Known for his intricate metal furniture, jewelry and housewares, Michael Aram is something of a throwback in the world of design: a hands-on maker, both artist and artisan. Aram’s idiosyncratic style and the inherent authenticity of each of his handmade designs have made him a favorite of contemporary collectors.
Aram — full name: Michael Aram Wolohojian — was born in Providence, Rhode Island, to a tight-knit Armenian family and grew up in Scarsdale, New York. He studied art in Florence, Italy, and at the Art Students League in New York.
While on a 1989 trip to India, Aram was exposed to metalworking traditions such as sand-casting and hand-forging, and he became entranced with these techniques. He stayed in the country to study metalsmithing and collaborated with local craftsmen on his own designs, and still maintains a workshop in New Delhi.
A few of Aram’s lines are based on simple geometric shapes, but the majority are inspired by nature, in particular trees, flowers and other plant life. Rendered in materials that range from silvered bronze to patinated brass to nickel-plated steel, Aram’s forms for such lines as Sleepy Hollow and Black Orchid are drawn directly from botanical sources. He is likely unusual among contemporary designers for sometimes using the same decorative motif for both furniture and tableware pieces but his works are warm, witty, well-made and unlike any you’ve seen before.
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Michael Aram Early Edition Skeleton Chair 1993
By Michael Aram
Located in Chicago, IL
Iconic skeleton chair designed by Michal Aram. Signed Aram 93, also numbered under seat 0382, Width: 19" Depth: 21" Height: 31.5 Seat Height: 18.5 Seat Inside Width: 14.5 Seat...
Aluminum, Steel
Michael Aram Signed Skeleton Chair Early Production
By Michael Aram
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Michael Aram Early Production Signed Skeleton Chair This item was purchased new in New York City in 1999 & has had just one Owner Made of Aluminum with a Steel Support Leg in the ...
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
1993 Vintage Michael Aram Flights of Fancy Skeleton Side / Dining Chair
By Michael Aram
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Skeleton Chair, designed in 1993 by Michael Aram for his ‘Flights of Fancy’ Collection. This particular example is quite special as it has a hand-etched signa...
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
4 French 1950s Dining / Side Beech Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
4 French 1950s beechwood and vinyl upholstered side chairs. Price is per chair.
Beech
IKEA ‘Vilbert’ Chair by Verner Panton, 1993, Post-Modern
By Verner Panton
Located in CULEMBORG, GE
Verner Panton was one of the most influential figures in design history, pushing the boundaries of form and materials in the 1960s and 1970s. Launched in 1993 by IKEA and only in pro...
Wood
Dining Chairs Set of 12 Walnut, 1 Carver and 11 Side Chairs
By Lionel Rawlinson Limited 1
Located in Toronto, CA
Dining chairs walnut 1 arm and 11 side chairs 19th century styling made by Lionel Rawlinson pop off seats so upholstery can be easily changed. Solid sturdy chairs.
Walnut
Early Production Hans Wegner CH24 Wishbone Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this early production example of Hans Wegner's iconic CH24 Wishbone chair manufactured by Carl Hansen & Son. It features a red lacquer finish and woven pape...
Papercord, Wood
1 Dakota Jackson Library Dining Side Chair
By Dakota Jackson
Located in Pasadena, TX
Library chairs designed and made by Dakota Jackson. A classic, straightforward design in natural Cordovan maple.
Maple
Michael Taylor for Baker Mid Century Dining Chairs - Pair
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Michael Taylor for Baker Mid Century Dining Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 17 wide x 19.5 deep x 34.75 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 17.5 inches Good Vinta...
Cane, Wood
Vintage Side Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
A lovely side/accent chair for your home. Note the wear and tear.
Fabric, Wood
$400Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 17 in W 18.5 in D 19.5 in
Original Vintage Eames Fiberglass Shell Dining Side Chairs for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid Century Modern DSS stacking dining side chairs designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller circa 1960s. These collectible molded fiberglass shell seats are available in g...
Fiberglass
Set of Vintage Oak Dining Side Chairs, France 1950's
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
A set of elegantly carved oak side chairs with a lattice back.
Cotton, Oak
Revers Chair by Andrea Branzi for Cassina Italian Design 1993
By Cassina, Andrea Branzi
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Timeless piece of design history – the Pre-loved Revers Chair by Andrea Branzi for Cassina. This iconic armchair, dating back...
Steel
Early Eames DCM Birch Plywood Dining Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Nice set of early 1950s DCM chairs, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. These are well-preserved second generation examples in a fetching birch and black combinatio...
Metal
$35,200Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 29.25 in W 14.75 in D 17 in
Set of Eight Early 'Zig Zag' Chairs by Gerrit Rietveld for Cassina, 1973, Signed
By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This set of eight early year 'Zig Zag' chairs by Gerrit Rietveld for Cassina are the holy grail of collectors pieces. Extremely rare and coveted, original 'Zig Zag' chairs are a part...
Wood
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H 32 in W 17 in D 19 in
Vintage 1990s Michael Aram Signed Flights of Fancy Metal Skeleton Accent Chair
By Michael Aram
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A vintage 1990s Michael Aram skeleton chair. This sculptural accent chair is from Michael Aram's "Flights of Fancy" collection, a set of it...
Aluminum, Steel
Michael Aram Cast Aluminum Skeleton Chair
By Michael Aram
Located in Bridgeport, CT
As much a piece of Sculpture as a chair, the Skeleton Chair adds Drama and an Organic Modern vibe wherever you may choose to use it. Aram's iconic chair in cast aluminum. Signed. Su...
Aluminum
Michael Aram Cast Aluminum Skeleton Chair
By Michael Aram
Located in Bridgeport, CT
As much a piece of Sculpture as a chair, the Skeleton Chair adds Drama and an Organic Modern vibe wherever you may choose to use it. Aram's iconic chair in cast aluminum. Signed. Su...
Aluminum
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H 32.25 in W 19.625 in D 24 in
Pair of Skeleton Chairs by Michael Aram Aluminum and Stainless Steel
By Michael Aram
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of skeleton chairs by Michael Aram aluminum and stainless steel. From Aram's 'Flights of Fancy' collection. Michael Aram Furniture is handcrafted...
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Michael Aram Cast Aluminum Skeleton Chair
By Michael Aram
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Michael Aram's iconic chair in cast aluminum. Signed. Measures: height 32", width 17", depth 23", seat height 18" Very good condition.
Aluminum
Polished Aluminum Skeleton Form Chair
By Michael Aram
Located in Stamford, CT
A polished aluminum skeleton form side chair by Michael Aram.
Aluminum