Herman Miller Eames Plywood Dining Chair with Metal Legs
by Charles & Ray EamesCharles and Ray Eames established their long and legendary relationship with Herman Miller in 1946 with the boldly original molded plywood dining chair. Since then, the aesthetic integrity, enduring charm and comfort of the chairs have earned them recognition as the best of modern design. Vibrant colors refresh the palette and recall the times when the chairs were originally introduced. 29.5" h x 20.5" w x 20.5" d Distinctive Design
Sculpted form. Molding thin sheets of lightweight veneer into gently curved shapes gives the hard material a soft, inviting appearance. Leg choice. Wood or chrome-plated steel. A Shape That Sits Well
Natural contours. The five-ply seat and back are designed to comfortably fit the body. Shock mounts. Made of resilient natural rubber to absorb movement. Design Story
In the early 1940s, when Charles Eames was working on MGM set designs, he would return to the small apartment where he and his wife, Ray, were experimenting with wood-molding techniques that would have profound effects on the design world. Their discoveries led to a commission from the U.S. Navy in 1942 to develop plywood splints, stretchers, and glider shells molded under heat and pressure. After World War II, they adapted the technology to create inexpensive, high-quality chairs that could be mass-produced. The process eliminated the extraneous wood needed to connect the seat with the back, which reduced the weight and visual profile of the chair and established a basis for modern furniture design. The chair is in the permanent collection of New York's Museum of Modern Art.
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