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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
Charles and Ray Eames Early DCW Ash Plywood Dining Chairs for Herman Miller
Charles and Ray Eames Early DCW Ash Plywood Dining Chairs for Herman Miller

Charles and Ray Eames Early DCW Ash Plywood Dining Chairs for Herman Miller

$4,680 / set

Charles and Ray Eames Early DCW Ash Plywood Dining Chairs for Herman Miller

By Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Iconic pair Charles & Ray Eames DCW dining side chairs in Ash plywood. Early Herman Miller production from the fifties (5-2-4 screw configuration), just after Herman Miller took over...

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

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Rubber, Ash, Plywood

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

Materials

Plywood

Multiple Eames Aluminum Group EA108 Dining Chairs in White Netweave Mesh, Vitra
Multiple Eames Aluminum Group EA108 Dining Chairs in White Netweave Mesh, Vitra

Multiple Eames Aluminum Group EA108 Dining Chairs in White Netweave Mesh, Vitra

$1,521 / item

Multiple Eames Aluminum Group EA108 Dining Chairs in White Netweave Mesh, Vitra

By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra, Charles Eames

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Comfortable dining and/or conference chair EA108 belonging to the iconic Aluminium Series designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller (US) / Vitra (EU). Comfort is guaranteed w...

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Other, Chrome

Charles Eames "PAW Chair" Swivel Fiber Glass Shell Dowel Leg aCa
Charles Eames "PAW Chair" Swivel Fiber Glass Shell Dowel Leg aCa

Charles Eames "PAW Chair" Swivel Fiber Glass Shell Dowel Leg aCa

$5,669

Charles Eames "PAW Chair" Swivel Fiber Glass Shell Dowel Leg aCa

By Charles Eames

Located in Hamburg, DE

Second series after 1950 Zenith Herman Miller / Charles Eames PAW Swivel chair in color salmon (faded) / dowel legs in birch / all original parts / the awesome dowel base reads Seng Chicago...

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Mid-20th Century Modern Charles Eames Seating

Materials

Steel

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 Charles Eames, Alexander Girard

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

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Charles Eames by Herman Miller Orange Fiberglass Shell Chair
Midcentury Charles Eames by Herman Miller Orange Fiberglass Shell Chair

Midcentury Charles Eames by Herman Miller Orange Fiberglass Shell Chair

$906 / item

Midcentury Charles Eames by Herman Miller Orange Fiberglass Shell Chair

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Mortsel, BE

Introducing the midcentury Charles Eames by Herman Miller Orange Fiberglass Shell Chair, a timeless piece of design history. We are pleased to off...

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

Materials

Metal

Set of 6 Eames Aluminum Group EA106 Dining Chairs in Black Netweave Mesh, Vitra
Set of 6 Eames Aluminum Group EA106 Dining Chairs in Black Netweave Mesh, Vitra

Set of 6 Eames Aluminum Group EA106 Dining Chairs in Black Netweave Mesh, Vitra

$5,400 / set

Set of 6 Eames Aluminum Group EA106 Dining Chairs in Black Netweave Mesh, Vitra

By Charles Eames, Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Comfortable set of 6 EA106 dining and/or conference chairs belonging to the iconic Aluminium Series designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller (US) / Vitra (EU). Comfort i...

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

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Eames DAR ARM SHELL Fiberglass Chair/ Electric Blue on White Eiffel Tower Base
Eames DAR ARM SHELL Fiberglass Chair/ Electric Blue on White Eiffel Tower Base

Eames DAR ARM SHELL Fiberglass Chair/ Electric Blue on White Eiffel Tower Base

$1,480 / item

Eames DAR ARM SHELL Fiberglass Chair/ Electric Blue on White Eiffel Tower Base

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

Eames DAR ARM SHELL Fiberglass Chair/ Electric Blue on White Eiffel Tower Base, Amazing color , fabulous exposed fibers. ***NOTE*** PRICED PER CHAIR ,, Classic modernist design,,, From the design offices of Charles and Ray Eames the fiberglass DAR chair . This one on Eiffel tower base . DAR is the abbreviation for Eames Dining (D) height, Arm (A) Chair, on Rod (R) Base released in the first year of arm chair production in the fiberglass series developed in 1950. The early success of the Eames plastic arm chairs was a co-ordinated effort between the Eames Office (Designers), Zenith Plastics (Manufacturers) and Herman Miller (Distributors). The chair series was always designed to have interchangeable bases and the DAR was one of the ‘original 5’ alongside the DAX X-base, LAR cats cradle...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Charles Eames Seating

Materials

Metal

Rocking Chairs by Charles Eames for Herman Miller with Alexander Girard Textile
Rocking Chairs by Charles Eames for Herman Miller with Alexander Girard Textile

Rocking Chairs by Charles Eames for Herman Miller with Alexander Girard Textile

$5,000 / set

Rocking Chairs by Charles Eames for Herman Miller with Alexander Girard Textile

By Charles Eames

Located in Dallas, TX

Matching pair of rocking chairs designed by Charles Eames for Herman Miller. Chairs have the original Alexander Girard upholstery - excellent original condition with the original zin...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

Materials

Fiberglass

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Charles Eames for Herman Miller
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Charles Eames for Herman Miller

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Charles Eames for Herman Miller

$9,500 / set

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Charles Eames for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A nice early set of four DCW chairs designed by Charles Eames and produced by Herman Miller in the 1950's. These feature dark stained plywood construction. Nice warm patina and likel...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

Materials

Plywood

Charles Eames RAR Rocker Chair Second Generation Lemon Fiberglass 1950s
Charles Eames RAR Rocker Chair Second Generation Lemon Fiberglass 1950s

Charles Eames RAR Rocker Chair Second Generation Lemon Fiberglass 1950s

$1,780

Charles Eames RAR Rocker Chair Second Generation Lemon Fiberglass 1950s

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in Buffalo, NY

Early production Charles Eames rocker with early fibre glass shell, zinc Eiffel tower base and wood rockers wood birch, second generation .. Large shock mounts (domes of silence) c19...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

Materials

Zinc

Set of 4 Charles Eames for Herman Miller PAC Armchairs in White Fiberglass 1970s
Set of 4 Charles Eames for Herman Miller PAC Armchairs in White Fiberglass 1970s

Set of 4 Charles Eames for Herman Miller PAC Armchairs in White Fiberglass 1970s

$4,200 / set

Set of 4 Charles Eames for Herman Miller PAC Armchairs in White Fiberglass 1970s

By Ray Eames, Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed in post-war America, these chairs were made in the 1970s. Commonly attributed exclusively to Charles Eames by literature of the era and Herman Miller itself, Ray was certain...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Aluminum

Original Vitra ES 104 Lounge chair Charles Eames Bürostuhl Sessel
Original Vitra ES 104 Lounge chair Charles Eames Bürostuhl Sessel

Original Vitra ES 104 Lounge chair Charles Eames Bürostuhl Sessel

$7,011

Original Vitra ES 104 Lounge chair Charles Eames Bürostuhl Sessel

By Charles Eames, Vitra

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten einen wunderschönen Vitra ES 104 Armlehnstuhl in schwarzem Leder zum Verkauf an. Der Stuhl wurde von Charles Eames entworfen und gilt bis heute als absoluter Designklassik...

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1990s German Post-Modern Charles Eames Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

First Edition Charles Eames Paw Chair Swivel Fibre Glass Shell Dowel Leg Walnut
First Edition Charles Eames Paw Chair Swivel Fibre Glass Shell Dowel Leg Walnut

First Edition Charles Eames Paw Chair Swivel Fibre Glass Shell Dowel Leg Walnut

$6,479

First Edition Charles Eames Paw Chair Swivel Fibre Glass Shell Dowel Leg Walnut

By Charles Eames

Located in Hamburg, DE

First production/first generation 1949-1950 Zenith Herman Miller/Charles Eames PAW Rope Swivel chair in color lemon yellow parchment/dowel legs in walnut/all original parts/the awesome dowel base reads Seng Chicago...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Charles Eames Seating

Materials

Steel

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 Ray Eames, Charles Eames, Charles and Ray 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

Materials

Metal, Steel

Eames Herman Miller Unusual Patriot Pattern Upholstered Shell Chair
Eames Herman Miller Unusual Patriot Pattern Upholstered Shell Chair

Eames Herman Miller Unusual Patriot Pattern Upholstered Shell Chair

$2,950

Eames Herman Miller Unusual Patriot Pattern Upholstered Shell Chair

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in Chicago, IL

Quite an interesting statement Eames chair. Possibly a corporate branded (by upholstery). American Airlines for example. Or, maybe a political event. or possibly a custom order by a ...

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

Materials

Metal

First Edition Charles Eames "Paw Chair" Swivel Fibre Glass Shell Dowel Leg Birch
First Edition Charles Eames "Paw Chair" Swivel Fibre Glass Shell Dowel Leg Birch

First Edition Charles Eames "Paw Chair" Swivel Fibre Glass Shell Dowel Leg Birch

$6,479

First Edition Charles Eames "Paw Chair" Swivel Fibre Glass Shell Dowel Leg Birch

By Charles Eames

Located in Hamburg, DE

First production / first generation 1949-1950 Zenith Herman Miller / Charles Eames PAW rope swivel chair in color grey elephant / dowel legs in birch / all original parts / the awesome dowel base reads Seng Chicago...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Charles Eames Seating

Materials

Steel

Early 2nd Generation X Base Arm Shell Lounge Chair by Charles Eames
Early 2nd Generation X Base Arm Shell Lounge Chair by Charles Eames

Early 2nd Generation X Base Arm Shell Lounge Chair by Charles Eames

$1,485

Early 2nd Generation X Base Arm Shell Lounge Chair by Charles Eames

By Charles Eames

Located in Buffalo, NY

Early 2nd generation X base elephant gray arm shell lounge chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller. Amazing condition, featuring early solid iron X base, .Amazing color. Elephant gr...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

Materials

Iron

First Edition Charles Eames Paw Chair Swivel Fibre Glass Shell Dowel Leg Walnut
First Edition Charles Eames Paw Chair Swivel Fibre Glass Shell Dowel Leg Walnut

First Edition Charles Eames Paw Chair Swivel Fibre Glass Shell Dowel Leg Walnut

$6,479

First Edition Charles Eames Paw Chair Swivel Fibre Glass Shell Dowel Leg Walnut

By Charles Eames

Located in Hamburg, DE

First production, first generation 1949-1950 Zenith Herman Miller, Charles Eames PAW rope swivel chair in color grey elephant, dowel legs in birch / all original parts. The awesome dowel base reads Seng Chicago...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

Materials

Steel

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 Charles Eames, Evans Products Company

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 Herman Miller Pivot Side Chair on Castors (PSCC)
Charles Eames Herman Miller Pivot Side Chair on Castors (PSCC)

Charles Eames Herman Miller Pivot Side Chair on Castors (PSCC)

$1,850

Charles Eames Herman Miller Pivot Side Chair on Castors (PSCC)

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in Chicago, IL

Charles Eames Herman Miller Pivot Side Chair on Castors (PSCC) in a scarce Purple Fabric Upholstery is not tight against seat anymore. Loose in some areas. Some fading as shown. Fi...

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

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Fiberglass

Charles Eames Wire Chairs with Bikini Cover on Eiffel Base's
Charles Eames Wire Chairs with Bikini Cover on Eiffel Base's

Charles Eames Wire Chairs with Bikini Cover on Eiffel Base's

$1,690 / set

Charles Eames Wire Chairs with Bikini Cover on Eiffel Base's

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classic pair Eames wire chairs on a black Eiffel base with the bikini covers for Herman Miller, Naugahyde bikini tops missing elastic connector...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

Materials

Steel

Early Charles Eames for Herman Miller Red Aniline DCM
Early Charles Eames for Herman Miller Red Aniline DCM

Early Charles Eames for Herman Miller Red Aniline DCM

$1,250

Early Charles Eames for Herman Miller Red Aniline DCM

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in St. Louis, MO

Early Charles Eames for Herman Miller red Aniline stained DCM with early glides, no label. Shock mounts are still solid, there is wear and loss to fi...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

Materials

Plywood

Classic Eames /Herman Miller Fiberglass Cats Cradle LAR Lounge Chair
Classic Eames /Herman Miller Fiberglass Cats Cradle LAR Lounge Chair

Classic Eames /Herman Miller Fiberglass Cats Cradle LAR Lounge Chair

$1,390

Classic Eames /Herman Miller Fiberglass Cats Cradle LAR Lounge Chair

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classic Mid Century Modern Early "Cats Cradle" LAR formed fiberglass lounge chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Circa. 1950's. Seldom seen dark olive green fiber...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Metal

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

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

Materials

Iron

Herman Miller Charles Eames Shell Chair Is a Nice Orange on Taupe Fiberglass
Herman Miller Charles Eames Shell Chair Is a Nice Orange on Taupe Fiberglass

Herman Miller Charles Eames Shell Chair Is a Nice Orange on Taupe Fiberglass

$1,500

Herman Miller Charles Eames Shell Chair Is a Nice Orange on Taupe Fiberglass

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in Chicago, IL

A very nice color combination of a popping upholstered color on a understated neautral Taupe-ish grey color. need to confirm dims on this chair.

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

Materials

Fiberglass

Herman Miller Eames DAX Fiberglass Chair / Lemon Yellow / Classic Modernist
Herman Miller Eames DAX Fiberglass Chair / Lemon Yellow / Classic Modernist

Herman Miller Eames DAX Fiberglass Chair / Lemon Yellow / Classic Modernist

$1,260

Herman Miller Eames DAX Fiberglass Chair / Lemon Yellow / Classic Modernist

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in Buffalo, NY

Gorgeous Bright Lemon Yellow fiberglass Herman Miller Eames armchair. Model DAX with H base. All shock mounts intact as well as feet. Stamped Herman Miller , 1960 under chair . Ama...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Iron

RAR Rocking Chair Eames yellow original vintage - Herman Miller
RAR Rocking Chair Eames yellow original vintage - Herman Miller

RAR Rocking Chair Eames yellow original vintage - Herman Miller

$1,696

RAR Rocking Chair Eames yellow original vintage - Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in Courbevoie, FR

Authentic Armchair RAR (Rocking Arm Chair) shell Eames original and vintage edition Herman Miller Designed by Charles EAMES - 1950 Original fiberglass hull in pale young color. Trac...

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1950s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

Materials

Steel

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

$2,500

Early LCM Red Aniline Dyed by Charles Eames for Herman Miller

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Middlesex, NJ

Early LCM red aniline dyed by Charles Eames for Herman Miller.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Charles Eames Seating

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

Materials

Fiberglass

Mid-Century Modern Ebonized Wood and Chrome DCM Eames Chair
Mid-Century Modern Ebonized Wood and Chrome DCM Eames Chair

Mid-Century Modern Ebonized Wood and Chrome DCM Eames Chair

$1,250

Mid-Century Modern Ebonized Wood and Chrome DCM Eames Chair

By Charles Eames

Located in Toledo, OH

Mid-Century Modern ebonized wood and chrome chair by DCM Eames. Very nice condition. Dimensions: 21" depth x 19" W x 29.5" H, seat height 17.5".

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Mid-20th Century North American Modern Charles Eames Seating

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Chrome

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

$585

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

By ICF De Padova, Charles Eames

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

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Eames Rosewood Lounge Chair, c. 1965
Vintage Eames Rosewood Lounge Chair, c. 1965

Vintage Eames Rosewood Lounge Chair, c. 1965

$8,350

Vintage Eames Rosewood Lounge Chair, c. 1965

By Charles Eames

Located in Charlottesville, VA

Vintage Eames Rosewood Lounge Chair, c. 1965. Black leather with wear and some slight damage but having a fine patina. 30.75” h. x 32” d. x 32” w. (the chair).

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Leather

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" fiberglass parchment shells...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern 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

$9,829 / set

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

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

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

Pr 1950s Charles & Ray Eames Dax Fiberglass Shell Armchairs/ Tan Dark
Pr 1950s Charles & Ray Eames Dax Fiberglass Shell Armchairs/ Tan Dark

Pr 1950s Charles & Ray Eames Dax Fiberglass Shell Armchairs/ Tan Dark

$1,280 / item

Pr 1950s Charles & Ray Eames Dax Fiberglass Shell Armchairs/ Tan Dark

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

Matched Pair of late 1950s early 60's Charles & Ray Eames Dax Fiberglass Shell Armchairs// Unusual (seldom seen) Tan Dark color,,,Nice original condition,Exposed fibers, nice gel-c...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

Materials

Metal

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

Materials

Naugahyde, Birch, Plywood

Swivel Chair Mod. "ea107" Design Charles and Ray Eames for Icf De Padova, 1970s
Swivel Chair Mod. "ea107" Design Charles and Ray Eames for Icf De Padova, 1970s

Swivel Chair Mod. "ea107" Design Charles and Ray Eames for Icf De Padova, 1970s

$1,111

Swivel Chair Mod. "ea107" Design Charles and Ray Eames for Icf De Padova, 1970s

By ICF Group, Charles Eames

Located in Argelato, BO

Charles & Ray Eames, EA 107 Aluminum Chair for ICF (Signed) Designed by the legendary designers Charles & Ray Eames, offers a perfect combination of iconic design and functionality....

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

Materials

Aluminum

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

$6,085 / set

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

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

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

Materials

Chrome

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

$1,687 / 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

1939 Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen Kleinhans Armless Chair in Beech, Fabric
1939 Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen Kleinhans Armless Chair in Beech, Fabric

1939 Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen Kleinhans Armless Chair in Beech, Fabric

$6,000

1939 Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen Kleinhans Armless Chair in Beech, Fabric

By Charles Eames, Eero Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Kleinhans Armless Chair, designed by Charles Eames and Eero Saarinen in 1939. The two designers were working together at the Cranbrook Academy of Art at the time, and this ...

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1930s American Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Beech, Plywood, Fabric, Foam

Swivel Chair Mod. "ea107" Design Charles and Ray Eames for Icf De Padova, 1970s
Swivel Chair Mod. "ea107" Design Charles and Ray Eames for Icf De Padova, 1970s

Swivel Chair Mod. "ea107" Design Charles and Ray Eames for Icf De Padova, 1970s

$2,223 / set

Swivel Chair Mod. "ea107" Design Charles and Ray Eames for Icf De Padova, 1970s

By ICF Group, Charles Eames

Located in Argelato, BO

Charles & Ray Eames, EA 107 Aluminum Chairs for ICF (Signed) Designed by the legendary designers Charles & Ray Eames, offers a perfect combination of iconic design and functionality...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

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Aluminum

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 Herman Miller, Charles Eames

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

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

$5,031 / 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

Charles and Ray Eames Red Beech DCM Chairs, Herman Miller, Dining, Side Chair
Charles and Ray Eames Red Beech DCM Chairs, Herman Miller, Dining, Side Chair

Charles and Ray Eames Red Beech DCM Chairs, Herman Miller, Dining, Side Chair

$840 / item

Charles and Ray Eames Red Beech DCM Chairs, Herman Miller, Dining, Side Chair

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

PRICED PER CHAIR.... Charles and Ray Eames red (aniline dye) beech DCM chairs manufactured by Herman Miller, dining, side chair. Labeled. Designed in 1946. Produced in 2019. Authentic Eames chair...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Charles Eames Seating

Materials

Metal

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

Materials

Birch, Plywood

Pair of Fine Early DKX Charles Eames Chairs for Herman Miller
Pair of Fine Early DKX Charles Eames Chairs for Herman Miller

Pair of Fine Early DKX Charles Eames Chairs for Herman Miller

$1,500 / set

Pair of Fine Early DKX Charles Eames Chairs for Herman Miller

By Charles Eames

Located in Chicago, IL

A good early pair. More detail pics available. Seats need to be attached better. Possibly worked on by an upholsterer. All original pieces. Missing the foot glides. They can be...

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

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Metal

2x DAF Swag Leg Arm Stuhl Charles Eames George Nelson Herman Miller
2x DAF Swag Leg Arm Stuhl Charles Eames George Nelson Herman Miller

2x DAF Swag Leg Arm Stuhl Charles Eames George Nelson Herman Miller

$3,399 / item

2x DAF Swag Leg Arm Stuhl Charles Eames George Nelson Herman Miller

By Charles Eames, George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten insgesamt zwei wunderschöne und äußerst seltene DAF Swag Leg Arm Stühle von Herman Miller Collection zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von George Nelson bzw. Charles Eame...

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charles Eames Seating

Materials

Metal

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

$3,037 / item

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

By Charles Eames, Vitra, 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

2010s Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen Organic Chairs by Vitra in Dark Gray Fabric
2010s Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen Organic Chairs by Vitra in Dark Gray Fabric

2010s Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen Organic Chairs by Vitra in Dark Gray Fabric

$9,500

2010s Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen Organic Chairs by Vitra in Dark Gray Fabric

By Charles Eames, Eero Saarinen, Vitra

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a set of five Organic chairs designed by Charles Eames and Eero Saarinen as part of their submission for the Organic Designs in Home Furnishings exhibition at the ...

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2010s Swiss Modern Charles Eames Seating

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Metal

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

Pair of Herman Miller Aluminium Group Lounge Chair

$1,889

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

2021 Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen Organic Chair by Vitra in Dark Green Fabric
2021 Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen Organic Chair by Vitra in Dark Green Fabric

2021 Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen Organic Chair by Vitra in Dark Green Fabric

$2,200

2021 Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen Organic Chair by Vitra in Dark Green Fabric

By Vitra, Charles Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Organic chair designed by Charles Eames and Eero Saarinen as part of their submission for the Organic Designs in Home Furnishings exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art in...

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2010s German Modern Charles Eames Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen for Vitra Organic Dining Chairs Pair
Mid-Century Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen for Vitra Organic Dining Chairs Pair

Mid-Century Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen for Vitra Organic Dining Chairs Pair

$3,200 / set

Mid-Century Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen for Vitra Organic Dining Chairs Pair

By Vitra, Eero Saarinen, Charles Eames

Located in Secaucus, NJ

The iconic classic organic chair was designed by Charles Eames and Eero Saarinen in 1940 as a joint entry to the "Organic Design in Home Furnishings" A competition organized by the ...

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

Materials

Fabric, Ash, Oak

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 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 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 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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