05 in
Vintage MCM George Nelson 5476 Lounge Chair for Herman Miller Fuchsia Fabric
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage MCM (a.k.a.) Mid-Century Modern 5476 lounge chair designed by George Nelson for
Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Bodil Kjær Principal Dining Wood Chair by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. One of the last living mid-century Scandinavian design
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Bodil Kjær Principal Dining Wood Chair by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. One of the last living mid-century Scandinavian design
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Bodil Kjær Principal Dining Wood Chair by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. One of the last living mid-century Scandinavian design
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Bodil Kjær Principal Dining Wood Chair by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. One of the last living mid-century Scandinavian design
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Bodil Kjær Principal Dining Wood Chair by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. One of the last living mid-century Scandinavian design
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Bodil Kjær Principal Dining Wood Chair by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. One of the last living mid-century Scandinavian design
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Bodil Kjær Principal Dining Wood Chair by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. One of the last living mid-century Scandinavian design
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Bodil Kjær Principal Dining Wood Chair by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. One of the last living mid-century Scandinavian design
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Bodil Kjær Principal Dining Wood Chair by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. One of the last living mid-century Scandinavian design
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Bodil Kjær Principal Dining Wood Chair by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. One of the last living midcentury Scandinavian design
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Bodil Kjær Principal Dining Wood Chair by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. One of the last living Midcentury Scandinavian design
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Bodil Kjær Principal Dining Wood Chair by Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. One of the last living mid-century Scandinavian design
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 2 Kartell Masters Chairs in Orange by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet
By Philippe Starck, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Armchair by Eero Saarinen and the Eiffel chair by Charles Eames are interwoven into a sinuous hybrid giving
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Masters Chairs in Black by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet
By Philippe Starck, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Armchair by Eero Saarinen and the Eiffel chair by Charles Eames are interwoven into a sinuous hybrid giving
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Masters Chairs in Sage by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet
By Philippe Starck, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Armchair by Eero Saarinen and the Eiffel chair by Charles Eames are interwoven into a sinuous hybrid giving
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Masters Chairs in Grey by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet
By Philippe Starck, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Armchair by Eero Saarinen and the Eiffel chair by Charles Eames are interwoven into a sinuous hybrid giving
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Masters Chairs in Chrome by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet
By Philippe Starck, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
armchair by Eero Saarinen and the Eiffel chair by Charles Eames are interwoven into a sinuous hybrid giving
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Masters Chairs in Gold by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet
By Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
armchair by Eero Saarinen and the Eiffel chair by Charles Eames are interwoven into a sinuous hybrid giving
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Masters Chairs in Copper by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet
By Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
armchair by Eero Saarinen and the eiffel chair by Charles Eames are interwoven into a sinuous hybrid giving
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Masters Chairs in Mustard by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet
By Philippe Starck, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Armchair by Eero Saarinen and the Eiffel chair by Charles Eames are interwoven into a sinuous hybrid giving
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Masters Chairs in White by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet
By Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Armchair by Eero Saarinen and the Eiffel chair by Charles Eames are interwoven into a sinuous hybrid giving
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Set of Four Principal Dining Wood Chairs Designed by Bodil Kjær
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. One of the last living Midcentury Scandinavian design
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of 2 Kartell Masters Chairs in Titanium by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet
By Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
armchair by Eero Saarinen and the Eiffel chair by Charles Eames are interwoven into a sinuous hybrid giving
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Set of Four Principal Dining Wood Chairs Designed by Bodil Kjær
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. One of the last living mid-century Scandinavian design
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Two Principal Dining Wood Chairs Designed by Bodil Kjær for Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. One of the last living midcentury Scandinavian design
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Two Principal Dining Wood Chairs Designed by Bodil Kjær for Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Bodil Kjær in 1959. One of the last living mid-century Scandinavian design
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

4 Mid Century Modern Maurice Burke Model 115 Tulip Star Shell Dining Chairs
By Maurice Burke
Located in Dayton, OH
Four original mid century Burke Inc. tulip shell chairs featuring the iconic star design in white
Category

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

Materials

Metal

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Eames Life Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic eames life chair available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, animal skin and leather, every eames life chair was constructed with great care. There are 428 variations of the antique or vintage eames life chair you’re looking for, while we also have 48 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a eames life chair — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each eames life chair bearing mid-century modern, modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one eames life chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller and Charles Eames produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Eames Life Chair?

Prices for a eames life chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $0 and can go as high as $50,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,300.
Questions About Eames Life 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
  • 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 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
    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 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.

    Find vintage Charles and Ray Eames furniture 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 ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The best Eames lounge chair reproduction is really a matter of preference. Herman Miller and Vitra currently manufacture the Eames lounge chair and ottoman. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage Eames lounge chairs as well as a collection of other seating designed by Charles and Ray Eames.