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Charles Eames Seating

American, 1907-1978

The legacy of Charles Eames looms large in design. In partnership with his wife, Ray, Charles was at the forefront of pioneering innovation in the use of molded plywood for furniture making. The Eameses’ cheerful and inviting work has endured among the most important advancements in the history of 20th-century design.

Together, visionary mid-century modern duo Charles and Ray Eames introduced a wide range of renowned furniture to the postwar market, including iconic designs such as the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, the wildly colorful birch plywood-and-plastic-laminate Eames storage unit, the Eames compact sofa and more. The designers were trailblazers in molded plywood furniture and brought lively organic form to metal and plastic.

Charles Eames studied architecture at Washington University in St. Louis. He traveled to Mexico and Europe, and experienced firsthand the work of designer-architects Le Corbusier and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. In 1930, upon returning to Missouri, Eames opened an architecture practice with Charles M. Gray but later moved to Michigan in 1938. He received a fellowship at Cranbrook Academy of Art, which would become a breeding ground for the stars of mid-century design. Eames continued his architecture studies at Cranbrook and also taught in the design department.

In 1940, Eames met his future wife, artist and designer Beatrice Alexandra "Ray" Kaiser, who was studying at Cranbrook under Abstract Expressionist painter Hans Hofmann. Charles teamed up with another Cranbrook instructor, Finnish-American designer Eero Saarinen, to explore the possibilities of plywood for use in furniture design.

With support from Ray, Charles and Eero created chairs and case pieces and submitted them to the “Organic Design in Home Furnishings” competition at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City — among them was the groundbreaking organic Side chair made of molded plywood with maple legs. It was upholstered by Heywood-Wakefield. This exhibition is considered critical by many to the popularization of what is known as mid-century modernism. Eames and Saarinen won first place for their submissions to the competition.

Charles and Ray were married in 1941 and soon after moved to Los Angeles, California, and lived in an apartment building designed by architect Richard Neutra. Charles worked on set design at MGM, and at night, in a humble workshop they established in the guest bedroom, he and Ray experimented with molded plywood on a homemade device they called the “Kazaam!” machine. In 1942, the couple won a U.S. Navy contract to create molded plywood leg splints that would be used to support wartime medical efforts. Soon, the Evans Product Company was making the splints and the Eameses opened the famed Eames Office and studio.

The Eameses’ innovative use of wire framing, molded plywood and applied fabrics caught the attention of many notable figures in interior design and architecture, including George Nelson, director of design at Herman Miller, a now-legendary modern furniture manufacturer. The company enlisted the Eameses’ talents and was eventually home to the couple’s classic pieces such as the Eames DCW chair and the DCM chair.

Find an extensive array of vintage Charles Eames seating, tables and case pieces on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Charles Eames
Classic First Year Production Eames LCW, Evans Label 5 2 5 Screw Configuration
Classic First Year Production Eames LCW, Evans Label 5 2 5 Screw Configuration

Classic First Year Production Eames LCW, Evans Label 5 2 5 Screw Configuration

$4,800

Classic First Year Production Eames LCW, Evans Label 5 2 5 Screw Configuration

By Herman Miller, Evans Products Company, Charles Eames

Located in Buffalo, NY

One of the nicest examples I ve owned in quite a while, stunning figured birch plywood, circa early 1946-1947, L C W (Lounge chair wood) designed by Charles and Ray Eames, Manufactur...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Birch, Plywood

Early Eames Walnut LCW (lounge chair wood) c 1950s. Classic Modernist Design
Early Eames Walnut LCW (lounge chair wood) c 1950s. Classic Modernist Design

Early Eames Walnut LCW (lounge chair wood) c 1950s. Classic Modernist Design

$2,190

Early Eames Walnut LCW (lounge chair wood) c 1950s. Classic Modernist Design

By Charles Eames

Located in Buffalo, NY

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 Eames Seating

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Plywood

Early Eames Time Life "Lobby" Lounge Chairs, A Pair, 1970s
Early Eames Time Life "Lobby" Lounge Chairs, A Pair, 1970s

Early Eames Time Life "Lobby" Lounge Chairs, A Pair, 1970s

$12,500 / set

Early Eames Time Life "Lobby" Lounge Chairs, A Pair, 1970s

By Ray Eames, Herman Miller, Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Coronado, CA

A wonderful early pair of Time Life "Lobby" lounge chairs designed by Charles and Ray Eames. This pair dates back to the 1970s. These chairs feature supreme comfort with amazing swiv...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Aluminum

Charles Eames DSW dining chairs in black fiberglass by Herman Miller 1970s
Charles Eames DSW dining chairs in black fiberglass by Herman Miller 1970s

Charles Eames DSW dining chairs in black fiberglass by Herman Miller 1970s

$4,466 / set

Charles Eames DSW dining chairs in black fiberglass by Herman Miller 1970s

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in WIJCKEL, NL

A beautiful set of six fiberglass DSW chairs designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Offered in black color. One of the most recognized designs of the early modern desi...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Metal

Black LCW by Charles Eames 1955
Black LCW by Charles Eames 1955

Black LCW by Charles Eames 1955

$2,400

Black LCW by Charles Eames 1955

By Charles Eames

Located in Dallas, TX

Early Production LCW designed by Charles Eames manufactured by Herman Miller - 1955. Chair is in very good original condition with the original black analine dye.

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

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Plywood, Rubber

1 Mid-Century Eames H Miller Fiberglass Arm Shell Chair Walnut Moderna Stool
1 Mid-Century Eames H Miller Fiberglass Arm Shell Chair Walnut Moderna Stool

1 Mid-Century Eames H Miller Fiberglass Arm Shell Chair Walnut Moderna Stool

$900

1 Mid-Century Eames H Miller Fiberglass Arm Shell Chair Walnut Moderna Stool

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Pasadena, TX

Charles and Ray married in 1941 and moved to California where they continued their furniture design work with molding plywood. During the war they were commissioned by the Navy to produce molded plywood splints, stretchers and experimental glider shells. In 1946, Evans Products began producing the Eameses' molded plywood furniture. Their molded plywood chair was called "the chair of the century" by the influential architectural critic Esther McCoy. Soon production was taken over by Herman Miller, Inc .,who continues to produce the furniture in the United States to this day. Another company, Vitra International, manufactures the furniture in Europe. The Eameses continued to create new furniture designs into the 1970s. 1 (1) Herman Miller Eames Fiberglass Arm Shell on Walnut Swivel Bar Stool...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Fiberglass, Walnut

Pair early DCW Dining Chair in black by Charles & Ray Eames, Herman Miller 1950s
Pair early DCW Dining Chair in black by Charles & Ray Eames, Herman Miller 1950s

Pair early DCW Dining Chair in black by Charles & Ray Eames, Herman Miller 1950s

$3,664Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair early DCW Dining Chair in black by Charles & Ray Eames, Herman Miller 1950s

By Charles and Ray Eames, Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Brussels, Brussels

DCW (Dining Chair Wood) chair created by Charles and Ray Eames around 1945. These are second generation chairs produced by Herman Miller USA between 1950 and 1953 (the production of...

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

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Walnut, Plywood

Seldom seen shell color "Ochre Light "Charles Eames / Herman Miller side chair
Seldom seen shell color "Ochre Light "Charles Eames / Herman Miller side chair

Seldom seen shell color "Ochre Light "Charles Eames / Herman Miller side chair

$1,199

Seldom seen shell color "Ochre Light "Charles Eames / Herman Miller side chair

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in Buffalo, NY

Iconic chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Molded fiberglass shell in seldom seen Ochre Light Color.. Mounted on vintage black steel H-base. chair in very good ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Steel

American grey armchairs La Fonda by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1960s
American grey armchairs La Fonda by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1960s

American grey armchairs La Fonda by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1960s

$9,619 / set

American grey armchairs La Fonda by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1960s

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in MIlano, IT

American grey fiberglass armchairs La Fonda by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1960s Set of six armchairs model La Fonda with curved monocoque seat and backrest in gray fiberglass. ...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Aluminum

Charles Eames for Herman Miller Zebrawood DCM Chairs, Rare
Charles Eames for Herman Miller Zebrawood DCM Chairs, Rare

Charles Eames for Herman Miller Zebrawood DCM Chairs, Rare

$1,475

Charles Eames for Herman Miller Zebrawood DCM Chairs, Rare

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in St. Louis, MO

Charles Eames for Herman Miller Zebrawood DCM chairs, rare set. Zebrawood was used from 1954-1959. Very nice original condition, minor scuffs ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Chrome

Rare Alexander Girard Fabric Herman Miller Eames Black Fiberglass Arm Shell
Rare Alexander Girard Fabric Herman Miller Eames Black Fiberglass Arm Shell

Rare Alexander Girard Fabric Herman Miller Eames Black Fiberglass Arm Shell

$1,780 / item

Rare Alexander Girard Fabric Herman Miller Eames Black Fiberglass Arm Shell

By Alexander Girard, Charles Eames

Located in Buffalo, NY

Extremely rare Alexander Girard Jacobs Coat Eames fiberglass arm shell chair by Herman Miller. There are 6 available,, ***PRICE PER CHAIR , Good original condition,, fabric no longe...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Metal

Pair of Charles and Ray Eames Padded Arm Shell Chairs, Two-Tone /Herman Miller
Pair of Charles and Ray Eames Padded Arm Shell Chairs, Two-Tone /Herman Miller

Pair of Charles and Ray Eames Padded Arm Shell Chairs, Two-Tone /Herman Miller

$1,800 / set

Pair of Charles and Ray Eames Padded Arm Shell Chairs, Two-Tone /Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classic pair of Mid-Century Modern padded arm shell chairs,Designed by Charles and Ray Eames, for Herman Miller. Beautiful two-tone, chairs are in really ni...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Aluminum

Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen for Vitra Organic Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen for Vitra Organic Dining Chairs - Set of 6

Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen for Vitra Organic Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$9,095 / set

Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen for Vitra Organic Dining Chairs - Set of 6

By Charles Eames, Vitra, Eero Saarinen

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen for Vitra Organic Mid Century Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each chair measures: 29 wide x 25 deep x 37 inches high, with a seat height of 19.5 and arm heig...

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

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Upholstery, Wood

Charles Eames Vintage Orange Upholstered Swivel Chair
Charles Eames Vintage Orange Upholstered Swivel Chair

Charles Eames Vintage Orange Upholstered Swivel Chair

$1,950

Charles Eames Vintage Orange Upholstered Swivel Chair

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in Chicago, IL

Charles Eames Vintage Orange Upholstered Swivel Chair (Height Adjustable) Will confirm dims. Please contact for additional photos and Dealer Shipping Quote.

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Charles Eames Seating

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Fiberglass

Charles Eames lounge chair for Herman Miller 1970s. (first production )
Charles Eames lounge chair for Herman Miller 1970s. (first production )

Charles Eames lounge chair for Herman Miller 1970s. (first production )

$6,872

Charles Eames lounge chair for Herman Miller 1970s. (first production )

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in bari, IT

The Charles Eames chaise longue is a masterpiece of modern design, created by Herman Miller in the 1970s. This emblematic piece embodies the innovative vision of Charles and Ray Eame...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Metal

1960s Herman Miller Eames Swivel Office Desk Chair / rare green fiberglass
1960s Herman Miller Eames Swivel Office Desk Chair / rare green fiberglass

1960s Herman Miller Eames Swivel Office Desk Chair / rare green fiberglass

$999

1960s Herman Miller Eames Swivel Office Desk Chair / rare green fiberglass

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in Buffalo, NY

Vintage 1960s Herman Miller Eames fiberglass shell office or desk chair. Swivel base with wheels. Seldom seen / green fiberglass Shell in good condition with wonderful exposed fiber...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Aluminum

Rare RED ANILINE L C W (lounge chair wood) Charles Eames / Evans
Rare RED ANILINE L C W (lounge chair wood) Charles Eames / Evans

Rare RED ANILINE L C W (lounge chair wood) Charles Eames / Evans

$3,200

Rare RED ANILINE L C W (lounge chair wood) Charles Eames / Evans

By Evans Products Company, Charles Eames

Located in Buffalo, NY

Rare RED ANILINE RED LCW (Lounge Chair Wood) chair created by Charles and Ray Eames around 1945. Chair sold by Herman Miller, but produced by Evans Plywood...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Plywood

Charles Eames Sofa Compact
Charles Eames Sofa Compact

Charles Eames Sofa Compact

$10,000Sale Price|20% Off

Charles Eames Sofa Compact

By Charles Eames

Located in Toronto, Ontario

A very rare and rather exceptional sofa compact by Charles Eames for Herman Miller. This example is special for a few reasons. It is a very early model as evidenced by the centre metal bracket. It is also a folding example. Later pieces were fixed in place. This sofa also retains the original vintage Alexander Girard "giant stripe" textile. A very rare thing as most were reupholstered of originally upholstered in a basic vinyl or wool . This textile and construction dates the sofa to approx. 1959. This is most likely the best example of a vintage Sofa Compact available for sale. A true museum example. From Herham Miller website: Why “compact” for a sofa that’s six feet wide and seats three? The clean profile of the Eames sofa compact...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Metal

Charles Eames for Herman Miller DSX Shell Chair
Charles Eames for Herman Miller DSX Shell Chair

Charles Eames for Herman Miller DSX Shell Chair

$600

Charles Eames for Herman Miller DSX Shell Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames, Ray Eames, Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in New Windsor, NY

Charles Eames for Herman Miller fiberglass DSX shell chair. Circa 1970. Retains all it's plastic glides. Shock mounts are in good condition with no visible drying or cracking. Struct...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Metal, Steel

Pair of Leather Eames DKX-1 Side Chairs for Herman Miller
Pair of Leather Eames DKX-1 Side Chairs for Herman Miller

Pair of Leather Eames DKX-1 Side Chairs for Herman Miller

$1,250 / set

Pair of Leather Eames DKX-1 Side Chairs for Herman Miller

By Charles Eames

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Pair of orange leather Eames DKX-1 side chairs for Herman Miller with original labels. Two pairs available. Sold as-is. Please note wear in leather upholstery.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Iron

Series of six chairs, by Charles Eames, Editions Herman Miller, USA, circa 1961
Series of six chairs, by Charles Eames, Editions Herman Miller, USA, circa 1961

Series of six chairs, by Charles Eames, Editions Herman Miller, USA, circa 1961

$5,611 / set

Series of six chairs, by Charles Eames, Editions Herman Miller, USA, circa 1961

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Paris, FR

Set of six DSL chairs, designed by Ray and Charles Eames in 1961. These six chairs were produced by Herman Miller in the USA C. 1961. The chairs are comprised of a fiberglass shell s...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Aluminum

Pair of Herman Miller Eames DCM Molded Plywood / chrome Side Chair 1980s
Pair of Herman Miller Eames DCM Molded Plywood / chrome Side Chair 1980s

Pair of Herman Miller Eames DCM Molded Plywood / chrome Side Chair 1980s

$1,610 / set

Pair of Herman Miller Eames DCM Molded Plywood / chrome Side Chair 1980s

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

An iconic pair of Herman Miller Eames DCMs (DINING CHAIR METAL) molded plywood side chairs c. 1980's. Retain original (early black stripe) Herman Miller labels, These chair’s beau...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Chrome

Early Eames DCW (With Evans Label) black aniline
Early Eames DCW (With Evans Label) black aniline

Early Eames DCW (With Evans Label) black aniline

$2,400

Early Eames DCW (With Evans Label) black aniline

By Charles Eames, Evans Products Company

Located in Buffalo, NY

Rare Herman Miller DCW chair from the late 1940s featuring the elusive Evans Products label. Appears to have its original black aniline dye.. worn thru in several areas,, A true co...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Plywood

Rare Pair of "Kleinhans" Chairs, circa 1939 Charles Eames/Eero Saarinen
Rare Pair of "Kleinhans" Chairs, circa 1939 Charles Eames/Eero Saarinen

Rare Pair of "Kleinhans" Chairs, circa 1939 Charles Eames/Eero Saarinen

$5,400 / item

Rare Pair of "Kleinhans" Chairs, circa 1939 Charles Eames/Eero Saarinen

By Eero Saarinen, Charles Eames

Located in Buffalo, NY

Iconic "Kleinhans" armchairs, designed by Charles Eames and Eero Saarinen, early chair, collaboration of two modern masters, designed for the Mary Seaton room at Kleinhans music hall...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Birch, Plywood

Charles Eames Alexander Girard Herman Miller Shell Chairs in Checkerboard
Charles Eames Alexander Girard Herman Miller Shell Chairs in Checkerboard

Charles Eames Alexander Girard Herman Miller Shell Chairs in Checkerboard

$3,500 / set

Charles Eames Alexander Girard Herman Miller Shell Chairs in Checkerboard

By Alexander Girard, Charles Eames

Located in Chicago, IL

A good pair of orange and yellow Charles Eames and Alexander Girard chairs for Herman Miller. Custom order label on underside. Dated May 6, 1974. More pics to come. Upholstery is in...

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

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Fiberglass

Lounge Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1970s
Lounge Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1970s

Lounge Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1970s

$10,535

Lounge Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1970s

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in bruxelles, BE

Grey leather and black wood swivel armchair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Seat height: 41 cm. Stamped Herman Miller. Ottoman dimensions: H: 45cm W: 65cm D: 55cm. Wear d...

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1970s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Metal

Early LCM Red Aniline Dyed by Charles Eames for Herman Miller
Early LCM Red Aniline Dyed by Charles Eames for Herman Miller

Early LCM Red Aniline Dyed by Charles Eames for Herman Miller

$2,100

Early LCM Red Aniline Dyed by Charles Eames for Herman Miller

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

Early LCM red aniline dyed by Charles Eames for Herman Miller... Retains original patina.. minor repair to rear of seat (see photo), Stamped , Incised. L C M. also dated 1953.. wond...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Metal

Pair of Charles and Ray Eames "Translucent" Arm Shell Chairs
Pair of Charles and Ray Eames "Translucent" Arm Shell Chairs

Pair of Charles and Ray Eames "Translucent" Arm Shell Chairs

$1,450 / set

Pair of Charles and Ray Eames "Translucent" Arm Shell Chairs

By Charles Eames

Located in Buffalo, NY

Great pair of lemon yellow arm shell chairs designed by Charles and Ray Eames.. manufactured by Herman Miller,, early elusive see-thrugh "Translucent" fiberg...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles Eames Seating

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Steel

1 Herman Miller Parchment Shell Fiberglass RAR Rocker by Eames
1 Herman Miller Parchment Shell Fiberglass RAR Rocker by Eames

1 Herman Miller Parchment Shell Fiberglass RAR Rocker by Eames

$1,520Sale Price / item|20% Off

1 Herman Miller Parchment Shell Fiberglass RAR Rocker by Eames

By Charles Eames

Located in Pasadena, TX

1 Herman Miller parchment shell fiberglass RAR rocker by Eames Manufactured in the 1960s-1970s this rocker is one of the most iconic designs from Cha...

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1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Fiberglass

American modern armchairs La Fonda by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1960s
American modern armchairs La Fonda by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1960s

American modern armchairs La Fonda by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1960s

$4,924 / set

American modern armchairs La Fonda by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1960s

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in MIlano, IT

American modern beige armchairs La Fonda by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1960s Set of four armchairs model La Fonda with seat and backrest curved monocoque in beige fiberglass. A...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Aluminum

EA105 chair, by Charles Eames for ICF, 1960s with swivel seat and red fabric
EA105 chair, by Charles Eames for ICF, 1960s with swivel seat and red fabric

EA105 chair, by Charles Eames for ICF, 1960s with swivel seat and red fabric

$572

EA105 chair, by Charles Eames for ICF, 1960s with swivel seat and red fabric

By Charles Eames, ICF De Padova

Located in Milano, Lombardia

EA105 chair, designed by Charles Eames for ICF 1960s, with swivel seat. Seat and backrest joined in a single, slightly curved frame, upholstered in the original red fabric. The chrom...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Aluminum

Rare "Kleinhans" Chair, circa 1939 Charles Eames/Eero Saarinen / MODERNIST
Rare "Kleinhans" Chair, circa 1939 Charles Eames/Eero Saarinen / MODERNIST

Rare "Kleinhans" Chair, circa 1939 Charles Eames/Eero Saarinen / MODERNIST

$2,980

Rare "Kleinhans" Chair, circa 1939 Charles Eames/Eero Saarinen / MODERNIST

By Charles Eames, Eero Saarinen

Located in Buffalo, NY

Iconic Kleinhans side chair , designed by Charles Eames and Eero Saarinen . Early chair ,designed by two modern masters,, I believe this to be they're only collaboration... designed ...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Fabric, Birch, Plywood

Charles Eames for Herman Miller Early Pair of Dax Transitional Shell Chairs
Charles Eames for Herman Miller Early Pair of Dax Transitional Shell Chairs

Charles Eames for Herman Miller Early Pair of Dax Transitional Shell Chairs

$4,950 / set

Charles Eames for Herman Miller Early Pair of Dax Transitional Shell Chairs

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in Chicago, IL

Excellent early example of a pair of Transitional Herman Miller Dax red/orange armshell chairs. All original. Early black X-base with large shock mou...

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

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Fiberglass

1 of 10 Vitra Eames Herman Miller Black Leather Swivel Office Chairs
1 of 10 Vitra Eames Herman Miller Black Leather Swivel Office Chairs

1 of 10 Vitra Eames Herman Miller Black Leather Swivel Office Chairs

$3,059 / item

1 of 10 Vitra Eames Herman Miller Black Leather Swivel Office Chairs

By Vitra, Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale 1 of 10 original vintage Charles & Rays Eames, Vitra, Herman Miller high back black leather office swivel ar...

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20th Century English Modern Charles Eames Seating

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Chrome

DCW' Dining Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1946
DCW' Dining Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1946

DCW' Dining Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1946

$2,100 / item

DCW' Dining Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1946

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An early, Mid-Century Modern oak 'DCW' dining chair designed by Charles Eames with a double shock-mount to the backrest. Manufactured by Herman Miller in the USA, circa 1950s.

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Oak

Mid-Century Folding Sofa by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1950s
Mid-Century Folding Sofa by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1950s

Mid-Century Folding Sofa by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1950s

$8,000

Mid-Century Folding Sofa by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1950s

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century 'Sofa Compact' folding sofa / settee with red, pink, and orange vertically striped fabric upholstered cushions, resting on four curved chrome legs. (Charles Eame...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles Eames Seating

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Metal, Chrome

Set of 6 Charles Eames Alu Chairs by Herman Miller, White Leather
Set of 6 Charles Eames Alu Chairs by Herman Miller, White Leather

Set of 6 Charles Eames Alu Chairs by Herman Miller, White Leather

$8,588 / set

Set of 6 Charles Eames Alu Chairs by Herman Miller, White Leather

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Berlin, DE

6 Charles Eames Alu Chairs by Herman Miller, White Leather, H 84.5 cm Item description: This set of six Charles Eames Alu Chairs, produced by Herman M...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Charles Eames Seating

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Leather

Set of 4 Space Age swivel chairs. Original upholstery. Charles Eames – Herman Mi
Set of 4 Space Age swivel chairs. Original upholstery. Charles Eames – Herman Mi

Set of 4 Space Age swivel chairs. Original upholstery. Charles Eames – Herman Mi

$5,956 / set

Set of 4 Space Age swivel chairs. Original upholstery. Charles Eames – Herman Mi

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in Courbevoie, FR

Set of 4 Space Age swivel chairs. Original upholstery. Charles Eames – Herman Miller. Height adjustable. Upholstery can be changed on request: +€90 per chair.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Chrome

Charles Eames for Herman Miller Sofa Compact in Jacobs Coat fabric by Girard
Charles Eames for Herman Miller Sofa Compact in Jacobs Coat fabric by Girard

Charles Eames for Herman Miller Sofa Compact in Jacobs Coat fabric by Girard

$4,400Sale Price|20% Off

Charles Eames for Herman Miller Sofa Compact in Jacobs Coat fabric by Girard

By Charles Eames, Alexander Girard, Herman Miller

Located in Chicago, IL

Charles Eames for Herman Miller Sofa Compact in Jacobs Coat fabric by Alexander Girard 1954 Sofa back folds over for easy transport. 35¼" High × 71½" Width × 29" Deep X 16" Seat ...

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1950s Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Metal, Steel

1969 Eames Herman Miller/Fehlbaum Extremely Rare White Barstools in Green Fabric
1969 Eames Herman Miller/Fehlbaum Extremely Rare White Barstools in Green Fabric

1969 Eames Herman Miller/Fehlbaum Extremely Rare White Barstools in Green Fabric

$5,038 / set

1969 Eames Herman Miller/Fehlbaum Extremely Rare White Barstools in Green Fabric

By Charles 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, find more details on his family name plus eu, is for sale soon too. :-) Four extremely rare Eames bar stools...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Charles Eames for Herman Miller Fiberglass Dining Chairs in Orange
Mid-Century Charles Eames for Herman Miller Fiberglass Dining Chairs in Orange

Mid-Century Charles Eames for Herman Miller Fiberglass Dining Chairs in Orange

$887 / item

Mid-Century Charles Eames for Herman Miller Fiberglass Dining Chairs in Orange

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Mortsel, BE

Introducing the Mid-Century Charles Eames by Herman Miller Orange Fibreglass Shell Chair, a timeless piece of design history. Each chair carries its own unique character, showcasing ...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles Eames Seating

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern LCM Lounge Chair by Eames, Herman Miller, 1940s
Mid-Century Modern LCM Lounge Chair by Eames, Herman Miller, 1940s

Mid-Century Modern LCM Lounge Chair by Eames, Herman Miller, 1940s

$2,119

Mid-Century Modern LCM Lounge Chair by Eames, Herman Miller, 1940s

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in Antwerp, BE

Iconic LCM lounge chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Beautifully bent seat and backrest. Chrome base with shock-mounts in exce...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Metal, Chrome

Early Pair of Charles Eames Herman Miller Shell Chairs in Beautiful Light Coral
Early Pair of Charles Eames Herman Miller Shell Chairs in Beautiful Light Coral

Early Pair of Charles Eames Herman Miller Shell Chairs in Beautiful Light Coral

$5,500 / set

Early Pair of Charles Eames Herman Miller Shell Chairs in Beautiful Light Coral

By Charles Eames

Located in Chicago, IL

This is a fine early matched pair of possibly Evans or early production years with Herman Miller. They have solid wrought iron X-bases. Large Shock Mounts. Wonderfully faded red fibe...

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

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Fiberglass

Eames EA108 Armchair by ICF 1 of 4 MCM 1970s Swivel Red Leather Chrome Aluminium
Eames EA108 Armchair by ICF 1 of 4 MCM 1970s Swivel Red Leather Chrome Aluminium

Eames EA108 Armchair by ICF 1 of 4 MCM 1970s Swivel Red Leather Chrome Aluminium

$2,651

Eames EA108 Armchair by ICF 1 of 4 MCM 1970s Swivel Red Leather Chrome Aluminium

By Charles and Ray Eames, ICF Milano 1, Charles Eames

Located in London, GB

One of four fabulous genuine vintage Eames EA108 chromed aluminium and red leather swivel armchairs in excellent condition. Designed by Mid Century giants Charles & Ray Eames in 1958...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Charles Eames Seating

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Aluminum, Chrome

Pair of Charles Eames Bucket Chairs with Two-Tone Original Fabric

Pair of Charles Eames Bucket Chairs with Two-Tone Original Fabric

$2,400 / set

Pair of Charles Eames Bucket Chairs with Two-Tone Original Fabric

By Charles Eames

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very unusual pair of Charles Eames, it is quit rare with a two-tone fabric, Alexander Girard fabric with naugahyde.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Metal

Set 4 Eames black leather chairs, model Soft Pad EA 205
Set 4 Eames black leather chairs, model Soft Pad EA 205

Set 4 Eames black leather chairs, model Soft Pad EA 205

$1,390 / item

Set 4 Eames black leather chairs, model Soft Pad EA 205

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller, Vitra

Located in Buffalo, NY

, original 1980's Herman Miller / Vitra licenced Charles & Ray Eames EA205 soft pad dining/ conference chairs in they're original black leather. An iconic piece of design, this trul...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Aluminum, Chrome

Pair of Herman Miller Aluminium Group Lounge Chair
Pair of Herman Miller Aluminium Group Lounge Chair

Pair of Herman Miller Aluminium Group Lounge Chair

$1,909

Pair of Herman Miller Aluminium Group Lounge Chair

By Charles Eames

Located in London, Lambeth

Original designed in 1958 with much R&D development this is a design to work with the shape of the seater’s body super comfortable.The chair featured elegant sculptural one piece ...

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

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Aluminum

1 of 3 Vintage Vitra Icf Eames EA105 Hopsak Swivel Office Armchairs
1 of 3 Vintage Vitra Icf Eames EA105 Hopsak Swivel Office Armchairs

1 of 3 Vintage Vitra Icf Eames EA105 Hopsak Swivel Office Armchairs

$1,705 / item

1 of 3 Vintage Vitra Icf Eames EA105 Hopsak Swivel Office Armchairs

By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra, 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...

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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Charles Eames Seating

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Chrome

Armchairs in off-white from Charles Eames for Herman Miller Mid-Century Modern
Armchairs in off-white from Charles Eames for Herman Miller Mid-Century Modern

Armchairs in off-white from Charles Eames for Herman Miller Mid-Century Modern

$4,580 / set

Armchairs in off-white from Charles Eames for Herman Miller Mid-Century Modern

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in WIJCKEL, NL

A nice set of four fiberglass armchairs designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Offered in off-white color. The height of the armrests is 65 cm / 25.59 inch. One of the most recognized designs of the early modern design movement. The Eames' are known for their groundbreaking designs and production processes. These chairs are perfect examples of efficient use of material and ergonomic design. These chairs are quite comfortable. Labels in tact on two of the four chairs. Shipping services: Ask for our competitive shipping quote. The Eames Molded Plastic...

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

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Metal

Herman Miller, 2 Shell Fiberglass RAR Rockers by Eames (Old Edition)
Herman Miller, 2 Shell Fiberglass RAR Rockers by Eames (Old Edition)

Herman Miller, 2 Shell Fiberglass RAR Rockers by Eames (Old Edition)

$5,038 / set

Herman Miller, 2 Shell Fiberglass RAR Rockers by Eames (Old Edition)

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Argelato, BO

An icon of Mid-Century design, this is an all-original example of the famous Eames Rocking (R) Armchair (A) on Rod (R) base. This extraordinary pair of rocking chairs, perhaps the m...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Fabric, Fiberglass

Rare "Kleinhans" Chair, circa 1939 Charles Eames/Eero Saarinen / MODERNIST
Rare "Kleinhans" Chair, circa 1939 Charles Eames/Eero Saarinen / MODERNIST

Rare "Kleinhans" Chair, circa 1939 Charles Eames/Eero Saarinen / MODERNIST

$3,900

Rare "Kleinhans" Chair, circa 1939 Charles Eames/Eero Saarinen / MODERNIST

By Eero Saarinen, Charles Eames

Located in Buffalo, NY

Iconic Kleinhans armchair , designed by Charles eames and Eero Saarinen . Early chair ,designed by two modern masters,, I believe this to be they're only collaboration... designed ...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Naugahyde, Birch, Plywood

Mid-Century Pair of Armchairs Designed by Eames for Herman Miller
Mid-Century Pair of Armchairs Designed by Eames for Herman Miller

Mid-Century Pair of Armchairs Designed by Eames for Herman Miller

$4,900 / set

Mid-Century Pair of Armchairs Designed by Eames for Herman Miller

By Charles Eames

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Mid-Century Modern soft pad management lounge chairs from the Aluminium Group collection designed by Charles & Ray Eames and made by Herman Miller, original fabric. Dark...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Aluminum

Red /orange Fiberglass Charles Eames Side Shell Chair, Scoop, Herman Miller
Red /orange Fiberglass Charles Eames Side Shell Chair, Scoop, Herman Miller

Red /orange Fiberglass Charles Eames Side Shell Chair, Scoop, Herman Miller

$690

Red /orange Fiberglass Charles Eames Side Shell Chair, Scoop, Herman Miller

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classic Mid-Century Modern side shell chair, "SCOOP" designed by Charles and Ray Eames manufactured by Herman Miller, amazing red / orange fiberglass, retain beautiful gel coat, exp...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Metal

Charles Eames seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Charles 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 Eames seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Charles 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 Selig, Harry Bertoia, and George Nelson. Prices for Charles Eames seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $645 and can go as high as $133,498, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,400.

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Questions About Charles Eames Seating

  • Are Charles Eames chairs comfortable?

    1 Answer
    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.

  • How were Charles and Ray Eames related?

    1 Answer
    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.

  • What are Charles and Ray Eames famous for?

    1 Answer
    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.

  • What material did Charles and Ray Eames use?

    1 Answer
    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.

  • What are Charles and Ray Eames best known for?

    1 Answer
    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.

  • What was Charles and Ray Eames favorite wood?

    1 Answer
    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.

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