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Mid Century Eames La Fonda Chairs by Herman Miller Newly Upholstered - Pair
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Eames La Fonda Chairs by Herman Miller Newly Upholstered in Zebra Print Cow Hide
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Mid Century Eames Herman Miller Dsw Dining Chairs In Elephant Hide Grey, 1950s
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
This is an original 1950s Eames fiberglass set of 4 shell chairs with original model sticker and
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass, Walnut
H 32.68 in W 18.12 in D 21.26 in
1 Mid-Century Eames H Miller Fiberglass Arm Shell Chair Walnut Moderna Stool
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Pasadena, TX
' molded plywood furniture. Their molded plywood chair was called "the chair of the century" by the
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Fiberglass, Walnut
Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Office Chair by Herman Miller, c1990s
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Step into a world of timeless elegance and exceptional comfort with this authentic Mid Century
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Mid Century Modern Eames Swivel Chairs - Pair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Eames for Herman Miller Aluminum Group Swivel Chairs in a Textured Ostrich
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Mid Century Modern Eames Herman Miller Table
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Eames Herman Miller Table
This small table would is a cute stand that
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Modern Early Eames DAX Armed Shell Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Early Eames DAX Armed Shell Chair
Fiberglass in good condition and structurally
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Mid-Century Modern Ebonized Wood and Chrome DCM Eames Chair
By Charles Eames
Located in Toledo, OH
Mid-Century Modern ebonized wood and chrome chair by DCM Eames. Very nice condition. Dimensions: 21
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Mid-20th Century North American Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Modern Time Life Stool by Charles & Ray Eames
By Ray Eames
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
Early example of a Time Life stool by Charles and Ray Eames. Influenced by Rays background as a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Walnut
Eames for Herman Miller DCM Plywood and Chrome Chair Mid Century Modern
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Enhance your home or office with the iconic Mid Century Modern charm of this Eames for Herman
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Charles & Ray Eames, Mid-Century Modern, Eames Lounge Chair, Black Leather, Wood
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Stamford, CT
Charles & Ray Eames, Mid-Century Modern, Eames Lounge Chair, Black Leather, Wood
An authentic
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Vintage 1970s American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
H 30.5 in W 33 in D 34 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Herman Miller No1 Eames Conference Table
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer this super rare and highly collectable, original, Mid Century Modern
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Eames Herman Miller Rolling Contract Side Table Mid-Century Modern
By Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Eames Herman Miller Rolling Contract Side Table Mid-Century Modern. Item features off white
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Eames Mid Century Soft Pad Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Countryside, IL
Eames mid-century soft pad chair.
The chair measures: 22 wide x 20.5 deep x 39.5 high, with a seat
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Herman Miller Eames Style Acrylic Molded Armchair Vintage Mid Century Modern
By Herman Miller
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
mid-century modern design. Its transparent acrylic seat is elegantly molded to provide both style and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.5 in W 24 in D 24 in
Mid-Century Modern Charles & Ray Eames Swivel Chairs, Ottoman, Seating Group
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern Charles & Ray Eames swivel chairs, ottoman, seating group
Mid-Century Modern
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 38.5 in W 24 in D 25 in
Mid-Century Modern White Vintage Fiberglass Chair by Charles & Ray Eames, 1950s
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage model DSS-N fiberglass chair was designed by Charles & Ray Eames and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 35.44 in W 22.64 in D 21.46 in
Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Charcoal Management Chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic mid-century modern Eames aluminum group management chair.
A timeless design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs ...
Materials
Aluminum
H 32 in W 23 in D 23 in
Mid Century Modern Ray & Charles Eames Rosewood Lounge Chair with Ottoman
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Beautiful and iconic design by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller in Rosewood and Black Leather
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 33.5 in W 32.5 in D 33.5 in
Charles Eames Herman Miller Mid Century Modern Multi Color Compact Sofa Loveseat
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Charles Eames Herman Miller Mid Century Modern Multi Color Compact Sofa Loveseat Bench
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 35 in W 72 in D 26 in
Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Black Management Chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic mid-century modern Eames aluminum group management chair.
A timeless design
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Eames Molded Fiberglass Black Armchair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Gorgeous vintage mid-century modern Eames molded fiberglass black armchair.
Arguably one of the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 31 in W 25 in D 24 in
Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Leather Management Chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic Mid-Century Modern Eames aluminum group management chair.
A timeless design
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 33 in W 23 in D 23 in
Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Lounge Chair Mid 20th Century Modern Circa 1970
By Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid 20th Century Herman Miller Group Management Aluminum Lounge Chair - Designed by Charles Eames
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 33.5 in W 24.5 in D 29.5 in
Vintage Herman Miller Eames DCM Ebony Mid Century Modern Dining Side Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Early Herman Miller Charles Ray Eames DCM Ebony Mid Century Modern Dining Chair. Item features a
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Vintage Aluminum Office Desk Chair Ray & Charles Eames 1958
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage office chair or desk chair EA 124 by Charles & Ray Eames, which features
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 38.98 in W 25.01 in D 27.96 in
Armchairs in off-white from Charles Eames for Herman Miller Mid-Century Modern
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
designs of the early modern design movement. The Eames' are known for their groundbreaking designs and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.3 in W 25.6 in D 24.61 in
Mid-Century Modern Set of Four DKR Bikini Chairs by Charles Eames
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Catania, CT
Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Some rust spots on the metal. Original from 60s.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
American mid-century modern table Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1960s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in MIlano, IT
American mid-century modern table Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1960s
Dining table
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Metal
H 28.15 in W 72.45 in D 42.33 in
Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Eames Molded Fiberglass Gray Desk Task Armchair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning mid-century modern Eames molded fiberglass gray task armchair.
Arguably one of the 20th
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 32 in W 26.25 in D 26.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Black Mesh Executive Chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning Authentic Mid-Century Modern eames aluminum group executive chair.
A timeless design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs ...
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
H 41.5 in W 23 in D 23 in
Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Eames Molded Plastic Charcoal Side Chair, DSR
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning mid-century modern Eames molded plastic side chair with wire base.
Arguably one of the
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 31.5 in W 18 in D 21.5 in
Mid Century Modern Lounge Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1960s
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brugge, BE
Introducing the 'EA116' chair, an exquisite embodiment of mid-century modern design conceived in
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 33.67 in W 24.41 in D 28.35 in
Set of 6 Mid Century Modern Butterscotch Yellow "H" Base Eames Shell Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Lafayette, IN
of iconic chairs in a great color and would make a striking addition to any Mid-Century home or
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31 in W 18.5 in D 21 in
Mid-Century Modern Eames Molded Plywood Dining Chairs Wood Base DCW - a Pair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Fabulous pair of classic and iconic mid-century modern Eames molded plywood dining chairs with
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rubber, Plywood
H 28.75 in W 19.5 in D 21.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Eames Rkr Rocking Accent Chair 1st Generation
Located in Seattle, WA
Mid-Century Modern Eames RKR wire rocking chair features orange bikini pads for Herman Miller
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid century modern vintage Eames style lounge chair and ottoman
By Charlton Company
Located in Phoenix, AZ
1970s vintage Charlton Company, Inc. mid century modern lounge chair and ottoman in walnut with
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Walnut, Bentwood
Mid Century Moder Time Life Stool by Charles & Ray Eames
By Ray Eames
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
Early example of a Time Life stool by Charles and Ray Eames. Influenced by Rays background as a
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Walnut
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Charles Eames for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A nice early set of four DCW chairs designed by Charles Eames and produced by Herman Miller in the
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plywood
H 29 in W 20 in D 22.5 in
Set of 6 Vitra EA107 Aluminum Chairs by Charles & Ray Eames 'Mid-Century Modern'
By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in CULEMBORG, GE
Chair is super iconic, award winning, pretty much the most well-known chair of the Mid-Centruy Modern
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 31.89 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Mid-Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Charles & Ray Eames
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Charles & Ray Eames
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Chromed Steel/ Black Leather Eames Era Lounge Chair
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
, designed 1956 by Charles & Ray Eames. Chromed steel base and black leather, very good condition.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 33.47 in W 31.5 in D 39.38 in
Mid Century Modern Early Version C1946 Evans Eames LCW Lounge Chair in Birch
By Evans Products Company, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Port Jervis, NY
What more can be said about this chair. Such a revolutionary design which took a fair amount of time to perfect. This particular chair is crafted from birch and bears all the origina...
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch, Plywood
H 26.75 in W 22.15 in D 23.5 in
Set of 8 Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wood Shell Dining Chairs by Charles Eames
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A complete set of molded plywood dining chairs designed by Charles Eames and produced by Herman
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Round Coffee Table Charles Eames Herman Miller
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Baltimore, MD
Rare 1950's coffee table designed by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, early production, Aluminum
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Orange Vintage Dining Chairs Charles Ray Eames Chairs 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid century modern orange original vintage set of 4 dining chairs by Charles and Ray Eames 1950s
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 31.5 in W 24.02 in D 21.26 in
Mid Century Black Leather Office Chair by Eames for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
the Aluminum Group Collection was manufactured in the 2000s. This classic mid century modern office
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Eames For Herman Miller Mid Century Yellow Fiberglass Shell Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Countryside, IL
Eames For Herman Miller Mid Century Yellow Fiberglass Shell Chair
The chair measures: 24.75 wide
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Eames For Herman Miller Mid Century Fiberglass Shell Red Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Countryside, IL
Eames For Herman Miller Mid Century Fiberglass Shell Red Chair
The chair measures: 24.75 wide x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Eames For Herman Miller Mid Century Fiberglass Shell Blue Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Countryside, IL
Eames For Herman Miller Mid Century Fiberglass Shell Blue Chair
The chair measures: 24.75 wide x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Charles Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century Upholstered Shell Office Chair
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Countryside, IL
Charles Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century upholstered shell office chair
This chair measures
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Mid Century Cream Leather Office Chair by Eames for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
the Aluminum Group Collection was manufactured in the 2000s. This classic mid century modern office
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs ...
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Mid-Century Psyche Mirror by Charles & Ray Eames for Vitra, circa 1969
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Rare and authentic full-length mirror designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Vitra in the 1960s
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Mirrors and Full-Leng...
Materials
Metal
H 63.39 in W 15.75 in D 24.81 in
Magnificent Rare Brazilian Rosewood Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman Mid-Century
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Pemberton, NJ
by Charles and Ray Eames. This chair retains its super rare double ring back black medallion made
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.5 in W 32.75 in D 32.75 in
2000s Eames Herman Miller Orange Brown Leather Office Chair Mid Century
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
office chair from the Aluminum Group Collection was manufactured in the 2000s. This classic mid century
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs ...
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Mid-Century Leather Soft Pad Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for ICF, 1970s
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Leather Soft Pad Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for ICF, 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 32.29 in W 22.05 in D 21.26 in
Original Charles & Ray Eames Mid Century Leg Splint in Molded Plywood, 1943
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Stockholm, SE
produced by Evans 1943. A true mid century collectible piece perfect as a wall sculpture etc.
Height: 42
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Plywood, Paper
H 42.13 in W 7.88 in D 3.55 in
Original Mid Century Black Leather Office Chair by Eames for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames, Charles Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
the Aluminum Group Collection was manufactured in the 2000s. This classic mid century modern office
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century Early Edition Aluminum Group Office Chair
By Herman Miller
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An Eames for Herman Miller vintage Aluminum Group chair. A beautiful mid century modern chair with
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 34.75 in W 25 in D 26 in
Mid-Century Charles Eames for Herman Miller Fiberglass Dining Chairs in Orange
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Mortsel, BE
Introducing the Mid-Century Charles Eames by Herman Miller Orange Fibreglass Shell Chair, a
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.5 in W 24.41 in D 22.45 in
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Midcentury Modern Eames For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of midcentury modern eames available for sale. The range of distinct midcentury modern eames — often made from metal, wood and plastic — can elevate any home. We have 3245 antique and vintage midcentury modern eames in-stock, while there are 5 modern editions to choose from as well. Midcentury modern eames have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Midcentury modern eames are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Midcentury modern eames have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller and Charles Eames are consistently popular.
How Much are Midcentury Modern Eames?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,499, while they’re typically $19 on the low end and $425,000 highest priced.
A Close Look at Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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