Mid-century Modern Aluminum Group Model Ea 116 Swivel Chair By Charles & Ray Eames For Herman Miller - Mar 28, 2024 | Bidhaus In Ny
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Mid-Century Modern Aluminum Group Model EA 116 Swivel Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller

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Mid-Century Modern Aluminum Group Model EA 116 Swivel Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller
Mid-Century Modern Aluminum Group Model EA 116 Swivel Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller
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Mid-Century Modern Aluminum Group Model EA 116 Swivel Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller USA c. 1990s
Mid-Century Modern Aluminum Group Model EA 116 Swivel Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller USA c. 1990's
About: Introducing a rare vintage Model EA 116 Swivel Chair designed by Eames couple for their now iconic 'Aluminium Group'. Designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1958 the aluminum chair is one of the most outstanding and archetypal furniture designs of the 20th century. In great condition with slight signs of use this EA 116 Chair is perfect for collectors and designers alike searching for an authentic Herman Miller-made 116.
Charles (19071978) and Ray Eames (19121988) were American designers renowned for their groundbreaking contributions to architecture furniture and industrial design and manufacturing. They are best remembered for their Mid-Century Modern furniture built from innovative materials including molded plywood fiberglass-reinforced plastic and aluminum which offered consumers beautiful functional and inexpensive products.
Herman Miller was founded in 1905 as the Star Furniture Co. Initially the company produced furniture especially bedroom suites in historic revival styles. The company reformed as Herman Miller Inc. in 1960 and was then led by architect George Nelson who joined the firm as director of design in 1945. Over the next four decades Nelson influenced Herman Miller through both his personal designs and the designers that he recruited including Isamu Noguchi and Charles and Ray Eames.
As comfortable as it is iconic this Model EA 116 Swivel Chair features a custom-made headrest in a fabulous charcoal cotton fabric that is easily removed when not in use. Perfect for collectors and designers alike searching for an authentic Herman Miller 116 Chair this chair is ideal for both home and office settings. Make it yours today before it's gone forever.
Origin: United States of America
Proof: Signed
Period: 1990s
Material: Aluminum | Leather
State: As-Is (Tastefully Aged)
Condition Details: Save for a few minor leather repairs and an optional custom-made headrest this iconic Model EA 116 Swivel Chair is in original vintage condition! As mentioned the leather does show some signs of vintage wear such as a one inch-long rip a few small burns and surface scratches (all of which can be seen in the detail photos provided). With that said the leather is in overall very good shape.
The aluminum frame and armrests show only minor tarnishing and surface scratches which can be seen in the detail photos provided. The chair swivels 360 degrees exactly as designed and the headrest shown in photos is easily removed when not in use.
This iconic swivel chair is the epitome of comfort structurally sound and ready for a lifetime more of use.
Dimensions
Width: 24.5 in / 62.23 cm
Depth: 29 in / 73.66 cm
Height: 34.75 in / 88.27 cm
Seat Height: 14 in / 35.56 cm
Arm Height: 22 in / 55.88 cm

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Mid-Century Modern Aluminum Group Model EA 116 Swivel Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller

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