Herman Miller - Charles & Ray Eames - Armchair (3) - DAT - PVC

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Three Herman Miller Eames fiberglass shell dining chairs by Charles & Ray Eames, circa 1950s–60s, with light gray shells, aluminium four-star bases and intact hardware; two are in good condition with normal patina, while the third shows a stitching crack in the seat pad fabric and minor surface marks.

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Three Eames Fiberglass Shell Chairs – Herman Miller, 1950s–60s

An authentic set of three Herman Miller Eames shell chairs: the archetypal mid-century seat that redefined modern dining. Molded fiberglass shells, aluminum four-star bases, period-correct construction.

The Design:
Charles and Ray Eames' shell chair (1950) remains one of the most influential furniture designs ever realized. The organic, single-form fiberglass shell is ergonomically superior to its wood-based predecessors; the four-star base provides stability without visual bulk. These are not replicas—they carry the Herman Miller stamp, visible on the underside.

Condition & Transparency:
Two chairs are in good condition with normal patina. The third chair shows:

One stitching crack in the seat pad fabric (visible in images); structurally sound, cosmetic issue
A second chair has surface marks and minor scuffing in the pleather covering, consistent with age and use

All three shells are structurally intact, bases are solid and stable, and the chairs function perfectly as seating. The wear is honest—these are lived-in pieces with character, not museum pieces.

Materials & Details:
Molded fiberglass shells in light gray. Upholstered seat pads (pleather/vinyl blend, period-typical). Aluminum bases with plastic glides. Original hardware intact.

For the Collector:
A functional set at an authentic price point. Perfect for a dining table that prioritizes design legacy over pristine condition, or as a starting point for reupholstering. Sets of three are harder to find than singles.

Three Eames Fiberglass Shell Chairs – Herman Miller, 1950s–60s

An authentic set of three Herman Miller Eames shell chairs: the archetypal mid-century seat that redefined modern dining. Molded fiberglass shells, aluminum four-star bases, period-correct construction.

The Design:
Charles and Ray Eames' shell chair (1950) remains one of the most influential furniture designs ever realized. The organic, single-form fiberglass shell is ergonomically superior to its wood-based predecessors; the four-star base provides stability without visual bulk. These are not replicas—they carry the Herman Miller stamp, visible on the underside.

Condition & Transparency:
Two chairs are in good condition with normal patina. The third chair shows:

One stitching crack in the seat pad fabric (visible in images); structurally sound, cosmetic issue
A second chair has surface marks and minor scuffing in the pleather covering, consistent with age and use

All three shells are structurally intact, bases are solid and stable, and the chairs function perfectly as seating. The wear is honest—these are lived-in pieces with character, not museum pieces.

Materials & Details:
Molded fiberglass shells in light gray. Upholstered seat pads (pleather/vinyl blend, period-typical). Aluminum bases with plastic glides. Original hardware intact.

For the Collector:
A functional set at an authentic price point. Perfect for a dining table that prioritizes design legacy over pristine condition, or as a starting point for reupholstering. Sets of three are harder to find than singles.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
5 kg
Plastic type
PVC
Number of objects
3
Country of origin
United States
Manufacturer/brand
Herman Miller
Model
DAT
Designer/artist/maker
Charles & Ray Eames
Material
Aluminium, Metal, PVC, Plastic
Style
Mid-century modern
Colour
Black, Grey, Silver, White
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
70 cm
Width
50 cm
Depth
50 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
Sold by
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Object sold
Private

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