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Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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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
2009 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Brown Leather EA438
2009 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Brown Leather EA438

2009 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Brown Leather EA438

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Lounge Chair and Ottoman, model EA438, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1969. This example dates to 2009. The design features ...

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Early 2000s American Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Aluminum, Steel

1954 Herman Miller Eames LCM Walnut Lounge Chair with Metal Legs
1954 Herman Miller Eames LCM Walnut Lounge Chair with Metal Legs

1954 Herman Miller Eames LCM Walnut Lounge Chair with Metal Legs

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a circa 1954 production Herman Miller LCM (Lounge Chair with Metal Legs), designed by Ray and Charles Eames. This was one of the earliest designs by the Eames,' af...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating

Materials

Metal

Early Eames Alu Group Recliner Chair and Ottoman
Early Eames Alu Group Recliner Chair and Ottoman

Early Eames Alu Group Recliner Chair and Ottoman

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is an early Aluminum Group 684 lounge chair and matching ottoman by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Extremely cool and comfortable piece despite the wear. We're selling...

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

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Aluminum

Black Leather Soft Pad Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Icf, 1970s
Black Leather Soft Pad Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Icf, 1970s

Black Leather Soft Pad Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Icf, 1970s

By ICF Milano 1, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in bruxelles, BE

Black leather armchair with aluminum base and wheels. Stamped ICF. It turns on itself. Seat height 51 cm. Wear due to time and age of the armchair. For shipping, request us for rece...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Aluminum

Pair Eames Herman Miller DAX Leather Armchairs 1960s MCM Rope Edge Shell Bucket
Pair Eames Herman Miller DAX Leather Armchairs 1960s MCM Rope Edge Shell Bucket

Pair Eames Herman Miller DAX Leather Armchairs 1960s MCM Rope Edge Shell Bucket

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra

Located in London, GB

A gorgeous and extremely rare pair of early 1960s caramel leather Eames DAX armchairs. A very special collaborative pair between Herman Miller and Vitra, these stunning armchairs work as lounge chairs, occasional chairs or dining chairs and will add stunning two-tone colouring and a fabulous Space Age 1960s aesthetic to any interior. The DAX armchair was first produced in 1952 and is the most sought-after version of Charles and Ray Eames's classic fibreglass chairs, which revolutionised 20th Century furniture. Sometimes called the Eames 'Shell Chair', 'Bucket Chair' or 'Rope Edge Chair', this pair of DAX armchairs (which stands for Dining Height Armchair X-Base) has 'Greige' coloured (a combination of grey and beige) fibreglass shells, one of the three original Eames fibreglass shell colours produced from the early 1950s. This pair is fourth generation (made from 1959 onwards) as they have the improved white nylon glide feet and 'H-bases', so were likely manufactured in the early 1960s. These wonderful armchairs features four-legged tubular steel chrome H-bases above all original & complete nylon glide feet. They have 'greige' fibreglass 'V'-stamped (for Vitra) shell seats, which join to the bases via Herman Miller marked black shock mounts and are upholstered in beautiful caramel leather with lovely contrasting white plastic bordering. Much sought after for their simplicity, beautiful lines and their status as design icons, the gorgeous colouring and extremely rare collaborative authenticity of this pair of DAX chairs makes them even more special. Comfortable, iconic, exceptionally rare and effortlessly cool, these are a stunning and timeless pair of armchairs. HERMAN MILLER / VITRA COLLABORATION & MARKINGS Ray and Charles Eames began designing for Herman Miller in the late-1940s, since when the Herman Miller company has manufactured Eames furniture including the DAX chair, and in 1957 the Herman Miller company assigned the Swiss company Vitra the manufacturing licenses for the European market, since when they have also made Eames furniture including the DAX chair. These two DAX chairs both have the Herman Miller logo markings to their black shock mounts and also have an embossed 'V' (for Vitra) on the underside of fibreglass shells, next to which the original Herman Miller sticker would have been placed. We therefore surmise that this pair would have been a collaborative effort produced for the European market between Herman Miller, who may have supplied the base (or at the very least the shock mounts) and Vitra, who made the fibreglass shell (and possibly all of the chair apart from the shock mounts.) Despite extensive digging we haven't been able to find a detailed history of such collaborations between Herman Miller and Vitra, as it's rather nuanced and may have been carried out ad-hoc basis that wasn’t recorded in the histories of the companies. However, we think it highly plausible such collaborations would have happened, as both companies made the same Eames products and so could well have used each other's know-how and parts in the interest of keeping the Eames brand and products up to the highest specifications possible. Hence this very rare pair of twice-marked Eames DAX chairs...

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Mid-20th Century American Space Age Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Chrome

Mid Century Blue Sofa Compact by Eames for Herman Miller 1970s
Mid Century Blue Sofa Compact by Eames for Herman Miller 1970s

Mid Century Blue Sofa Compact by Eames for Herman Miller 1970s

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Detroit, MI

This classic vintage mid century modern Eames Compact Sofa Model S-473 is circa 1970. The sofa has been professionally reupholstered in a gorgeous Herman Miller blue nubby fabric. Th...

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

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Steel, Chrome

A Herman Miller Eames style footstool, mid 20th century
A Herman Miller Eames style footstool, mid 20th century

A Herman Miller Eames style footstool, mid 20th century

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in View Park, CA

A leather and chrome ottoman by Charles and Ray Eames for Henry Miller, mid 20th century. I believe this is a reproduction, albeit a vintage...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Metal

8x Vitra EA208 Soft Pad Management Chair by Charles Eames Brown
8x Vitra EA208 Soft Pad Management Chair by Charles Eames Brown

8x Vitra EA208 Soft Pad Management Chair by Charles Eames Brown

By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra

Located in Aachen, NW

Rare opportunity to purchase a set of 8x Eames soft pad management office chairs model EA208 produced by Vitra. The chairs features a chromed aluminium frame and a very soft brown ...

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

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Aluminum

Lobby Desk Chair ES104 by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, USA, 1960s
Lobby Desk Chair ES104 by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, USA, 1960s

Lobby Desk Chair ES104 by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, USA, 1960s

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Antwerp, BE

Eames executive chair ES-104, also known as the Time-Life chair, an iconic piece of mid-century design by Charles and Ray Eames. This chair was originally crafted for the executive f...

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

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Aluminum

C. 1950 Pair of Herman Miller Eames Rope Edge DAR Arm Shell Chair in Green
C. 1950 Pair of Herman Miller Eames Rope Edge DAR Arm Shell Chair in Green

C. 1950 Pair of Herman Miller Eames Rope Edge DAR Arm Shell Chair in Green

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of DAR "Eiffel" Armchairs in seafoam green., originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames in 1949. This pair dates to C. 1950. These pieces are 1st year production exa...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Steel, Aluminum, Zinc

1954 Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCM Chair in Calico Ash
1954 Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCM Chair in Calico Ash

1954 Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCM Chair in Calico Ash

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames DCM Side Chair, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1946. This particular example dates to approximately 1954 and has its foil patent pending sticker int...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Steel

2008 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Desk Chair in Red Leather
2008 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Desk Chair in Red Leather

2008 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Desk Chair in Red Leather

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair, model EA335, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. This particular example dates to 2008. The...

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Early 2000s American Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Aluminum, Steel

Charles & Ray Eames "La Fonda" Blue Fiberglass Chairs Herman Miller
Charles & Ray Eames "La Fonda" Blue Fiberglass Chairs Herman Miller

Charles & Ray Eames "La Fonda" Blue Fiberglass Chairs Herman Miller

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in The Hague, NL

Mid- Century modern La Fonda chair by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1960's circa. The "La Fonda" designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1961 for the La Fonda del Sol restau...

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

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Aluminum

2002 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair in Leather
2002 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair in Leather

2002 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair in Leather

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Chair, Model EA437, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1968. These examples date to 2002. The listed ...

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Early 2000s North American Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating

Materials

Aluminum

1956, Ray & Charles Eames Lounge Chair, Rare First Edition 1956 in Black Leather
1956, Ray & Charles Eames Lounge Chair, Rare First Edition 1956 in Black Leather

1956, Ray & Charles Eames Lounge Chair, Rare First Edition 1956 in Black Leather

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

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Metal

2023 Pair of Herman Miller Eames Molded Plastic Side Chairs with Girard Fabric
2023 Pair of Herman Miller Eames Molded Plastic Side Chairs with Girard Fabric

2023 Pair of Herman Miller Eames Molded Plastic Side Chairs with Girard Fabric

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of upholstered DSR Chairs, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames in 1951 for Herman Miller. These particular examples were produced in 2023. The chairs feature ...

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2010s American Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Steel

Charles & Ray Eames "La Fonda" Blue Fiberglass Chairs Herman Miller
Charles & Ray Eames "La Fonda" Blue Fiberglass Chairs Herman Miller

Charles & Ray Eames "La Fonda" Blue Fiberglass Chairs Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in The Hague, NL

Mid- Century modern La Fonda chair by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1960's circa. The "La Fonda" designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1961 for the La Fonda del Sol restau...

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

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Aluminum

2014 Set of Four Herman Miller Eames Plastic Shell Chairs White w/ Eiffel Base
2014 Set of Four Herman Miller Eames Plastic Shell Chairs White w/ Eiffel Base

2014 Set of Four Herman Miller Eames Plastic Shell Chairs White w/ Eiffel Base

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of four Eames DSR Chairs, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames in the 1950s. These particular examples were produced by Herman Miller in the USA in 2014. The li...

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2010s American Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Steel

1975 Set of Three Herman Miller Eames Arm Shell Chairs PAC w/ Red/Orange Shells
1975 Set of Three Herman Miller Eames Arm Shell Chairs PAC w/ Red/Orange Shells

1975 Set of Three Herman Miller Eames Arm Shell Chairs PAC w/ Red/Orange Shells

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of three Eames Arm Shell PAC Chair, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames in 1952. These particular examples were produced by Herman Miller and date back to 1975...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Aluminum

Set of Two '2' Herman Miller LCW Lounge Chairs by Charles & Ray Eames, USA
Set of Two '2' Herman Miller LCW Lounge Chairs by Charles & Ray Eames, USA

Set of Two '2' Herman Miller LCW Lounge Chairs by Charles & Ray Eames, USA

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Deland, FL

Stately, minimal but certainly not understated. This 90's produced pair of LCW chairs by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller has been reimaged in matte black; offered for your consideration as a limited custom release from ABT Modern. From the first of the plywood series, the abbreviated Eames LCW Chair was the Lounge Height (L) Side Chair (C) on Wood (W) Base. Designed by Charles Eames and first manufactured by the Evans Molded Plywood Division, the chair has long gained classic status. The techniques used to make these unique chairs had been developed during the war years and was evident in the Eames Splint, made for and utilized by the US Navy. The Eames LCW Plywood Chair...

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

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Walnut

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

Eames for Herman Miller MCM Purple Padded Fiberglass Swivel Office Chair

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century Purple 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 hei...

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

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Metal

Black Eames DCM Chairs
Black Eames DCM Chairs

Black Eames DCM Chairs

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Los Angeles, CA

We have 4 black DCM (dining chair metal) chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Original and in great condition.

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

Materials

Chrome

Herman Miller Eames White Leather Aluminum Group Office Desk Chair
Herman Miller Eames White Leather Aluminum Group Office Desk Chair

Herman Miller Eames White Leather Aluminum Group Office Desk Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elegant, efficient, comfortable, and iconic. The perfect desk chair. Creamy white leather with polished aluminum frame. Presents well with even color. Signed and guaranteed authentic...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Aluminum

Charles and Ray Eames, Time Life Stool, Walnut, USA, 1960s
Charles and Ray Eames, Time Life Stool, Walnut, USA, 1960s

Charles and Ray Eames, Time Life Stool, Walnut, USA, 1960s

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in High Point, NC

A turned walnut "Time Life" stool designed by Charles and Ray Eames and produced by Herman Miller, USA, 1960s.

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

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Walnut

Eames Soft-Pad Executive Chairs in Charcoal Wool by Herman Miller, Set of 6
Eames Soft-Pad Executive Chairs in Charcoal Wool by Herman Miller, Set of 6

Eames Soft-Pad Executive Chairs in Charcoal Wool by Herman Miller, Set of 6

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Stamford, CT

The great portfolio of Charles & Ray Eames is widely celebrated and serves as a model of inspiration for designers to this day. One of their most recognizable designs is the Alum...

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

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Aluminum

Charles and Ray Eames office chair in black leather and aluminum group
Charles and Ray Eames office chair in black leather and aluminum group

Charles and Ray Eames office chair in black leather and aluminum group

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Office chair by the American design duo Charles and Ray Eames from the 1960s, model Lobby ES108. Aluminum frame with star base, original black leather seat and armrests. Beautiful vi...

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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Aluminum

Herman Miller LKX-2 Chairs
Herman Miller LKX-2 Chairs

Herman Miller LKX-2 Chairs

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Iconic mid-century wire chairs made by Herman Miller for Eames. Comes with leather bikini covers. Please confirm location NY or NJ.

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Metal, Wire

1962 Set of Four Herman Miller Eames DSR Fiberglass Dining Side Shell Chairs
1962 Set of Four Herman Miller Eames DSR Fiberglass Dining Side Shell Chairs

1962 Set of Four Herman Miller Eames DSR Fiberglass Dining Side Shell Chairs

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Eames DSR Chairs, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames in 1951 for Herman Miller. These particular examples date to 1962. These chairs feature molded fiberglass she...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Steel

2020s Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair in Beige Leather
2020s Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair in Beige Leather

2020s Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair in Beige Leather

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair, Model EA335, designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. This particular example was produced in the 2020s. Th...

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2010s American Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Aluminum

2014 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chairs in Tan Leather
2014 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chairs in Tan Leather

2014 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chairs in Tan Leather

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chairs, model EA335, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. These particular examples date to 2014. Th...

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2010s American Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Aluminum, Steel

2017 Set of Four Eames Plastic DSW Dining Shell Chairs in White with Oak Bases
2017 Set of Four Eames Plastic DSW Dining Shell Chairs in White with Oak Bases

2017 Set of Four Eames Plastic DSW Dining Shell Chairs in White with Oak Bases

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of four Eames DSW Side Chairs, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in 1948. These particular examples were produced by Herman Miller in the U...

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2010s American Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Steel

Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century Wheeled Shell Chair
Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century Wheeled Shell Chair

Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century Wheeled Shell Chair

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century Wheeled Shell Chair This chair measures: 18.5 wide x 24 deep x 32 high, with a seat height of ...

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

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Metal

Early Eames DCM Dining Chair by Herman Miller, 1950s Edition
Early Eames DCM Dining Chair by Herman Miller, 1950s Edition

Early Eames DCM Dining Chair by Herman Miller, 1950s Edition

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gorgeous early Herman Miller edition Eames DCM chair. Molded seat and back with walnut finishes. Dates to the 1950s, with solid steel rod frame, with original plating. Metal in good ...

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

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Walnut

Aluminium Chair EA108 by Charles and Ray Eames  for Herman Miller - 60s
Aluminium Chair EA108 by Charles and Ray Eames  for Herman Miller - 60s

Aluminium Chair EA108 by Charles and Ray Eames  for Herman Miller - 60s

By Herman Miller, 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 American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Aluminum

DAX Armchair by Charles and Ray Eames, vintage edition by Vitra
DAX Armchair by Charles and Ray Eames, vintage edition by Vitra

DAX Armchair by Charles and Ray Eames, vintage edition by Vitra

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in LYON, FR

DAX armchair by Charles and Ray Eames, vintage Vitra edition in fiberglass. Stamped V Vitra, model year 80. Beautiful fiber density. Parchment color. S...

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

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Fiberglass

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 Seating

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Aluminum, Chrome

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

Charles & Ray Eames Set of 4 Yellow "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 Yellow...

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

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Metal

C. 1950 Herman Miller Eames Rope Edge DAR Arm Shell Chair in Elephant Hide Grey
C. 1950 Herman Miller Eames Rope Edge DAR Arm Shell Chair in Elephant Hide Grey

C. 1950 Herman Miller Eames Rope Edge DAR Arm Shell Chair in Elephant Hide Grey

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a DAR Rope Edge "Eiffel" Armchair in Elephant Hide Grey, initially designed by Ray and Charles Eames in 1949. This very early 1st Generation production dates to C. 1950 and retains its Zenith Plastics stamp. The piece has threaded feet, a rope edge, and an original Eiffel tower base in zinc-plated steel. The abbreviated Eames DAR Chair...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Aluminum, Steel, Zinc

Rocking Chair RAR by Charles & Ray Eames For Herman Miller, 1960s
Rocking Chair RAR by Charles & Ray Eames For Herman Miller, 1960s

Rocking Chair RAR by Charles & Ray Eames For Herman Miller, 1960s

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in bruxelles, BE

Fiberglass rocking chair. Stamped Herman Miller on the underside. Seat height: 40 cm. Wear due to time and the age of the chair. FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR RECEIVE THE BEST PRICE

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

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Metal

1958 Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Rare Saran Fabric
1958 Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Rare Saran Fabric

1958 Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Rare Saran Fabric

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames Aluminum Group lounge chair and coordinating ottoman, model 682, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. This early set dates to aroun...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Aluminum

2007 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Reclining Lounge Chair in Oatmeal Fabric
2007 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Reclining Lounge Chair in Oatmeal Fabric

2007 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Reclining Lounge Chair in Oatmeal Fabric

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Lounge Chair, model EA438, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1969. This example dates to 2007. The design features a cast alumi...

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Early 2000s American Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Aluminum, Steel

Set of Four Herman Miller Eames DCM Dining Chairs
Set of Four Herman Miller Eames DCM Dining Chairs

Set of Four Herman Miller Eames DCM Dining Chairs

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Herman Miller Eames DCM dining chair set. Executed in ash and chrome steel bases. All screws and self leveling glides intact. In even condition with...

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

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Steel

Pair of Black Leather Executive Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames
Pair of Black Leather Executive Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames

Pair of Black Leather Executive Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames

By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra

Located in Madrid, ES

Pair of black leather upholstered swivel armchairs, model ES 108, designed by Charles & Ray Eames, manufactured by Vitra. The Lobby chair was designed in 1960 for the reception area...

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

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Aluminum

1951 Herman Miller Eames RAR Fiberglass Rocking Chair w/ Rope Edge & Zenith Tags
1951 Herman Miller Eames RAR Fiberglass Rocking Chair w/ Rope Edge & Zenith Tags

1951 Herman Miller Eames RAR Fiberglass Rocking Chair w/ Rope Edge & Zenith Tags

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

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...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Steel

Set of Two Aluminum Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames
Set of Two Aluminum Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames

Set of Two Aluminum Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Napa, CA

Set of Two Aluminum Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames, Upholstered in Original Orange Fabric. Sold as a set.

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1950s American Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Aluminum

First Generation Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCM Dining Chairs in Ash
First Generation Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCM Dining Chairs in Ash

First Generation Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCM Dining Chairs in Ash

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare and exceptional set of six early transitional DCM (Dining Chair Metal) chairs designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller / Evans Products. These examples, crafted in as...

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

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Steel, Zinc

C. 1953 Herman Miller Eames LCW Lounge Chair in Calico Ash
C. 1953 Herman Miller Eames LCW Lounge Chair in Calico Ash

C. 1953 Herman Miller Eames LCW Lounge Chair in Calico Ash

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an LCW Lounge Chair, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1948. It is an early Herman Miller example featuring the 5-2-4 screw pattern, dating it to ca. 1953. The ...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Steel

Charles & Ray Eames Set of 4 Off Black"La Fonda" Chairs for Herman Miller, 1960
Charles & Ray Eames Set of 4 Off Black"La Fonda" Chairs for Herman Miller, 1960

Charles & Ray Eames Set of 4 Off Black"La Fonda" Chairs for Herman Miller, 1960

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in The Hague, NL

Set of 4 classic chairs the "La Fonda" designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1961 for the La Fonda del Sol restaurant in New York and produced by Herman Miller. All the chairs are ori...

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

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Metal

Lounge Chair with pouf, Charles e Ray Eames, Knoll
Lounge Chair with pouf, Charles e Ray Eames, Knoll

Lounge Chair with pouf, Charles e Ray Eames, Knoll

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Milano, Lombardia

This is perhaps the dream chair of all of us. The Eames Lounge Chair and ottoman are furnishings made of molded plywood and leather, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for the Herman ...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Leather

Charles Eames Wire Chairs with Bikini Cover on Eiffel Base's (Old Edition)
Charles Eames Wire Chairs with Bikini Cover on Eiffel Base's (Old Edition)

Charles Eames Wire Chairs with Bikini Cover on Eiffel Base's (Old Edition)

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Argelato, BO

Awesome Classic Brown Eames wire chairs on a black eiffel base with the bikini cover for Herman Miller. It is a true icon of mid-century American design,...

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

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Metal

Charles & Ray Eames Set of 4 Yellow "La Fonda" Chairs for Herman Miller, 1960
Charles & Ray Eames Set of 4 Yellow "La Fonda" Chairs for Herman Miller, 1960

Charles & Ray Eames Set of 4 Yellow "La Fonda" Chairs for Herman Miller, 1960

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in The Hague, NL

Set of 4 classic chairs the "La Fonda" designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1961 for the La Fonda del Sol restaurant in New York and produced by Herman Miller. All the chairs are ori...

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

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Metal

Eames LCW Plywood Lounge Chairs in Walnut & Herman Miller Blue Fabric, Pair
Eames LCW Plywood Lounge Chairs in Walnut & Herman Miller Blue Fabric, Pair

Eames LCW Plywood Lounge Chairs in Walnut & Herman Miller Blue Fabric, Pair

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Stamford, CT

The celebrated portfolio of Charles and Ray Eames continues to inspire designers to this day. Early in their mission to create furniture for the masses, the Eameses explored innovati...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut, Plywood

C. 1957 Herman Miller Eames Wire DKX-1 in Black Steel with Bikini Pad
C. 1957 Herman Miller Eames Wire DKX-1 in Black Steel with Bikini Pad

C. 1957 Herman Miller Eames Wire DKX-1 in Black Steel with Bikini Pad

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a DKX-1 Wire Chair, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1951. This example was produced by Herman Miller circa 1957. The chair features a sculptural black steel w...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating

Materials

Steel

Italian modern grey leather office chair by Charles and Ray Eames for ICF, 1970s
Italian modern grey leather office chair by Charles and Ray Eames for ICF, 1970s

Italian modern grey leather office chair by Charles and Ray Eames for ICF, 1970s

By ICF Group, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern dark grey leather office chair by Charles and Ray Eames for ICF, 1970s Office chair, model EA108 in metal and leather. The seat and backrest are upholstered in dark gr...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Metal

Charles and Ray Eames DKR-2 Wire Chair for Herman Miller
Charles and Ray Eames DKR-2 Wire Chair for Herman Miller

Charles and Ray Eames DKR-2 Wire Chair for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Los Angeles, CA

DKR-2 chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, also referred to as the bikini chair features a white Naugahyde seat cushion and seat back resembling a bikini. The chair has ...

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

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Metal

2018 Herman Miller Eames Dark Blue Upholstered DSW Side Chair w/ Dowel Base
2018 Herman Miller Eames Dark Blue Upholstered DSW Side Chair w/ Dowel Base

2018 Herman Miller Eames Dark Blue Upholstered DSW Side Chair w/ Dowel Base

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames DSW Side Chair, initially designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in 1948. This example was produced by Herman Miller in the USA in 2018, and the listed ...

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2010s American Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Steel

2014 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chair w/ Pneumatic Base
2014 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chair w/ Pneumatic Base

2014 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chair w/ Pneumatic Base

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. The featured price includes one chair, but several ar...

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2010s American Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Aluminum

1996 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chair in Tan Leather Antler Base
1996 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chair in Tan Leather Antler Base

1996 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chair in Tan Leather Antler Base

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames Aluminum Group lounge chair, model EA316, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. This particular example dates to the year 1996. The...

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1990s American Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating

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Aluminum

1990 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair w Dark Postmodern Fabric
1990 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair w Dark Postmodern Fabric

1990 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair w Dark Postmodern Fabric

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a single (the price listed is for one chair, but multiple chairs are available) 1990 production Herman Miller Eames aluminum group executive high back desk chair, ...

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1990s American Modern Charles and Ray Eames Seating

Materials

Metal

Charles And Ray Eames seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Charles and Ray Eames seating 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 seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 607 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 1 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating 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 seating by Herman Miller, Milo Baughman, and Edward Wormley. Prices for Charles and Ray Eames seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $230 and can go as high as $50,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,499.
Questions About Charles and Ray Eames Seating
  • 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 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 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, 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.
  • 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.

    Find vintage Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.