Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. The Eameses were lovers of folk craft who had a genius for making highly original chairs, tables, case pieces and other furniture using traditional materials and forms.
As furniture designers, filmmakers, artists, textile and graphic designers and even toy and puzzle makers, the Eameses were a visionary and effective force for the notion that design should be an agent of positive change. They are the happy, ever-curious, ever-adventurous faces of modernism.
Charles Eames (1907–78) studied architecture and industrial design. Ray Eames (née Beatrice Alexandra Kaiser, 1912–88) was an artist, who studied under the Abstract Expressionist painter Hans Hofmann. They met in 1940 at the Cranbrook Academy of Art in suburban Detroit (the legendary institution where Charles also met his frequent collaborator Eero Saarinen and the artist and designer Harry Bertoia) and married the next year.
His technical skills and her artistic flair were wonderfully complementary. They moved to Los Angeles in 1941, where Charles worked on set design for MGM. In the evenings at their apartment, they experimented with molded plywood using a handmade heat-and-pressurization device they called the “Kazam!” machine. The next year, they won a contract from the U.S. Navy for lightweight plywood leg splints for wounded servicemen — vintage Eames splints are coveted collectibles today; more so those that Ray used to make sculptures.
The Navy contract allowed Charles to open a professional studio, and the attention-grabbing plywood furniture the firm produced prompted George Nelson, the director of design of the furniture-maker Herman Miller Inc., to enlist Charles and (by association, if not by contract) Ray in 1946. Some of the first Eames items to emerge from Herman Miller are now classics: the Eames chair, the LCW, or Lounge Chair Wood, and the DCM, or Dining Chair Metal, supported by tubular steel.
The Eameses eagerly embraced new technology and materials, and one of their peculiar talents was to imbue their supremely modern design with references to folk traditions.
Their Wire chair group of the 1950s, for example, was inspired by basket weaving techniques. The populist notion of “good design for all” drove their molded fiberglass chair series that same decade, and also produced the organic-form, ever-delightful La Chaise. In 1956 the Eames lounge chair and ottoman appeared — the supremely comfortable plywood-base-and-leather-upholstery creation that will likely live in homes as long as there are people with good taste and sense.
Charles Eames once said, “The role of the designer is that of a very good, thoughtful host anticipating the needs of his guests.” For very good collectors and thoughtful interior designers, a piece of design by the Eameses, the closer produced to original conception the better, is almost de rigueur — for its beauty and comfort, and not least as a tribute to the creative legacy and enduring influence of Charles and Ray Eames.
The original Eames furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes chairs, tables, case pieces and other items.
1999 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair in Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Executive-Height Soft Pad Desk Chair, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1968. This particular example dates to 1999. T...
Aluminum
Tandem Eames for Herman Miller for Three Shells and a Table Top
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
Tandem Base and Table without shells. Show signs of use. 35 cm H incl the height of the bar of the base/ 40 incl the top of the seat support/ 42 cm incl the top of the table top su...
Metal
2004 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chairs in Tan Leather
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Executive-Height Soft Pad Desk Chair, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1968. This particular example dates to 2004. T...
Aluminum
1968 Herman Miller Eames Time Life Executive Desk Chairs in Leather, 5-Star Base
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Time Life Executive Desk Chairs, model 3474 , initially designed in 1961 by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. The listing price includes one executive chair, a...
Aluminum
1940s Pair of Early Charles Eames for Herman Miller LCW Lounge Chairs in Oak
By Herman Miller, Evans Products Company, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed in the late 1940s by Charles Eames, this chair has cemented itself in Mid-Century Design like very few other pieces. Early models like this are difficult to come by and are very rarely in such good condition, as many have been worked on in some way or another before their value shot up. These chairs feature a super sleek design of steam-bent plywood, an incredibly innovative technique pioneered by Herman Miller in collaboration with the Eames's and manufacturing firm Evans. The large seat and back are mounted to a molded plywood base with rubber shock mounts, another Eames staple. This allows them to have excellent contrast through spacing, which gives them an excellent stance, almost insect-like. Both are early chairs with the correct screw configurations beneath. This pair features all original hardware, finish, and shock mounts. Very few blemishes, and those that exist are minimal, barely visible even in our high-res pictures. At this time, we have two early pairs, as seen in in photos. We also have another single early model, and two extremely rare pre-production chairs with the accompanying molded plywood coffee table...
Plywood
Set of two Vitra 671 Lounge Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames
By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in CULEMBORG, GE
For sale is a lovely set of two iconic Vitra 671 Lounge Chairs, designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1956. The Eames’ wanted to create a spacious armchair that combines ergonomics — ...
Chrome
1975 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Leather w/ Fabric
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Lounge chair and Ottoman, model EA416 and EA423, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. This particular set ...
Aluminum
Eames CTW-3 Coffee Table by Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Highland, IN
This early vintage coffee table by Charles and Ray Eames is an important and iconic design. The result of the couple's experiments in molded plywood, the table is visually and physic...
Ash
Ea 208 Soft Pad Alu Group Office Chairs, Vitra
By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in Renens, CH
One chair left in inventory! The Aluminum group chairs by Charles & Ray Eames are one of the most important designs of the 20th Century. Their original design from the 1950s is stil...
Aluminum
2014 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chairs in Beige Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chairs, Model EA335, designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. These particular examples were produced in 2014. The ...
Aluminum
Eames for Herman Miller Tall Black Leather Desk Chair Soft Pad
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
This authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Executive Height black leather office chair from the Aluminum Group Collection was manufactured in the 2000s. This executive height ch...
Aluminum, Steel
$1,437Sale Price|40% Off
Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller 6' Conference Dining Table
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in South Charleston, WV
71.75 x 41.75 x 27 7/8". Table was designed by Charles and Ray Eames in the early 1960s for Herman Miller, This model produced 1980. Laminate combed oak top. Signed to underside. Fea...
Aluminum
Vitra Aluminium Chair EA 124 and Ottoman EA 125 by Charles & Ray Eames
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Milano, IT
Vitra Aluminium Chair EA 124 and Ottoman EA 125 manufactured by Herman Miller Designed by Charles & Ray Eames in 1958, the EA 124 and related EA 125 ottoman belong to the historic A...
Aluminum
Eames Action Round Desk Table on Casters for Herman Miller, 70s, vintage
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage Eames round table on casters for Herman Miller, 1960s-1970s. Table top : 106 cm diameter 74 cm height Table top thickness : 3 cm Brushed al...
Aluminum, Steel
Set of 4 Vintage White Fiberglass Eames Chairs by Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 vintage white fiberglass Eames chairs by Herman Miller. All original, not a recent edition. Stamped under.
Steel
4 Vintage Charles & Ray Eames Ebonized Plywood DCW Chairs for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in St. Louis, MO
Set of four 1950s Charles & Ray Eames plywood DCW dining chairs in ash with ebony finish for Herman Miller. The set is a marriage of two sets, determined by the back seat shock mount...
Plywood
Charles and Ray Eames three legged pre production ctw rare and unique piece
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Forest, BE
This is a very interesting and unique table I bought in my early years of collecting 15 years ago. It’s a pre production of the famous and acclaimed classic CTW. The difference is th...
Plywood
2008 Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chair Black Sets Avail
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a single (multiple chair or sets are available) Eames Aluminum Group Executive high back desk chair. These examples were produced in 2008 (a few in 2009) and are upholstered in gorgeous black leather. The desk chairs are in excellent condition, showing only some light wear from use. The aluminum frame gleams. These chairs are guaranteed as authentic Herman Miller examples. They will have either the Eames office tag or the Herman Miller Eames anniversary...
Metal
Red Crimson Eames Herman Miller Vintage Fiberglass Shell Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Multiple Available. Original Molded Fiberglass Shell Chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Vintage shell chairs are prized for their attractive patina, distinct...
Fiberglass
2010s Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair in Black 1x Avail
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chairs, Model EA334, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. These particular chairs were produced in the 2010s. T...
Aluminum, Steel
Eames Folding Rectangular Dining Table by Herman Miller, 1955
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller Folding Rectangular Dining Table. Walnut refinished. Legs show typical wear and rubber feet replaced.
Chrome
Charles And Ray Eames Dot Pattern Light Suspension 6 Spheres Lamp by Cassina
By Cassina, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Charles And Ray Eames Dot Pattern Light Suspension 6 Spheres Lamp by Cassina ICONIC PATTERN Initially created for a textile design competition launched in 1947 by the Museum of Mod...
Aluminum
2010 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chairs in Naugahyde
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chairs, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. These particular examples date to 2010. The listed price ...
Aluminum
Set of 4 Vintage White Fiberglass Eames Chairs by Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 vintage white fiberglass Eames chairs by Herman Miller. All original, not a recent edition. Stamped under.
Steel
2018 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair, Leather (1x)
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair, Model EA335, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. These particular examples date to 2018. The desi...
Aluminum, Steel
Eames for Herman Miller Gray Leather Office Chair 2000s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Detroit, MI
This authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Management Height leather office chair from the Aluminum Group Collection was manufactured in the 2000s. This classic mid century mode...
Aluminum, Steel
1940s Pair of Early Charles Eames for Herman Miller Lcw Lounge Chairs in Birch
By Evans Products Company, Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed in the late 1940s by Charles Eames, this chair has cemented itself in Mid-Century Design like very few other pieces. Early models like this are difficult to come by and are very rarely in such good condition, as many have been worked on in some way or another before their value shot up. These chairs feature a super sleek design of steam-bent plywood, an incredibly innovative technique pioneered by Herman Miller in collaboration with the Eames's and manufacturing firm Evans. The large seat and back are mounted to a molded plywood base with rubber shock mounts, another Eames staple. This allows them to have excellent contrast through spacing, which gives them an excellent stance, almost insect-like. Both are early chairs with the 5-2-5 screw configurations beneath. This pair features all original hardware, finish, and shock mounts. Very few blemishes, and those that exist are minimal, barely visible even in our high-res pictures. At this time, we have two early pairs, as seen in in photos. We also have another single early model, and two extremely rare pre-production chairs with the accompanying molded plywood coffee table...
Rubber, Wood, Plywood
Vintage Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller RAR Rocking Chair Restored in Go
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
The classic Eames Rocker! A cult-favourite design gets an added oomph, restored in our cozy, soft, classicly-hued Gotland sheepskin. What a beautiful piece! Herman Miller USA, 19...
Sheepskin, Fiberglass, Birch
2010s Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair Leather 6x Avail
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a single (multiple chairs are available, though sold individually) Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. Th...
Aluminum
MCM Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Chair in Hunter Brown Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic mid-century modern Eames aluminum group management chair. A timeless design classic and contemporary with Innovative comfort features. One of Herman Miller's most ...
Aluminum, Steel
Original 1960s Production Eames Lounge Chair For Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
An exceptional early example Eames Lounge Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, dating from the 1960s. This piece features the highly desirable feather down-filled cushi...
Leather, Rosewood
Eames FSW-6 Folding Screen Room Divider for Herman Miller, 1950s
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in New York, NY
An early molded plywood screen divider in calico ash, designed by Charles & Ray Eames, manufactured by Herman Miller. The screen's ingenious design allows it to be formed into a vari...
Birch, Plywood
$1,200Sale Price|27% Off
'Aluminum Group' Swivel Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1980s, Signed
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic and stylish 'Aluminum Group' executive desk chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Signed underneath seat with Herman Miller labels and stamp to frame. Circa ...
Aluminum
Charles And Ray Eames Dot Pattern Light Suspension 6 Spheres Lamp by Cassina
By Cassina, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Charles And Ray Eames Dot Pattern Light Suspension 6 Spheres Lamp by Cassina ICONIC PATTERN Initially created for a textile design competition launched in 1947 by the Museum of Mod...
Aluminum
2005 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chairs In Tan Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Executive-Height Soft Pad Desk Chair, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1968. This particular example dates to 2005. T...
Aluminum
2018 Eames Plastic DSW Shell Dining Chairs in White w/ Dowel Bases 5x Available
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames DSW Side Chair, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in 1948. These examples were produced by Herman Miller in the USA in 2018, and the lis...
Steel
RAR Rocking Chair by Eames for Vitra, Fiberglass & Wood, 1980s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in Berlin, DE
RAR Ray & Charles Eames Rocking Chair for Vitra
Metal
2007 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chairs in Black Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair, Model EA335, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. These particular examples date to 2007. Their de...
Aluminum, Steel
Ray & Charles Eames for Herman Miller Full Option Rare Green Desk Chair, 1958
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This chair is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach, find more details on his family name plus eu, is for sale soon too. :-) Alu chair...
Aluminum
Charles and Ray Eames RAR
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early Lemon yellow rocker with its original base. Manufacturer's Label and Date Stamp.
Fiberglass
Early Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCM Chair in Oak, 1953
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early Charles Eames for Herman Miller Company molded plywood dining chair in oak with wonderful patina. The oak version is very rare, only one year in production.
Steel
Charles and Ray Eames Mid Century Radio Collection
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A full collection of eight rare production Mid Century radios designed by the iconic and renowned design team of Ray and Charles Eames. The set incl...
Wood
1971 Herman Miller Eames Universal 42 in Square Dining Table with Laminate Top
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Universal Dining Table, Model ET206, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames in 1961. This particular example was produced by Herman Miller in the USA C. 1971. ...
Aluminum, Steel
Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller Early Aniline Dye Red LCW Chair 1950s
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Red aniline dye LCW lounge chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames and manufactured by Herman Miller. The aniline-dyed wood is vibrant and rich, showcasing the dramatic grain undern...
Plywood
Eames Herman Miller Oval Conference Dining Table Universal Segmented Laminate #2
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Topeka, KS
Incredible vintage MCM (Mid-Century Modern) Eames for Herman Miller racetrack oval conference or dining table with a black universal segmented base and a light blonde laminate top wi...
Aluminum, Steel
Mid-Century ‘La Fonda’ Armchairs by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1960s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Alexander Girard’s iconic La Fonda del Sol restaurant in New York City, this pair of ‘La Fonda’ armchairs represents a unique intersection of mi...
Metal
Charles And Ray Eames Dot Pattern White Light Applique 4 Spheres Lamp by Cassina
By Cassina, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Charles And Ray Eames Dot Pattern White Light Applique 4 Spheres Lamp by Cassina ICONIC PATTERN Initially created for a textile design competition launched in 1947 by the Museum of...
Aluminum
Eames Desk by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Eames Desk Unit (ESU - 2nd Generation) by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller. The 2nd generation was a short lived collection being manufactured for only a few short years (1952...
Metal
EA216 Soft Pad Chair by Charles and Ray Eames, USA, 1969
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Antwerp, BE
The EA216 Soft Pad chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames and introduced by Herman Miller in 1969, belongs to the celebrated Soft Pad Group. Developed as a refinement of the earlie...
Aluminum, Steel
2006 Herman Miller Compact Sofa by Ray and Charles Eames with New Blue Fabric
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Compact Sofa, Model S-473, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1954. This particular example dates to 2006 and has been freshly reuphols...
Steel, Chrome
Charles & Ray Eames Set of 4 Off white "H-Base" Chairs for Herman Miller, 1960
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in The Hague, NL
Set of 4 classic chairs the "H-Base" designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1961 produced by Herman Miller. All the chairs are originally marked under seating. The chairs have a Off Wh...
Metal
Eames Blue Gray Leather Office Lounge Chair for Herman Miller - 2 Available
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Detroit, MI
This authentic Eames for Herman Miller Aluminum Group Lounge Chair originally designed in 1958 as part of the Aluminum Group Collection was manufactured in 2005. The unique aluminum ...
Aluminum, Chrome
C. 1956 Pair of Herman Miller Eames DKR Wire Dining Chairs with Eiffel Bases
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of DKR Wire Dining Chairs, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1951. These particular examples were produced by Herman Miller circa 1956. The pair features...
Steel
2016 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Management Desk Chair in Burgundy Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Management Desk Chair, Model EA435, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These examples date to 2016. Thei...
Aluminum, Steel
C. 1990 Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Rosewood w/ Cushion
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman, models 670 and 671, designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1956. This set dates to circa 1990 and has Brazilian rosewood shells. The...
Aluminum
2001 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Management Desk Chair in Brown Leather
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Management Desk Chair, Model EA435, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These examples date to the year 2...
Aluminum
Vintage Dinette Table on a Chrome Base
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Pasadena, TX
This table has a white laminate top Aluminum base with gliders Circa 1975 Made In USA
Wood
Herman Miller Eames Dining Chair and Table Set
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original signed Herman Miller Eames dining set. Features multicolored shell chairs on black H bases. All nylon self leveling chair glides intact, for use on multiple types of surface...
Aluminum, Steel
1958, Ray / Charles Eames; Miller, EA 116, Flat Base Easy Chair in Apple Green
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
Aluminum
C. 1980s Herman Miller Eames Oval Segmented ET151 Conference Table 42 x 72
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Segmented Conference Dining Table, Model ET151, initially designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in 1964. These pieces date to the 1980s. The listed price incl...
Steel