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.
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Eames Molded Fiberglass Black Armchair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Gorgeous vintage mid-century modern Eames molded fiberglass black armchair. Arguably one of the 20th century's most beloved designs, the Eames ...
Steel, Chrome
2018 Set of Four Herman Miller Eames Plastic Bar Stools in Black
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of four Eames Plastic Bar stools, which were developed by Herman Miller in 2015. These particular examples were produced in 2018. The stools are comprised of black powd...
Steel
C. 1949 Evans Eames DCM Dining Chair with Original Hair on Hide Upholstery
By Charles and Ray Eames, Evans Products Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames DCM Chair, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames in 1946. This particular example was produced by Evans in the USA C. 1949. The chair's design features a weld...
Steel
2010s Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair in White Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Management Chair, Model EA335, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. These particular examples were produced in the ...
Aluminum
$3,248 / item
Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Vitra, EA 107
By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Praha, CZ
- Charles & Ray Eames - Marked by original label - Very comfortable - Leatherette - Has minor signs of use - Chrome in very good condition.
Chrome
Italian modern Black plastic chairs by Charles and Ray Eames for Vitra, 2017
By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Black plastic chairs by Charles and Ray Eames for Vitra, 2017 Set of 10 iconic chairs with seat and backrest in curved black monoco...
Metal
Model EA 105 Aluminium Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller, 1970s, set of 2
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
The Aluminium Chair EA 105, designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1958, is an icon of modern design and craftsmanship. This chair perfectly blends timeless elegance with exceptional c...
Aluminum
Pair Eames Herman Miller Time Life Black Leather Office Chairs 1980s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Detroit, MI
These vintage mid century modern black Model 3475 Eames Time Life Lobby Chairs designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller were produced in 1981. This classic office chair ...
Aluminum, Steel
Set of Eames upholstered side chairs by Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Highland, IN
This set of side chairs by Charles and Ray Eames are post-war classics. The seats are elephant hide gray fiberglass with olive green naugahyde upholstery and they sit on cast aluminu...
Aluminum
20thC Pair Of Ea117 Chairs In Black Leather By Charles & Ray Eames For Vitra
By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A pair of iconic EA117 office chairs designed by Charles and Ray Eames, produced by Vitra in the late 20th century. One of the most enduring designs of post-war modernism, the EA117 ...
Leather
Charles & Ray Eames Late 20th Century Black Aluminum Office Chair for ICF
By ICF De Padova, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Conversano, IT
If you would like to receive additional photos of this item, please feel free to contact us directly through the 1stDibs messaging system. We will be happy to provide you with furthe...
Aluminum
Eames EA116 Brown Lounge Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in Warminster, GB
Rare Eames Lounge chair from the 'Aluminium Group'. Designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1958, The Aluminium Chair is one of the most outstanding furniture designs of the 20th ce...
Fabric
Vitra Aluminium Chair EA 124 and Ottoman EA 125 by Charles & Ray Eames
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
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
2017 Eames Herman Miller DAW Orange Plastic Shell Chair with Walnut Dowel Base
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames DAW Chair, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames in 1950. This particular example was produced by Herman Miller in the USA in 2017. T...
Steel
Pair Eames Soft Pad Recliners with Ottoman for Herman Miller, Gray Leather
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
This pair of authentic Eames for Herman Miller Aluminum Group Soft Pad Recliners and Soft Pad Ottoman was manufactured in 1990. The matching set of two chairs and one ottoman is upho...
Aluminum, Steel
2007 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair in Black Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames
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 2007. The ...
Aluminum
C. 1952 Herman Miller Eames DCW Dining Chair in Walnut and Slunk Skin
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a DCW Dining Side Chair, initially designed by Ray and Charles Eames in 1946. This particular chair was manufactured ca. 1952 in the United States by Herman Miller. The desi...
Steel
1948 Herman Miller Evans Eames DCW Dining Chair w/ 2-Tone Finish
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a DCW Dining Chair in birch, initially designed by Ray and Charles Eames in 1946. This is an ultra-rare, early example that was produced by the Evans Plywood Company circa 19...
Steel
2024 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Desk Chair in Leather with Frame 9x Available
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair, Model EA335, initially designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. These examples were produced in 2024, and t...
Aluminum
2020s Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair in Grey Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair, Model EA437, initially designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. This example dates to the 2020s. Th...
Aluminum
DSS chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Vitra, 1960s
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Milano, IT
Chair, fiberglass, chrome-plated metal. Fair condition.
Metal
1964 Eames for Herman Miller 3473 Sofa with Fresh Black Naugahyde Upholstery
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a 3473 sofa, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1964. It is constructed from aluminum, iron, and plywood. It was recently recovered (2021) in b...
Aluminum, Iron
Vintage 20thC Ea217 Chair In Black Leather By Charles & Ray Eames For ICf
By Charles and Ray Eames, ICF Group
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A classic EA217 Soft Pad Chair, one of the most recognisable designs by Charles and Ray Eames, originally introduced in 1969 as an evolution of their earlier Aluminium Group seating....
Aluminum
Original Eames DKX-1 Side Chair in Orange Leather for Herman Miller, 1960s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Charles and Ray Eames side chair DKX-1 in orange leather for Herman Miller, circa 1960s. The chair is in very good vintage condition, no damage to the leather, very solid chair.
Wire
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...
Aluminum
2019 Herman Miller Eames DSW Molded Wood Side Chair w/ Dowel Base in Black
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 particular examples were produced by Herman Miller in the USA in 2019. ...
Steel
1st Generation Eames RKR Rocker by Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Highland, IN
Charles and Ray Eames designed their fiberglass and wire chairs to be fitted with a wide variety of bases to offer a range of heights, uses, and aesthetics. One of the most desirable...
Steel
$8,308Sale Price|29% Off
1956, Ray & Charles Eames Lounge Chair, Rare First Edition 1956 in Black Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
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...
Metal
Model EA 105 Aluminium Swivel Chair by Eames for Herman Miller, 1970s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
The Aluminium Chair EA 105, designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1958, is an icon of modern design and craftsmanship. This chair perfectly blends timeless elegance with exceptional c...
Aluminum
2010s Pair of Herman Miller Eames Dining Side Shell Chairs w/ Orange Upholstery
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of orange upholstered Plastic Shell Chairs with Eiffel bases, made from steel with a chrome finish. This style was designed by Ray and Charles Eames, and these chairs ...
Steel
PAiR OF VINTAGE HERMAN MILLER HILLIE STAMPED BLACK LEATHER SWIVEL LOUNGE CHAIRS
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this pair of original First Edition Herman Millie Hillie stamped Eames Ea124 lounge or office chairs with bl...
Chrome
$7,884 / set
LCW lounge chairs by Charles and Ray Eames
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
LCW lounge chairs by Charles and Ray Eames in excellent original condition from around 1960-70s
Plywood
1959 Herman Miller Eames DAX Fiberglass Arm Shell Chair with Green Removable Pad
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a circa 1959 production Herman Miller Eames DAX dining / side chair with dark green original naugahyde removable pad and fiberglass shell (with painted back). The ...
Aluminum
2017 Herman Miller Eames Fiberglass Bar Stool in White with Brown Fabric
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Fiberglass Shell Bar Stool, which was developed by Herman Miller in 2015. These particular examples were produced in the United States...
Steel
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...
Metal
C. 1957 Set of Four Herman Miller Eames DKX-1 Dining Chairs in Wire and Fabric
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of four DKX-1 dining chairs, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames in 1951. These particular examples were produced by Herman Miller in the USA C. 1957. The chai...
Steel
$3,600 / set
Charles Eames MAX Armshell Lounge Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in San Francisco, CA
Charles and Ray Eames designed MAX low lounge arm shells with X-base. Original black base and screws in excellent original condition. These are wonderful early transitional parchment...
Fiberglass
1995 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Management Desk Chair in Grey Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
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 1995. The desi...
Aluminum, Steel
1954 Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller DCM Dining Chair in Walnut
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an early DCM Chair, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1946. The piece was produced by Herman Miller and retains its tag under the seat. This example was produce...
Steel
2013 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chairs in Grey Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chairs, model EA316, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. These particular examples date to 2013. They are up...
Aluminum
Early Pair of 'EA216' Chairs by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1970s
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
An early pair of model ‘EA216’ swivel lounge chairs designed by Charles & Ray Eames in 1969. This is a high back version with rare sand-colored brown Soft Pad leather for maximum com...
Aluminum
1964 Eames for Herman Miller 3473 Three-Seater Sofa in White Naugahyde #2
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a 3473 sofa, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1964. It's constructed from aluminum, iron, and plywood. It may be the original white naugahyde...
Aluminum, Iron
Eames for Herman Miller MCM Dark Blue Padded Fiberglass Swivel Office Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century Dark 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 ...
Metal
9x Original Vitra EA 115 Sessel Charles & Ray Eames Netz Mesh
By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten neun wunderschöne Vitra EA 115 Stühle mit Netzbezug zum Verkauf an. Die Stühle mit Netzstoff/ Mesh bezogenen Stühle wurden von Charles und Ray Eames entworfen und gelten h...
Chrome, Steel
Set of 5 Model EA 105 Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller, 1970's
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice set of 5 original EA105 Chairs. These swivel chairs are designed by Charles and Ray Eames and fabricated by Herman Miller in the 70's. They have the original green "Hopsak...
Metal
$2,153 / item
EA-108 Desk Chair by C. & R. Eames for Vitra, 1960s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in Brussel, BE
Iconic swiveling desk chair in chrome and black Hopsack fabric, designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Vitra in 1958. - Designed by: Charles & Ray Eames Produced by: Vitra Origin: Italy...
Aluminum, Chrome
Italian modern leather office chairs by Charles and Ray Eames for ICF, 1970s
By Charles and Ray Eames, ICF Group
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern dark grey leather office chairs by Charles and Ray Eames for ICF, 1970s Pair of office chairs, model EA108 in metal and leather. The seat and backrest are upholstered ...
Metal
1951 Herman Miller Eames RAR Fiberglass Rocking Chair w/ Rope Edge & Zenith Tags
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a very rare, early 'RAR' Rocking Chair, initially designed by Ray and Charles Eames in 1950. This particular chair dates to around 1951, as determined by the early Zenith lab...
Steel
Set of LAR Chairs by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rare set of 4 original LAR upholstered fiberglass lounge chairs on a wire frame base. Original Boris Kroll fabric.
Upholstery, Fiberglass
RAR Rocking Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Vitra, light blue
By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in Torino, IT
The RAR Rocking Chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames represents one of the most recognizable declinations of the Eames language, where the plastic shell combines with the rocking ...
Metal
1 of 3 Vintage Vitra Icf Eames EA105 Hopsak Swivel Office Armchairs
By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames, Charles Eames
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale 1 of 4 original fully stamped ICF for Charles Eames, EA105 Hopsak chrome swivel armchairs RRP £2,096 each. Super iconic, award winning, what more can you say, these are pretty much the most comfortable office chairs ever made, these are fully stamped with the model number to the base and the Eames label...
Chrome
1954 Herman Miller Eames Rope Edge DAX Arm Shell Dining Chair X Base 3 Available
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames DAX fiberglass dining chairs, initially designed by Ray and Charles Eames in 1950. These particular examples were produced by Herman Miller in the USA C. 1954. Their design incorporates a tan fiberglass shell seat atop a steel X-base. DAX is an acronym for Dining Arm X Base Chair...
Steel
1 OF 3 BROWN 1989 VITRA EAMES HERMAN MILLER EA 108 MODEL OFFICE SWIVEL CHAiRS
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale 1 of 3 original 1989 Triple Stamped original vintage Charles & Ray Eames, Vitra, Herman Miller EA 108 sw...
Chrome
2008 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Management Desk Chair in Cream Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chairs, Model EA335, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. These examples date to 2008. Their design i...
Aluminum, Steel
Eames EA116 Grey Lounge Chair
By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Warminster, GB
Rare Eames lounge chair from the 'Aluminium Group'. Designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1958, The aluminium chair is one of the most outstanding furniture designs of the 20th ce...
Fabric
Armchair for " EA 117 " Charles Ray Eames for ICF USA 1969.
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Lot/Drogenbos, BE
Armchair model " EA117 " swivel in red fabric and aluminium frame on wheels, original black color, partly repainted, on castors added (higher seat). Designed by Charles & Ray Eames ...
Metal
Design Classic: Eames Alu Group EA124 Lounge Chair, Vitra, 1980s
By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Renens, CH
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 still relevant today, giving interiors all over the world a touch of modern elegance. On offer we have the EA124...
Aluminum
2023 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Executive Desk Chair in Gray Bristol Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Executive high back desk chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames and produced by Herman Miller. This model was originally designed in 1958, and this ...
Aluminum
C. 2018 Eames DSX Plastic Shell Chair by Herman Miller in Plastic with H-Base
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames DSX Chair, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames in the 1950s. This particular example was produced by Herman Miller in the USA C. 2018. The chair is comprise...
Steel
EC228 Secretary Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Uncommon chair upholstered in red/orange fabric. Signed.
Fabric