description Eames Lounge Chair Overview
The Eames Lounge Chair is a lounge chair and ottoman designed by Charles and Ray Eames and introduced in 1956 by Herman Miller. Its construction combines molded plywood shells, leather upholstery, and a metal base, creating a form associated with postwar American modernism. The chair is intended for residential and office interiors, and licensed versions have been produced for different markets, including Europe.
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Why does the Eames Lounge Chair have molded plywood shells?
Charles and Ray Eames used molded plywood to create the chair's curved back and seat shells, a defining feature of the 1956 design. The shells are paired with leather cushions and an aluminum base.
What are the Eames 670 and 671?
The Eames 670 is the lounge chair and the Eames 671 is its matching ottoman. Together they form the familiar reclining set released by Herman Miller and Vitra in 1956.
Who still manufactures the Eames Lounge Chair?
Herman Miller produces the chair in the United States, while Vitra manufactures it for many international markets. Both companies continue the design associated with Charles and Ray Eames rather than treating it as a modern reproduction.
What is special about the Eames Lounge Chair's five-star base?
The five-star aluminum base lets the chair swivel while supporting the molded plywood shell. Its combination of plywood veneer, leather upholstery, and a reclining mechanism is central to the chair's mid-century design.
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