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Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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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.

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Creator: Charles and Ray Eames
Model EA 124 + 125 Vitra Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Charles & Ray Eames
Model EA 124 + 125 Vitra Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Charles & Ray Eames

Model EA 124 + 125 Vitra Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Charles & Ray Eames

By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

EA124 & EA125 aluminum armchair and footstool by Charles and Ray Eames for Vitra, fabricated in 1999. The EA124 & EA125 aluminum armchair and footstool is one of the greatest furnit...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Aluminum

Herman Miller Eames Ivory Leather Management Desk Chair with Pneumatic Lift
Herman Miller Eames Ivory Leather Management Desk Chair with Pneumatic Lift

Herman Miller Eames Ivory Leather Management Desk Chair with Pneumatic Lift

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful edition of the classic Eames office chair. Herman Miller edition Eames aluminum group Management chair in ivory leather. Features the pneumatic height lift adjustment which...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

Materials

Leather

Charles and Ray Eames DAX armchair by Herman Miller
Charles and Ray Eames DAX armchair by Herman Miller

Charles and Ray Eames DAX armchair by Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Athens, Attiki

The DAX chair combines the shell of the 'Eames armchairs' with a classic four-legged base and is thus a realisation of the chair concept created by Charles and Ray Eames in the 1950s. Thanks to its relatively simple appearance, the dax chair is undoubtedly the most versatile of Eames plastic chairs...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Metal

Eames for Herman Miller MCM Blue Padded Fiberglass Swivel Office Chair
Eames for Herman Miller MCM Blue Padded Fiberglass Swivel Office Chair

Eames for Herman Miller MCM Blue Padded Fiberglass Swivel Office Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century Blue Padded Fiberglass Swivel Office Chair This office chair measures: 25.5 wide x 24 deep x 32.75 high, with a seat height of 18.5 and arm heigh...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Metal

2010s Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller Wire Bar Stool w/ Bikini Pad
2010s Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller Wire Bar Stool w/ Bikini Pad

2010s Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller Wire Bar Stool w/ Bikini Pad

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames wire shell stool, initially designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in 1951. These examples date to the 2010s. The listed pric...

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2010s American Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

Materials

Steel

Ray & Charles Eames for Herman Miller Full Option Rare Green Desk Chair, 1958
Ray & Charles Eames for Herman Miller Full Option Rare Green Desk Chair, 1958

Ray & Charles Eames for Herman Miller Full Option Rare Green Desk Chair, 1958

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Aluminum

1953 ESU 240-N Shelving Unit by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller w/ Walnut
1953 ESU 240-N Shelving Unit by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller w/ Walnut

1953 ESU 240-N Shelving Unit by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller w/ Walnut

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an original 1953 ESU 240-N Shelving Unit designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in 1949. This unit dates to 1953 and will be accompanied by its original receipt ...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Enamel, Steel, Chrome

Vitra Occasional Table TLR Charles Ray Eames Couchtisch Beistell
Vitra Occasional Table TLR Charles Ray Eames Couchtisch Beistell

Vitra Occasional Table TLR Charles Ray Eames Couchtisch Beistell

By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten einen wunderschönen kleinen Couch-/ Beistelltisch von Vitra zum Verkauf an. Das Tischchen wurde von Charles & Ray Eames entworfen und trägt den Modellnamen "Occasional...

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1990s German Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

1964 Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Rosewood and White Leather
1964 Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Rosewood and White Leather

1964 Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Rosewood and White Leather

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an original Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman, model 670 and 671, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1956. This set dates to 1964, per its label. The shells ...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Aluminum

Vintage "Men of Modern Mathematics" by Charles and Ray Eames, 1966
Vintage "Men of Modern Mathematics" by Charles and Ray Eames, 1966

Vintage "Men of Modern Mathematics" by Charles and Ray Eames, 1966

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage "Men of Modern Mathematics" by Charles and Ray Eames, 1966 offset lithograph in colors open: 48 h × 73.5 w folded: 24 h × 14.75 w "poster comes with its original envelope...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Paper

Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century Walnut Time Life Stool
Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century Walnut Time Life Stool

Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century Walnut Time Life Stool

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century Walnut Time Life Stool This stool measures: 13 wide x 13 deep x 15 high, with a seat height of 13 inches Mint Condition! Ready to ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Walnut

2010s Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Management Desk Chair in Fabric w/ Pneumatic
2010s Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Management Desk Chair in Fabric w/ Pneumatic

2010s Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Management Desk Chair in Fabric w/ Pneumatic

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Management Desk Chair, Model EA435, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. This example dates to the 2010s. I...

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2010s American Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Aluminum

1940s Pair of Early Charles Eames for Herman Miller LCW Lounge Chairs in Oak
1940s Pair of Early Charles Eames for Herman Miller LCW Lounge Chairs in Oak

1940s Pair of Early Charles Eames for Herman Miller LCW Lounge Chairs in Oak

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller, Evans Products Company

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...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Plywood

MCM Eames Herman Miller Natural Oak Round Universal Base Table w/ Gromet Hole
MCM Eames Herman Miller Natural Oak Round Universal Base Table w/ Gromet Hole

MCM Eames Herman Miller Natural Oak Round Universal Base Table w/ Gromet Hole

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Topeka, KS

Wonderful vintage Mid-Century Modern Eames for Herman Miller 60” round tables comprised of light natural oak wood veneer tops, black universal bases, an...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Metal, Aluminum

Set of 2 Aluminium Chair EA108 by Charles and Ray Eames  for ICF, 1960s
Set of 2 Aluminium Chair EA108 by Charles and Ray Eames  for ICF, 1960s

Set of 2 Aluminium Chair EA108 by Charles and Ray Eames  for ICF, 1960s

By ICF Group, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Padova, IT

True icons of twentieth century design, the seats of the Aluminum Group series were designed by Charles and Ray Eames in the 1950s and were first created in 1958, defining what is still the standard for meeting chairs today. A clean and visible structure, which combines the stability and lightness of aluminum with the comfort of a covering - in leather, fabric or mesh - which, being kept taut only by fixing to the sides, becomes an integral part of the joint. With an extraordinary sense of adventure, Charles and Ray Eames turned...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Aluminum

Eames RAR Rocking Armchair for Herman Miller
Eames RAR Rocking Armchair for Herman Miller

Eames RAR Rocking Armchair for Herman Miller

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A very nice iconic Mid Century designed molded fiberglass rocking arm shell chair in a parchment color . The satin black base is constructed in metal rods with birch wood runners giv...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Metal

1990s Herman Miller Eames Segmented Conference / Dining Table 36 x 60 ET149
1990s Herman Miller Eames Segmented Conference / Dining Table 36 x 60 ET149

1990s Herman Miller Eames Segmented Conference / Dining Table 36 x 60 ET149

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Segmented Conference Dining Table, Model ET149, initially designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in 1964. These pieces date to the 1990s. The listed price incl...

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1990s American Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Steel

Pair of Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chairs by Herman Miller Purple
Pair of Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chairs by Herman Miller Purple

Pair of Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chairs by Herman Miller Purple

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Highland, IN

The design of the Aluminum group chairs came from Girard's lament to Charles Eames that there was no well designed outdoor furniture when he was working with Eero Saarinen on the cre...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Aluminum

Vitra Aluminium Chair EA 124 and Ottoman EA 125 by Charles & Ray Eames
Vitra Aluminium Chair EA 124 and Ottoman EA 125 by Charles & Ray Eames

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...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Aluminum

La Fonda Arm Chair by Eames, Mid-Century Modern, Circa 1960, USA
La Fonda Arm Chair by Eames, Mid-Century Modern, Circa 1960, USA

La Fonda Arm Chair by Eames, Mid-Century Modern, Circa 1960, USA

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Centreville, VA

This arm chair is one of two new fiberglass chairs Charles and Ray Eames designed in 1961, inspired by request from Alexander Girard, who needed seating for his new Manhattan restaurant, La Fonda Del Sol. Some collectors call these “La Fonda” chairs after the restaurant where they were first installed. Because Girard wanted chairs with seat backs no higher than dining table tops, Charles and Ray Eames designed the Eames La Fonda Arm Chair...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Steel

Brilliant Yellow Eames for Herman Miller Vintage 1960s Fiberglass Shell Chairs
Brilliant Yellow Eames for Herman Miller Vintage 1960s Fiberglass Shell Chairs

Brilliant Yellow Eames for Herman Miller Vintage 1960s Fiberglass Shell Chairs

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

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 thread texture and beautiful depth of color seen in the fiberglass material. Shell is stamped with the Herman Miller emblem underneath. Dated to the 1970s. OAM boasts one of the largest collections of vintage Eames fiberglass shell...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Fiberglass

Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Lounge Chair -Dark Brown
Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Lounge Chair -Dark Brown

Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Lounge Chair -Dark Brown

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Lounge Chair was originally designed in 1958 as part of the Aluminum Group Collection. This particular example in dark brown leather...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Leather

1950, Ray & Charles Eames for Herman Miller Set DSS Fiberglass Stacking Chairs
1950, Ray & Charles Eames for Herman Miller Set DSS Fiberglass Stacking Chairs

1950, Ray & Charles Eames for Herman Miller Set DSS Fiberglass Stacking Chairs

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

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 Beac...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

Eames Time Life Chair in Black Leather for Herman Miller, 1980s USA
Eames Time Life Chair in Black Leather for Herman Miller, 1980s USA

Eames Time Life Chair in Black Leather for Herman Miller, 1980s USA

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Wilton, CT

Originally designed in 1960 by Charles and Ray Eames for use in the lobby of the Time Life building in New York City. This luxurious vintage chair made by Herman Miller in the 1980's...

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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Aluminum, Steel

2nd Gen Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Contura Vitra 1961
2nd Gen Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Contura Vitra 1961

2nd Gen Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Contura Vitra 1961

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Aachen, NW

This rare lounge chair and ottoman were designed by Charles & Ray Eames and were produced by Contura in 1960/1961. It is one of the earliest european lounge chairs which were pro...

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Leather, Wood

1958, Ray / Charles Eames; Miller, EA 116, Flat Base Easy Chair in Apple Green
1958, Ray / Charles Eames; Miller, EA 116, Flat Base Easy Chair in Apple Green

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...

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20th Century Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

American Mid Century Charles & Ray Eames Contract Base Coffee Cocktail Table
American Mid Century Charles & Ray Eames Contract Base Coffee Cocktail Table

American Mid Century Charles & Ray Eames Contract Base Coffee Cocktail Table

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in San Diego, CA

A rare example of an Eames Contract base coffee table with marbelized, grey laminate top over wood with cast aluminum base and lacquered steel great condition. part of the Aluminum g...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Aluminum

Charles and Ray Eames Vintage Fiberglas Bench with Side Table 1970s
Charles and Ray Eames Vintage Fiberglas Bench with Side Table 1970s

Charles and Ray Eames Vintage Fiberglas Bench with Side Table 1970s

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Münster, DE

Eames Bench, Tandem Seating Group Designed by Charles and Ray Eames, 2 fiberglass seat shells and a side table, crossbar with chrome-plated legs...

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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Metal

Charles and Ray Eames three legged pre production ctw rare and unique piece
Charles and Ray Eames three legged pre production ctw rare and unique piece

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Plywood

Charles & Ray Eames EA222 softpad leather lounge chair, 1990s
Charles & Ray Eames EA222 softpad leather lounge chair, 1990s

Charles & Ray Eames EA222 softpad leather lounge chair, 1990s

By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Vintage 90's eames EA222 softapd black leather lounge chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames and produced by Vitra. Timeless design offering a lot of com...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Aluminum

C. 1956 Pair of Herman Miller Eames DKR Wire Dining Chairs with Eiffel Bases
C. 1956 Pair of Herman Miller Eames DKR Wire Dining Chairs with Eiffel Bases

C. 1956 Pair of Herman Miller Eames DKR Wire Dining Chairs with Eiffel Bases

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

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...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

Materials

Steel

Eames for Evans Ebonized DCM
Eames for Evans Ebonized DCM

Eames for Evans Ebonized DCM

$1,400Sale Price|41% Off

Eames for Evans Ebonized DCM

By Evans Products Company, Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Early ebonized DCM dining chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames, made by Evans for Herman Miller. Molded plywood has great age, wearing its original patina handsomely. Original fi...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Plywood

Herman Miller ES102 Intermediate Chair Design Charles & Ray Eames
Herman Miller ES102 Intermediate Chair Design Charles & Ray Eames

Herman Miller ES102 Intermediate Chair Design Charles & Ray Eames

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg

rare Herman Miller ES102 Intermediate Desk chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames Upholstery in blue Hopsack fabric, with chromed aluminium parts, equipped with...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Aluminum, Chrome

1940s Pair of Early Charles Eames for Herman Miller Lcw Lounge Chairs in Birch
1940s Pair of Early Charles Eames for Herman Miller Lcw Lounge Chairs in Birch

1940s Pair of Early Charles Eames for Herman Miller Lcw Lounge Chairs in Birch

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 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...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Rubber, Wood, Plywood

Herman Miller Eames Elephant Grey Desk Chair
Herman Miller Eames Elephant Grey Desk Chair

Herman Miller Eames Elephant Grey Desk Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Herman Miller Eames elephant grey swivel desk chair. Fixed height base, with working wheels and swivel. No cracking to the shell. In very g...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Aluminum

Set of Four Mid Century Modern Eames DKX Black Powder-Coated Wire Chairs
Set of Four Mid Century Modern Eames DKX Black Powder-Coated Wire Chairs

Set of Four Mid Century Modern Eames DKX Black Powder-Coated Wire Chairs

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Portland, OR

A good set of four Mid Century Modern DKX wire chairs, designed by Charles & Ray Eames, and made by Herman Miller. In 1951, Charles and Ray Eames met the challenge of making a reaso...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Steel, Wire

1 OF 2 CHARLES & RAY VITRA EAMES EA108 HOPSAK SWIVEL OFFiCE ARMCHAIRS
1 OF 2 CHARLES & RAY VITRA EAMES EA108 HOPSAK SWIVEL OFFiCE ARMCHAIRS

1 OF 2 CHARLES & RAY VITRA EAMES EA108 HOPSAK SWIVEL OFFiCE ARMCHAIRS

By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale 1 of 2 original fully stamped Charles & Ray Eames Hopsak chrome swivel armchairs RRP £2,200 each Please not...

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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Aluminum

Eames Rare Matched Pair of Walnut LCW Lounge Chairs
Eames Rare Matched Pair of Walnut LCW Lounge Chairs

Eames Rare Matched Pair of Walnut LCW Lounge Chairs

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Highland, IN

The iconic LCW (Lounge Chair Wood) design has earned its place in the most important private and public collections the world over and for good reason. Using technology they develope...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Rubber, Plywood

Charles and Ray Eames Molded Plywood Lounge Chair Metal Base (LCM) for Herman Mi
Charles and Ray Eames Molded Plywood Lounge Chair Metal Base (LCM) for Herman Mi

Charles and Ray Eames Molded Plywood Lounge Chair Metal Base (LCM) for Herman Mi

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Sacramento, CA

Iconic Charles and Ray Eames LCM (Lounge Chair Metal) lounge chair. Originally released in 1946 by the Evans Plywood Company, the design was taken over by Herman Miller in 1949 and h...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

Materials

Steel

Charles and Ray Eames DCW for Herman Miller
Charles and Ray Eames DCW for Herman Miller

Charles and Ray Eames DCW for Herman Miller

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Belmont, MA

DCW by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in original condition. Legs attached with 5/2/4 screw configuration. Original patina.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

Materials

Plywood

Eames Time Life Chair in Black Leather for Herman Miller, 1980s USA
Eames Time Life Chair in Black Leather for Herman Miller, 1980s USA

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 with wear as shown. Extremely comfortable and worn in. Chair swivels. Chair reclines. ...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Aluminum

Eames Molded Plywood Lounge Chair Metal Base (LCM), 1950s
Eames Molded Plywood Lounge Chair Metal Base (LCM), 1950s

Eames Molded Plywood Lounge Chair Metal Base (LCM), 1950s

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Centreville, VA

The Eames LCM (Lounge Chair Metal) features sheets of premium face veneer on both sides of the seat and back. The wide variety of wood available adds to the versatility and beauty of...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Plywood

Early ETR "Surfboard" Coffee Table by Charles & Ray Eames, 1950s
Early ETR "Surfboard" Coffee Table by Charles & Ray Eames, 1950s

Early ETR "Surfboard" Coffee Table by Charles & Ray Eames, 1950s

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in New York, NY

An early edition of the 'ETR' (Elliptical Table Rod base) known as the 'Surfboard' coffee table. Design by Charles & Ray Eames in 1951 for Herman Miller. Black laminated table top. U...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Metal

Upholstered Shell Chairs by Charles + Ray Eames for Herman Miller
Upholstered Shell Chairs by Charles + Ray Eames for Herman Miller

Upholstered Shell Chairs by Charles + Ray Eames for Herman Miller

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1970s. USA. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. Vinyl upholstered shell chairs.

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Italian modern black leather and metal lounge chair 670 671 Eames for ICF, 1970s
Italian modern black leather and metal lounge chair 670 671 Eames for ICF, 1970s

Italian modern black leather and metal lounge chair 670 671 Eames for ICF, 1970s

By Charles and Ray Eames, ICF Group

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern black leather and metal lounge chair 670 671 Eames for ICF, 1970s Armchair and pouf or chaise longue mod. 607 and 671 with black painted wooden frame. The armchair is ...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Metal

Set of two Vitra 671 Lounge Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames
Set of two Vitra 671 Lounge Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames

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 — ...

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1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Chrome

Early Charles & Ray Eames Mid Century DCW Chairs in Walnut by Herman Miller 1950
Early Charles & Ray Eames Mid Century DCW Chairs in Walnut by Herman Miller 1950

Early Charles & Ray Eames Mid Century DCW Chairs in Walnut by Herman Miller 1950

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Stockholm, SE

Rare and early mid century "DCW" wooden chair in molded walnut plywood by Charles & Ray Eames produced by Herman Miller USA, 1950s. In good original condition with patina from age an...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Walnut

Charles & Ray Eames Set of 4 Off white "H-Base" Chairs for Herman Miller, 1960
Charles & Ray Eames Set of 4 Off white "H-Base" Chairs for Herman Miller, 1960

Charles & Ray Eames Set of 4 Off white "H-Base" Chairs for Herman Miller, 1960

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

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...

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1960s Virgin Islands Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Metal

Sofa Compact by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. New Paul Smith Fabric
Sofa Compact by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. New Paul Smith Fabric

Sofa Compact by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. New Paul Smith Fabric

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Kansas City, MO

This distinctive Eames Sofa Compact has been expertly reupholstered in Paul Smith Stripes fabric. This modern armless sofa has a high backrest split into two horizontal cushions. It...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Eames Herman Miller Tall Tan Leather Office Chair Aluminum Group
Eames Herman Miller Tall Tan Leather Office Chair Aluminum Group

Eames Herman Miller Tall Tan Leather Office Chair Aluminum Group

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Detroit, MI

This authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Executive Height desk chair from the Aluminum Group Collection was manufactured in the 2000. This executive height chair features a ta...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Aluminum, Steel

Herman Miller Eames DCM Dining Chair
Herman Miller Eames DCM Dining Chair

Herman Miller Eames DCM Dining Chair

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Classic Herman Miller Eames DCM dining chair. Ebonized molded wood seat and back, supported by chrome steel rod frame. All screws and self leve...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Charles & Ray Eames, Herman Miller Set of 4 Dowel Leg DAW Armchairs Orange
Charles & Ray Eames, Herman Miller Set of 4 Dowel Leg DAW Armchairs Orange

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 condition. Each still retaining hang tags, shells are made of white plastic with an off...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Metal

Charles & Ray Eames Herman Miller DSS Fibreglass Upholstered Chair 1980s
Charles & Ray Eames Herman Miller DSS Fibreglass Upholstered Chair 1980s

Charles & Ray Eames Herman Miller DSS Fibreglass Upholstered Chair 1980s

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Charles & Ray Eames Original Herman Miller Dss Fibreglass Chocolate Coloured Upholstered Chair, With Original Seat Cushion, Chrome Base And Labels 19...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Steel

Set of Four Eames for Herman Miller Swivel Shell Chairs
Set of Four Eames for Herman Miller Swivel Shell Chairs

Set of Four Eames for Herman Miller Swivel Shell Chairs

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Dazzling mid-century set of four padded swivel chairs by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. The fiberglass shells are upholstered in a rare g...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Steel

Set of 4 Eames Wire Chairs for Herman Miller with Original Girard Bikini Seats
Set of 4 Eames Wire Chairs for Herman Miller with Original Girard Bikini Seats

Set of 4 Eames Wire Chairs for Herman Miller with Original Girard Bikini Seats

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Dronten, NL

A complete and highly collectible set of four Eames Wire Chairs, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, featuring their original Girard “Bikini” seat pads. These iconic...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

Materials

Steel

Rare Pair of  Early Rosewood Eames Lounge Chairs
Rare Pair of  Early Rosewood Eames Lounge Chairs

Rare Pair of Early Rosewood Eames Lounge Chairs

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Highland, IN

Here is a rare opportunity to own two early examples of the iconic design by Charles and Ray Eames, these 670 lounge chairs and matching 671 ottoman have been together since they wer...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Aluminum

Vintage Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller RAR Rocking Chair Restored in Go
Vintage Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller RAR Rocking Chair Restored in Go

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...

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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Furniture

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Sheepskin, Fiberglass, Birch

Charles And Ray Eames furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Charles and Ray Eames furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Charles and Ray Eames furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 714 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 2 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Charles and Ray Eames were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Herman Miller, Milo Baughman, and Dunbar. Prices for Charles and Ray Eames furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $200 and can go as high as $75,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,496.
Questions About Charles and Ray Eames Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    No, Plycraft is not the same as Eames. Plycraft is the name of an American furniture manufacturer founded in the early 1950s in Massachusetts. Eames refers to Charles and Ray Eames, two of the most celebrated furniture designers of the 20th century. After marrying in 1941, Charles and Ray moved to Los Angeles, where they established the Eames Office and eventually built their lifelong residence, the Eames House in Pacific Palisades as part of the Case Study House Program. Their designs are among Herman Miller’s most popular products of all time. Plycraft founder Paul Goldman was the company’s principal designer, but George Mulhauser and Norman Cherner were also enlisted to create furniture for the brand. On 1stDibs, shop vintage Eames furniture (and Plycraft, too).
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    To pronounce Eames, say EEMS. The correct pronunciation rhymes with the word “seems.” Eames is the surname of designers Charles and Ray Eames, known for their pioneering mid-century modern furniture designs, such as the Eames Lounge Chair. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Eames furniture from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    For Charles and Ray Eames’ chairs designed for Herman Miller, molded plywood, fiberglass-reinforced plastic, bent and welded wire mesh, and cast aluminum were used in production. You can shop a collection of Eames furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, Charles Eames chairs are comfortable. The Eameses — Charles and Ray — were fascinated by ergonomics and designed chairs with comfort in mind. The legendary mid-century modernist designer-couple famously called their Eames lounge chair and ottoman “a special refuge from the strains of modern living” and described their design as having the “warm receptive look of a well-used first baseman’s mitt.”

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

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  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Charles and Ray Eames were related by marriage. Charles studied architecture and industrial design. Ray (née Bernice Alexandra Kaiser) was an artist who studied under painter Hans Hofmann. They met in 1940 at the Cranbrook Academy of Art in suburban Detroit and married the next year. Shop a selection of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    To tell if a Vitra chair is real, turn it over. Under the seat or base, you will find a name on a sticker, label or stamped directly on the piece. You can find images of authentic Vitra marks on trusted online resources and then compare them to those on your item to assess its authenticity. Next, research the specific type of chair that you have and learn about its key characteristics, such as its crafting techniques, materials and dimensions. You can use these traits as criteria for authenticating your chair. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer inspect your chair for you. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Vitra chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Charles and Ray Eames are famous for their chair designs. The couple released their first iconic Eames Lounge and Ottoman in 1956 and went on to create more chairs that changed the idea of comfortable seating. In addition to being great furniture designers, Ray and Charles were also graphic and textile designers, architects and film-makers. Shop a collection of Eames chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Charles and Ray Eames have been recognized as the 20th century’s most influential designers and are best known for their highly recognizable chairs. The Eames lounge chair and ottoman are an iconic duo in modern-styled furniture, and s​ome of the first Eames items to emerge from Herman Miller are now classics: the LCW, or Lounge Chair Wood, and the DCM, or Dining Chair Metal, supported by tubular steel. Find vintage Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Rosewood was the favorite wood of famed American designers Charles and Ray Eames. Rosewood made its way into some of the duo’s most celebrated designs, including the iconic Eames lounge chair. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of genuine Eames furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.