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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
H 31.5 in W 25 in D 18 in
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
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
A Transitional Charles Eames PAW Shell Swivel Chair w Wood Dowel Legs
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
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
1954 Herman Miller Eames LCM Walnut Lounge Chair with Metal Legs
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a circa 1954 production Herman Miller LCM (Lounge Chair with Metal Legs
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
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
H 31.5 in W 25.2 in D 18.12 in
1947 Pair of Evans Eames LCW Chairs in Birch with Ebonized Legs
By Evans Products Company, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of LCW Lounge Chairs, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1947. The
Category
Vintage 1940s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
1952 Herman Miller Eames LCM Lounge Chair Metal Legs with Ebonized Wood Finish
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
1952. The chair shows a repair around the legs, underneath by the shock mounts, which is a repair I am
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 27.5 in W 22.25 in D 25.5 in
1948 Eames LCW Lounge Chair in Ash with Ebonized Legs by Evans / Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an LCW Lounge Chair, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1946. It is an early
Category
Vintage 1940s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 26.5 in W 20 in D 25.25 in
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
H 25.5 in W 31.5 in D 25.5 in
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
H 31 in W 27.5 in D 27.5 in
Set of Six Wire Chairs with Dowel Legs and Bikini Pad by Charles and Ray Eames
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
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
H 31.5 in W 19 in D 21.5 in
Charles & Ray Eames - Four Soft Pad Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and adjustable, in A1 condition. These Eames chairs with 5 legs are rare, especially as a set.
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
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
H 31.5 in W 25 in D 18 in
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
H 31.5 in W 25 in D 18 in
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
H 31.5 in W 25 in D 18 in
WWII Plywood Leg Splint by Charles Eames
By Charles Eames, Evans Products Company
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The WWII molded plywood leg splint, designed by Charles Eames and manufactured by Evans Mfg., is a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Plywood
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
2018 Herman Miller Eames Fiberglass DAW Dining Chair in Tan Fabric w/ Walnut Leg
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are DAW Armchairs, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1948. These examples hail
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
H 31.25 in W 25 in D 24 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 Painted Heart Charger Plate Bowl
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
leg chair for scale.
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
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
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
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
Charles & Ray Eames Dining Chairs Set of 4, Early Edition in Zenith Eiffel Legs
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Zürich, Zürich
Set of 4 iconic DSW Dining Chairs by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller in washed out yellow
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 31.11 in W 18.51 in D 21.66 in
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 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 Ebonized Lounge Chair with Chrome Legs LCM
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Ferndale, MI
Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller
Category
Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs
Charcoal & Walnut Charles Eames PAW Swivel Dowel Leg Chair
By Zenith, Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Miller / Charles Eames with Charcoal Vinyl Cover.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass, Walnut
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
Early Charles Eames Dowel Leg Chair, 1950s DKW-2 Herman Miller
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
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
Set of Six Eames Shell Dining Chairs with Metal Legs by Herman Miller
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning set of six grey Eames shell dining chairs by Herman Miller. They are made from fiberglass
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
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
Charles Eames for Herman Miller LCM in Walnut
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Eames 1946 Lounge Chair with black legs and walnut veneered seat and back by Herman Miller
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
CHARLES AND RAY EAMES PAIR OF DOWEL LEG CHAIRS
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Charles and Ray Eames for Zenith , pair of lemon yellow ( slightly faded) armshells with large
Category
Vintage 1950s American Armchairs
Eames Dowel Leg Swivel Chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
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
Charles Eames PKW-2 Dowel Leg Swivel Chair 1950s
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
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
Eames Molded Plywood Dining Chairs with Chrome Legs for Herman Miller circa 2000
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in San Francisco, CA
Set of four Eames chairs. All have some blemishes denoted in pictures.
Manufacturing sticker on the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 29.5 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in
Charles and Ray Eames Metal Leg Dining Chair DCM for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Ferndale, MI
Charles and Ray Eames dining chair metal ( DCM ) for Herman Miller. Blonde laminate plywood seat in
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Eames Red Aniline DCW by Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Highland, IN
This very nice early example of the iconic Eames DCW (Dining Chair Wood legs) has a rare aniline
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Rubber
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
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
Category
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 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
Category
Vintage 1950s American Chairs
Eames Herman Miller Zenith Parchment Dowel Leg Chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
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 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 Charles Eames, Herman Miller
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
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
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
Herman Miller USA Eames DAX Fiberglass Armchairs with Four-Leg Base, 1983
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Schagen, NL
A beautiful set of four Herman Miller DAX armchairs in white, designed by Charles and Ray Eames
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 32.29 in W 25.6 in D 22.45 in
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
1960s Grey Fabric on Metal Legs Lounge Chair by George Nelson
By George Nelson, Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE
Lounge chair by George Nelson, new upholstery on chrome-plated metal, USA, 1963.
The lounge chair
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
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Eames Chair Legs For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of eames chair legs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and plastic, all eames chair legs available were constructed with great care. There are 495 antique and vintage eames chair legs for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 22 modern editions to choose from as well. Eames chair legs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Eames chair legs bearing mid-century modern or modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made eames chair legs over the years, but those made by Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller and Charles Eames are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Eames Chair Legs?
Eames chair legs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,812, while the lowest priced sells for $95 and the highest can go for as much as $131,432.
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 Chair Legs
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To 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.
- Why is the Eames chair iconic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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, 2022The 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.
- Is an Eames chair worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The 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 26, 2024Eames 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.
- Is an Eames chair comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Whether 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.
- Who designed the Eames chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Charles 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, 2024Yes, 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023To 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, 2022The 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Whether 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, 2023To 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, 2022Yes, 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023What 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, 2022The 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, 2023The 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.
- Is my vintage Eames chair real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To 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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021When it isn’t a stool, a three-legged chair may also be called a turned chair. These types of chairs were well known in the late 16th and early 17th centuries, and they have retained their charm in our era. Shop for a range of vintage turned chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One 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, 2023When 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.
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