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Herman Miller Eames® Molded Plastic Side Chair
 
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Product Overview:

Herman Miller Eames Molded Plastic Side Chair with Four-Legged Base
by Charles AND Ray Eames

Charles and Ray Eames adapted molding techniques developed during World War II to mass produce this classic piece. These molded plastic armchairs are true to the originals and are fully authentic, with updated materials to meet environmental requirements. Their enduring forms and quality construction make them comfortable, durable performers. Commonly known as the DSS Molded Plastic Chair.

Dimensions: 9.875" h x 18.5" w x 22" d

See the entire Molded Plastic Chair Collection.

Molded Plastic Side Chair

4-legged base, flexible back, waterfall edges and chrome legs. Stackable up to 14 high for easy storage.

Landmark Design
Organic shapes. A clean, simple form sculpted to fit the body; first presented at the Museum of Modern Art in 1948.

Popular today. The chairs have achieved a pervasive presence that proves the staying power of good design.

Thoughtful Engineering
Friendly to the earth. Shells are recyclable polypropylene.

Integral color. The shell is dyed throughout so colors remain vibrant even after years of hard use.

Cushioned contact. For extended comfort, the shell is connected to the base by rubber shock mounts.

Glide options. The standard glide is also available with felt to protect hard-surface floors.

Design Story
New materials, especially those that held promise for doing more with less, fascinated Charles and Ray Eames throughout their careers. Their fascination led to inventive modern furniture, such as the molded plastic chair. Designed in 1948, it was the first plastic chair to be mass produced.

The current models looks exactly the same as the originals. They remain unupholstered, in keeping with the Eameses requirement that materials be expressed honestly and unselfconsciously. In fact, these were the first one-piece plastic chairs to be left uncovered.

At the same time, the chairs are better than ever. For example, the shell is now manufactured using more environmentally friendly, high-impact plastic.

The Herman Miller Molded Plastic Side Chair is also known by the following manufacturer Item Numbers: DSS.
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Read about the Plastic Chair Collection's Design.
Designerback to top
Charles and Ray EamesCharles and Ray Eames
Charles and Ray Eames are perhaps the most celebrated designers of the 20th century. Married in 1941, the Eames duo are responsible for some of the most critically acclaimed furniture designs of the modern era. Amongst their most famous designs are the molded plastic chair group and the soft pad chairs. Although they are most often remembered today for their furniture designs with partner Herman Miller, the Eameses engaged in artistic expression across a broad range of mediums- including architecture and filmmaking.

Read the entire design story behind the Molded Plastic Chairs.
About the Manufacturerback to top
Herman Miller Authorized Retailer

Herman Miller is an industry leader in the integration of cutting edge technology to furniture and other household items to make everyday life more comfortable, convenient, and stylish. Herman Miller stands out at the forefront of such fields as ergonomic technologies, environmentally friendly manufacturing processes, and customizable furniture items.

In addition to producing some of the most outstanding office furniture in the world, Herman Miller has also taken on the responsibility of manufacturing some of the most celebrated furniture designs by some of the world's most famous designs. These "modern classics" include works by Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson, and Isamu Noguchi. Herman Miller celebrates these famous mid-century designers' works through its extraordinarily precise manufacturing techniques and industry-leading green production processes.

Herman Miller is a global company with operations, sales offices, dealers, and licensees in more than 40 countries in North America, Asia/Pacific, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Latin America, serving customers virtually anywhere in the world. Herman Miller is headquartered in Zeeland, Michigan, while manufacturing facilities are located in the U.S., China, Italy, and the United Kingdom.
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Materials and Measurementsback to top
Eames Molded Plastic Chair DimensionsMaterials:
Single-piece shell with waterfall edges and molded polypropylene seat and flexible back. Metal base and legs.

Dimensions:
Overall: 29.875" h x 18.5" w x 22" d
Seat height: 16.25"

See the Molded Plastic Chair Colors page for a better look at available color options.
Environmental Informationback to top
The original chairs were made of fiberglass-infused plastic. Herman Miller now uses a more ecologically supportable material, recyclable polypropylene, for the shells.

For more information, see the Molded Plastic Chairs' full environmental summary
Shipping & Deliveryback to top
The Eames Molded Plastic Side Chair comes with free standard shipping for destinations within the contiguous United States.

Smart Furniture strives to maintain a number of plastic chair options in stock. For the most current in stock information, please call a Smart Furniture salesperson at 888-467-6278. Otherwise, molded plastic chairs arrive in 3-4 weeks from the date of purchase.

Shipping options:

  • Standard Freight (large truck): Free (recommended); includes curbside delivery
  • White Glove Delivery: Please call us at 888-762-7841 for a quote; includes delivery into your home, unpacking, 15 min. of assembly (if needed), and debris removal

Packaging:

  • Type: 1 box
  • Box dimensions: 22" x 22" x 32"
  • Packaged weight: 15 lbs.
  • Assembly required: None

For additional information, please see our shipping and delivery policies page.
Frequently Asked Questionsback to top
Warrantyback to top
The Eames Molded Plastic Side Chair comes with a 1-year manufacturer's warranty.
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