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Original First Generation Eames Zenith Rope-Edge LAX Lounge Chair

$2,800per item
£2,104.86per item
€2,440.20per item
CA$3,909.24per item
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CHF 2,278.31per item
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NOK 28,883.12per item
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This first generation Zenith DAX lounge chair in Lemon yellow was designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. It features the original rope edge beneath the chair, as well as the original checkerboard label and X-base (The checkerboard label was only used from 1950-1953 and the X-base was discontinued in 1954 to be replaced by an H-base.) For collectors, this is the pinnacle. This chair features a fiberglass shell and metal base. It is in nice original condition with only slight discoloration, but no cracks, chips, or structural damage. This chair gets its name "LAX" as an abbreviation of (L) Low (A) Armchair (X) on X-base.
  • Creator:
    Herman Miller (Manufacturer),Charles and Ray Eames (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 25.5 in (64.77 cm)Width: 25 in (63.5 cm)Depth: 24 in (60.96 cm)Seat Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1374221494362

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