Herman Miller Seating
American
No other business of its kind did more than the Herman Miller Furniture Company to introduce modern design into American homes. Working with legendary designers such as Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson and Alexander Girard, the Zeeland, Michigan-based firm fostered some of the boldest expressions of what we now call mid-century modern style. In doing so, Herman Miller produced some of the most beautiful, iconic and, one can even say, noblest chairs, sofas, tables and other furniture ever.
Founded in 1923, Herman Miller was originally known for grand historicist bedroom suites: heavily ornamented wood furniture that appealed to a high-minded, wealthier clientele. The company — named for its chief financial backer — began to suffer in the early 1930s as the Great Depression hit, and D.J. De Pree, the company’s CEO, feared bankruptcy. In 1932, aid came in the form of Gilbert Rohde, a self-taught furniture designer who had traveled widely in Europe, absorbing details of the Art Deco movement and other modernist influences. After persuading De Pree that the growing middle class required smaller, lighter household furnishings, Rohde set a new course for Herman Miller, creating sleek chairs, tables and cabinetry that were the essence of the Streamline Moderne style.
Rohde died suddenly in 1944. The following year, De Pree turned to George Nelson, an architect who had written widely about modern furniture design. Under Nelson’s leadership, Herman Miller would embrace new technologies and materials and audacious biomorphic forms.
Some of the pieces the company produced are now emblems of 20th century American design, including the Eames lounge chair and ottoman and Nelson’s Marshmallow sofa and Coconut chair. Such instantly recognizable furnishings have become timeless — staples of a modernist décor; striking, offbeat notes in traditional environments.
Find a range of vintage Herman Miller office chairs, desks, coffee tables and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Herman Miller
Eames for Herman Miller Rare 1956 First Year Lounge Chair with Spinning Ottoman
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare 1956 first year production of the iconic 670/671 lounge chair with spinning ottoman by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller. The spinning ot...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Early Vintage Time Life Desk Chair ES104 by Charles Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Time Life Desk Chair ES104 by Charles Eames for Herman Miller. The appears to be a nice early example of the design.
Will double check the dimensions of the chair.
Wear to t...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Metal
Eames "Billy Wilder" ES106 Chaise Longue for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
A handsome example of the Billy Wilder chaise lounge by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller. In softpad and high-quality black leather on a eggplant color base. Six cushions conn...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Herman Miller Aeron Chair Size B Fully Adjustable, Carbon Mesh & Graphite Frame
By Don Chadwick, Herman Miller
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Aeron chair size (B) fully loaded with all adjustments by Herman Miller.
It's the best and most admired and recognized ergonomic office chair ever made.
Its innovative design and sup...
Category
2010s American Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
2010s Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Management Desk Chair in Cognac Leather
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Management Chair, Model EA335, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. These particular examples were produced in the ...
Category
2010s American Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Charles Eames for Herman Miller Royal Blue Compact Sofa
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in New York, NY
Charles Eames for Herman Miller Royal Blue Compact Sofa. Overall excellent vintage condition. Some minor wear to chrome and metal. Sofa has been professionally reupholstered in a R...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Chrome
1990s Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Management Desk Chair in Black Leather
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Management Chairs, Model EA435, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These examples date to the 1990s. Their...
Category
1990s American Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Slatted Bench George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in New York, NY
Slat platform bench designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, marked underneath.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Birch
2010s Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair in Cognac Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair, Model EA437, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These examples date to circa 2010s....
Category
2010s American Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
George Nelson for Hermann Miller Modular 3-Seater Sofa, 1960s
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Naples, IT
Modular 3-seater sofa designed by George Miller in 1956. The sofa incorporates a system of modules that allows you to choose the seating arrangement, the coffee table and chest of dr...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Eames for Herman Miller Time Life Black Leather Office Chairs 1980s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Detroit, MI
These vintage mid century modern black Model 3475 Eames Time Life Lobby Chairs designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller were produced in the 1980s. This classic office chair...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Charles and Ray Eames Sofa, 1980s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in PARIS, FR
3-seater sofa model ES108 by designers Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1980s. The base is in polished aluminum. The seat and back are in brown leather. The original leather ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Metal
ORIGINAL 1960-1968 HERMAN MILLER 675 EAMES TiME LIFE LOBBY SWIVEL ARMCHAIR ES105
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely iconic piece of Mid Century Modern design history, the one and only, original, Eames for Her...
Category
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Chrome
$7,615 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage LCM Lounge Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, c. 1950s
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Bristol, GB
Mid-Century Lounge Chair
An iconic design by the legendary American husband and wife team.
An early Herman Miller example.
Ebonised ply on a chrome base.
In original condition, i...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Eames Lemon Yellow Zenith Rope-Edge, RAR Rocker by Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Highland, IN
The first fiberglass Eames chairs were produced by Zenith Plastics. The early Zenith shells are distinctive for their high fiber content and larger, more substantial rubber shock mou...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Herman Miller Swoop Plywood Lounge Chairs by Brian Kane in Original Blue Fabric
By Herman Miller, Brian Kane
Located in Stamford, CT
Brian Kane's Swoop Collection for Herman Miller embodies a modern interpretation of midcentury style, particularly showcased through the Swoop Plywood Lounge Chair. Kane meticulously...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Chrome
Time Life Executive Desk Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1980s, Signed
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early production signed and dated (1981) collectors example of the Time Life 'Executive' chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller is covered in soft and beautiful black ...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
2010s Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair in Brown Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Management Chair, Model EA335, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. These particular examples were produced in the ...
Category
2010s American Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Panton Chair by Verner Panton for Herman Miller / Fehlbaum, in white 1976
By Verner Panton, Herman Miller
Located in Halle, DE
Panton S-Chair, designed by Verner Panton for Hermann Miller / Fehlbaum. Color: white. The chair is from the 2nd production run from 1970 onwards in thermoplastic luran-s with reinfo...
Category
1970s German Space Age Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Plastic
1 3 Piece Landscape Multi Section Sofa by Yves Behar for Herman Miller 6 Pieces
By Yves Behar, Herman Miller
Located in Pasadena, TX
Born in 1967 in Lausanne, Switzerland, Yves Béhar initiated his studies in his hometown. He then moved to the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, where he began working as a lead designer for Frog Design and Lunar Design. He founded his own office, Fuseproject, in San Francisco in 1999. Fuseproject's work is based on the idea of shaping a multidisciplinary laboratory of innovative ideas and sustainable scenarios.
Among Béhar's most representative projects for Herman Miller is Public Office Landscape. This office furniture system completely rethinks the idea of collaboration and flexibility using...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
$2,320 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Vintage Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller RAR Rocking Chair Restored in Go
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
The classic Eames Rocker! A cult-favourite design gets an added oomph, restored in our cozy, soft, classicly-hued Gotland sheepskin. What a beautiful piece!
Herman Miller
USA, 19...
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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Fiberglass, Birch
1971 Ultra Rare Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Zebrawood, Model 670 and 671
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a massively unusual Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair in Zebrawood, accompanied by a complimentary period-correct Eames Ottoman in Rosewood. Models 670 and 671 were initially ...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
1950s Pair of Herman Miller Eames LCW Lounge Chairs in Calico Ash
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of LCW Lounge Chairs, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames in 1948. They are early Herman Miller examples and feature the 5-2-4 screw pattern, dating back to t...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel
Charles Eames Wire Chairs with Bikini Cover on Eiffel Base's
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
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...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel
Gilbert Rohde, Rare Stool, Wood, Brown Leatherette, Herman Miller, 1940s
By Herman Miller, Gilbert Rohde
Located in High Point, NC
A rare stool, designed by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller, 1940s. In wood and brown leatherette/vinyl upholstery.
Other designers of the period include Isamu Noguchi, Paul Frankl, ...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
15 Charles and Ray Eames Aluminum Group Side Chairs
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charles and Ray Eames aluminum group side chair, EA330 office conference chair in dark olive green upholstery, five-star base, adjust t...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
$1,100 / item
1958 Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Brazilian Rosewood
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman, models 670 and 671, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1956. This set dates to ca. 1958. The shells on this se...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller for ICF
Category
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
1968 Herman Miller Eames Time Life Executive Desk Chairs in Leather, 4-Star Base
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Time Life Executive Desk Chairs, model 3474 , initially designed in 1961 by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. The listing price includes one executive chair, a...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
1990s ES 108 Three Seat Sofa by Ray & Charles Eames for Herman Miller in Walnut
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an ES-108 Three-Seat Walnut Sofa, initially designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in 1984. This example dates to the 1990s. Its design consists of a solid alumi...
Category
1990s American Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
2007 Herman Milles Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chairs in Green 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. These particular examples date to 2007. Th...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
2006 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair in Brown Leather EA437
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Desk Chairs, Model EA437, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These pieces are newer examples, da...
Category
Early 2000s North American Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Set of Four Eames for Herman Miller Swivel Shell Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dazzling mid-century set of four padded swivel chairs by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. The fiberglass shells are upholstered in a rare g...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel
$6,400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
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 ...
Category
Early 2000s North American Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Reclining Executive Office Chair - One Piece, 1980s
By Herman Miller
Located in Basel, BS
Here is a rare opportunity to purchase an incredible vintage in-tact original Herman Miller soft pad Executive Lounge or Office chair ...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Chrome
$1,860 Sale Price / item
20% Off
2010s Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Management Desk Chairs in Blue Fabric
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Management Desk Chairs, Model EA435, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These examples date to the 2010s. The listed...
Category
2010s American Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
2 Seat Sofa Settee by Charles and Ray Eames, Teak and Black Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Kansas City, MO
Eames two seat sofa loveseat / love seat for Herman Miller. Early production. Black Leather and solid teak. The Eames sofa is the last piece of furniture produced by the Eames Office...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
1962 Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Brazilian Rosewood
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman, models 670 and 671, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1956. This set dates to 1962. The shells on this set ar...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
2000s Herman Miller Eames Executive Soft Pad Desk Chair in Green Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Desk Chairs, Model EA437, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These pieces date to the 2000s. The...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
1970s Herman Miller Eames Time Life Chair in Brown Edelman Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Time Life Executive Desk Chair, model ES107, initially designed in 1961 by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller. This design was born as a bespoke concept for the...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
1990s ES 108 3-Seat Sofa by Ray and Charles Eames in Teak w/ Tan Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an ES-108 Three-Seat Teak Sofa, initially designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in 1984. This example dates to the 1990s. Its design consists of a solid aluminu...
Category
1990s American Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
2010s Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair Black w/ Adjustable Base
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Chair, Model EA437, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1968. This particular example was produced by Herman Miller in ...
Category
2010s American Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Set of Two Herman Miller Mid Century Modern Charles Eames "PSW" Barstools
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Dronten, NL
Beautiful pair of barstools designed by Charles & Ray Eames in off-white fiberglass with a maple swivel dowel base.
The stools are marked with the embedded Herman Miller logo undern...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel
Set of Six Wire Chairs with Dowel Legs and Bikini Pad by Charles and Ray Eames
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Dorchester, MA
Charles and Ray Eames designed their classic wire dining chairs for Herman Miller in 1951. This early set of six chairs features black powder-coated wire frames on wooden dowel legs ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel
Classic Modernist Charles and Ray Eames Arm Shell Lounge Chair, Zenith
By Herman Miller, Zenith, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Buffalo, NY
First generation, circa 1950 Charles and Ray Eames. Museum quality, sea foam green arm shell lounge chair made by Zenith Plastic Co./ Herman Miller. Features amazing exposed fibers, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Zinc
C. 2020 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair in Black
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Management Chair, Model EA335, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. This particular example was produced C. 2020. T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Modernist Fabric & Chrome Tubular Chairs by Peter Protzman for Herman Miller
By Peter Protzmann, Herman Miller
Located in Buffalo, NY
Peter Protzman’s design career began in Michigan where he spent over 10 years with Herman Miller working alongside such design luminaries as Charles and Ray Eames and George Nelson. While there, he designed the award-winning Tubular Collection of furniture which remained in production for 20 years and is still sought-after by fans of Mid-Century Modern design.
These vintage chrome tubular chairs...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
George Nelson Long Slat Bench Black Finish Herman Miller Mid-Century Modern 1950
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Miami, FL
Original George Nelson early long slat bench in ebonized Birch Wood designed in the 1950s and manufactured by Herman Miller.
Great for a Hallway Bench where Kids can change Shoes an...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Wood, Birch
$5,520 Sale Price
20% Off
Charles Eames for Herman Miller DSX Shell Chair
By Charles Eames, Ray Eames, Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Garnerville, 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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Metal, Steel
$516 Sale Price
20% Off
2010s Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair Leather 6x Avail
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a single (multiple chairs are available, though sold individually) Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. Th...
Category
2010s American Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Eames DCM Chair for Herman Miller in Blue
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An iconic original: authentic vintage Eames DCM (Dining Chair Metal) chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, circa 1950s.
This example features its original cobal...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$716 Sale Price
20% Off
C. 1953 Herman Miller Eames LCW Lounge Chair in Calico Ash
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
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 ...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel
Herman Miller ES102 Intermediate Chair Design Charles & Ray Eames
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Restored Pair of 1960 Herman Miller No1 Hardwood Eames Lounge Armchairs Ottomans
By Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer extremely rare and important pair of fully restored, original, Herman Miller No1 & Herman Miller Hillie circa 1958-1960 black leather and Rosewood lounge armchairs and ottomans
These are pretty much the most iconic and well known armchair and ottoman ever made, exhibited countless times, displayed in the V&A, Metropolitan Museum of Art, winners of countless awards these are the simply put the finest suite around
They have been on a journey, I’ve had all pieces stripped to the bare shells, the frames have been washed back and traditionally French polished, the leather all restored and hand dyed the original nero black, they are the finest example pair anywhere in the world today
One suite has the black Herman Miller No1 label, the other, the earlier redish Herman Miller Hillie label
Condition wise, the restoration has been done in such a way to keep all the original charm and patina but make them gallery ready, they will have age and use related patina marks here and there but mostly they are in very fine order
Dimensions armchairs
Height:- 80.5cm
Width:- 85cm
Depth:- 86.5cm
Seat height:- 41cm
Dimensions ottomans
Height:- 42cm
Width:- 65.5cm
Depth:- 53.5cm
Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point,
MUST READ!
The Eames Lounge Chair and ottoman are furnishings made of molded plywood and leather, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for the Herman Miller furniture company. They are officially titled Eames Lounge ( 670 ) and Ottoman ( 671 ) and were released in 1956 after years of development by designers. It was the first chair that the Eameses designed for a high-end market. Examples of these furnishings are part of the permanent collection of New York's Museum of Modern Art.
Design
Charles and Ray Eames sought to develop furniture that could be mass-produced and affordable, with the exception of the Eames Lounge Chair. This luxury item was inspired by the traditional English club chair. The Eames Lounge Chair is an icon of Modern style design, although when it was first made, Ray Eames remarked in a letter to Charles that the chair looked "comfortable and un-designy". Charles's vision was for a chair with "the warm, receptive look of a well-used first baseman's mitt." The chair is composed of three curved plywood shells covered with veneer: the headrest, the backrest and the seat. The layers are glued together and shaped under heat and pressure. The shells and the seat cushions are essentially of the same shape, and composed of two curved forms interlocking to form a solid mass. The chair back and headrest are identical in proportion, as are the seat and the ottoman.
The products have changed in various ways over time. Beginning in 1956 and running through the very early 1990s, the shells were made up of five thin layers of plywood which were covered by a veneer of Brazilian rosewood. The use of Brazilian rosewood was discontinued in the early 1990s, and current production since then consists of seven layers of plywood covered by finishing veneers of cherry, walnut, palisander rosewood (a sustainably grown wood with similar grain patterns to the original Brazilian versions), and other finishes. Small changes include the sets of spacers between the aluminum spines and the wood panels, originally of rubber, later hard plastic washers, and the number of screws securing the armrests, originally three, changed to two in second-series models, while the "domes of silence" (glides/feet) on the chair base originally had thinner screws attaching them to the aluminum base than those on later chairs, and the zipper around the cushions, either brown or black on early models, was later black only. Further, early ottomans had removable rubber slide-on feet with metal glides, and early labels are of oblong foil.
History
The Eames Lounge Chair first...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
$38,351 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Herman Miller Eames DCM Dining Chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic Herman Miller Eames DCM dining chair. Ebonized molded wood seat and back, supported by chrome steel rod frame. All screws and self leve...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Early Eames Alu Group Recliner Chair and Ottoman
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Aluminum
2015 Herman Miller Stacking Eames Plastic Dining Shell Chairs in White 10x Avail
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames DSS Chairs, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames in the 1950s. These particular examples were produced by Herman Miller in the USA in 2015. The listed price i...
Category
2010s American Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel
1952 Herman Miller Eames LCM Lounge Chair in Walnut and Steel
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Molded Plywood Lounge Chair with a Metal Base, or an LCM Chair, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1946. This ...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Steel
Herman Miller Verus Ergonomic Task Office Desk Chair Fully Adjustable, Brand New
By Herman Miller
Located in Secaucus, NJ
This comfortable Verus task office chair by Herman Miller features a breathable supportive suspension mesh fabric that provides integrated lumbar support and cooling comfort, that wo...
Category
2010s American Modern Herman Miller Seating
Materials
Metal
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Herman Miller 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 Herman Miller seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 642 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 2 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating by Herman Miller 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 Charles and Ray Eames, Charles Eames, and Milo Baughman. Prices for Herman Miller seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $150 and can go as high as $50,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,481.
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- Who is Herman Miller?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Although many modern furnishings bear his name, Herman Miller is not a furniture designer. It is the name of a manufacturer — the business was originally called the Michigan Star Furniture Company and produced bedroom sets in traditional styles. When the company's general manager D.J. De Pree purchased the manufacturer in 1923 with his father-in-law's help, he showed his gratitude by renaming it after his benefactor: Herman Miller. Today, the firm is best known for iconic mid-century modern furniture designed by the likes of George Nelson, Ray and Charles Eames, and others. Herman Miller chairs, tables, storage cabinets and more helped usher in a new era of design characterized by sleek lines, bold colors and luxurious materials.
- Why is Herman Miller so good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Herman Miller is good due to its long history of producing high-quality and enduring designs. No other business of its kind did more than the Herman Miller Furniture Company to introduce modern design into American homes. Working with legendary designers such as Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson and Alexander Girard, the Zeeland, Michigan-based firm fostered some of the boldest expressions of what we now call mid-century modern style. In doing so, Herman Miller produced some of the most beautiful and iconic chairs, sofas, tables and other furniture ever. Some of the pieces the company produced are now emblems of 20th-century American design, including the Eames lounge chair and ottoman and George Nelson’s Marshmallow sofa and Coconut chair. Such instantly recognizable furnishings have become timeless staples of modernist decor. Shop a wide range of Herman Miller furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022PostureFit from Herman Miller is a kit available as an accessory for Aeron chairs and stools. Its purpose is to provide extra support at the base of the spine to help encourage better posture. The kit doesn't fit all Aeron chairs, making it important that you carefully read the information about compatible models before making a purchase. Shop a range of Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The Herman Miller headquarters is located in Zeeland, Michigan. It opened in 1905 as the Star Furniture Company. The public company's stock trades on the NASDAQ exchange under the initials MLKN. On 1stDibs, you can find a selection of Herman Miller furniture.
- Does Herman Miller own Knoll?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the noted furniture brand Herman Miller acquired Knoll in 2021 and announced a new name, MillerKnoll. The new name is meant to take advantage of the long history and reputation that each brand brings to the table and to introduce a new, stronger joint effort to the public. Shop a collection of Herman Miller and Knoll furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Herman Miller is the official retailer and manufacturer of the iconic Eames lounge chairs. Inspired by 19th-century English club chairs, interior design enthusiasts highly covet the distinctive-shaped Eames chair. Shop a collection of vintage Eames chairs and other goods from Herman Miller on 1stDibs.
- What is a Herman Miller chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024A Herman Miller chair is a chair produced by the American furniture company Herman Miller.
The firm is best known today for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, which includes a range of armchairs, office chairs and other seating. Vintage Herman Miller chairs such as the Eames lounge chair, the Coconut chair and the Eames Executive chair are widely celebrated by design enthusiasts all over the world, while the Aeron chair, which was created by ergonomics pioneers Bill Stumpf and Don Chadwick in the 1990s, is the quintessential computer chair and a best seller.
Shop a collection of Herman Miller chairs and other mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Many furniture lovers believe that Herman Miller desks are worth it. No other business of its kind did more than the Herman Miller Furniture Company to introduce modern design into American homes. Working with legendary designers such as Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson and Alexander Girard, the Zeeland, Michigan-based firm fostered some of the boldest expressions of what we now call mid-century modern style. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Herman Miller desks is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Herman Miller desks and other furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024Yes, there are fake Herman Miller chairs. Because of the brand's popularity, some unscrupulous manufacturers create replicas and try to pass them off as authentic Herman Miller pieces. Others simply borrow elements of the style, producing chairs that look very similar. To identify a real Herman Miller chair, look for a label or medallion that shows the brand's logo or name in the correct font. Normally, the manufacturer’s mark can be found under the seat.
On 1stDibs, shop a collection of authentic Herman Miller chairs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Herman Miller chairs are so good for a few reasons. Working with legendary designers such as Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson and Alexander Girard, the Zeeland, Michigan-based Herman Miller Furniture Company fostered some of the boldest expressions of what we now call mid-century modern style. Many online reviewers praise how adjustable the maker's desk chairs are, reporting that they are able to fine-tune the position of many parts of the chairs to ensure their comfort. In addition, people point to the quality of both the materials and the construction and state that the chairs hold up to the effects of daily use in home offices and professional workplaces. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Herman Miller chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024You can buy Herman Miller chairs in a number of ways. The company sells chairs directly through their online store and operates a flagship store in New York City. In addition, Herman Miller makes their chairs available through select authorized brick-and-mortar retailers and online platforms. You'll also find a collection of vintage Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, the Herman Miller Aeron chair is very comfortable. The chair has many points of adjustability to help ensure comfort. You can tilt, raise and lower the seat height and adjust the tilt and height of the arms.
Manufactured by iconic mid-century brand Herman Miller and codesigned by ergonomics pioneers Bill Stumpf and Don Chadwick in 1994, the Aeron is known for its high quality and fully customizable seat height and depth, arms and recline. It's available in three sizes: A, B and C. According to the company, A, with roughly 17 inches between the arms, is ideal for people under five foot four and under 150 pounds; C, with 20.5 inches between the arms, is for those taller than six foot three and weighing up to 300 pounds; while B suits everyone in between. Of course, the right choice comes down to personal preference.
Find Aeron chairs and other Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The style of furniture associated with Herman Miller is mid-century modern. While the manufacturer originally produced bedroom sets in traditional styles, the company eventually changed course, and no other business of its kind did more than Herman Miller to introduce mid-century modern design into American homes. Working with legendary designers such as Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson and Alexander Girard, the Zeeland, Michigan-based firm fostered some of the boldest expressions of what we now call mid-century modern style. In doing so, Herman Miller produced some of the most beautiful and iconic chairs, sofas, tables and other furniture. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Herman Miller furniture.
- Is Herman Miller made in China?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Whether Herman Miller is made in China depends on the piece. The furniture maker operates two factories in Ningbo, China (and has manufacturing hubs elsewhere). However, many of its pieces come from its American factory, which is based in Zeeland, Michigan. Shop a large selection of Herman Miller furniture from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Herman Miller actually has two sales each year rather than one annual sale. The specific dates of the sales vary. However, most years, the sales take place once in the spring and once in the fall. You may find Herman Miller available for discounted prices on other online platforms year-round. Find a collection of Herman Miller furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Normally, Herman Miller has two sales each year. The first takes place in the spring, and the second is usually in the fall around the start of shopping for the holiday season. Year-round, other online platforms may offer discounts on Herman Miller. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Herman Miller furniture.
- Does Herman Miller make clocks?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Herman Miller makes clocks. Founded in 1927, the Herman Miller Clock Company specialized in traditional clock design. Today, Herman Miller is known for their mid-century and contemporary style clocks. Browse a selection of Herman Miller’s clocks and furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024You can tell what Herman Miller chair you have by using the model number. To find it, look under the seat for the brand tag and locate the number on it. The first three digits are your chair's model number. Research these digits using trusted online resources to learn more about your piece. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Herman Miller chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022An easy way to identify a Herman Miller chair is to examine the underside of the seat. Many pieces feature a label or medallion that bears the brand name in the correct font or the logo. In addition, Herman Miller chairs come with a certificate of authenticity. On 1stDibs, find a selection of expertly vetted Herman Miller chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The way to adjust a Herman Miller Aeron chair depends on which part you wish to reposition. To raise or lower the seat, use the paddle-shaped lever found on the right side of the chair. Reach for the lever on the left side to tilt the seat. A lever on the base of the arms controls the arm height, and you can modify the arm angle by pivoting the arm pad. You'll find a selection of Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs.
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