ICF - Charles Eames, Ray Eames - Office chair - EA108 - Aluminium, Leather
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Charles and Ray Eames, Aluminium Chair EA 108 with a swivel base and black leather upholstery, produced by ICF in Italy, circa 1980.
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Structural Rigidity: Aluminium Chair EA 108 Swivel – Design by Charles and Ray Eames – Production ICF (1980s)
We present at auction one of the highest expressions of American modernism and global industrial design: the Aluminium Chair, model EA 108, in its swivel-base and armchairs configuration. Conceived in 1958, this seating represents one of the greatest design successes of the 20th century, here offered in a prestigious and sought-after antique production by the Italian ICF, finished in polished aluminum and fine black leather.
Design and History: The Chair Suspension Revolution
The Aluminium Group line initially emerged to furnish the outdoor spaces of the private residence of the celebrated art collector J. Irwin Miller in Columbus, Indiana, challenging the construction norms of the period:
The Self-Supporting Panel: Charles and Ray Eames definitively abandoned the concept of a closed-shell or monoblock seat. The project rests on a brilliant engineering intuition: to tension a continuous sheet of leather between two lateral aluminum profiles, transforming the upholstery itself into an elastic structural element.
Natural Ergonomics: Even without complex, heavy padding, the chair dynamically adapts to the lines and weight of the human body, offering postural comfort and flexibility that remains unsurpassed.
Purity of Lines: The EA 108 model stands out for its mid-height back and the sinuous geometric arms. The visual transparency of the structure makes this armchair a versatile piece of absolute elegance, ideal for formal meeting rooms, executive offices, or refined domestic settings.
Lot Conditions: Conservational State and Maintenance
- This original piece, dating from the 1980s, comes from the historic Italian manufacture ICF and is presented in excellent general condition:
- Frame and Metals: The polished aluminum chassis and the distinctive 5-spoke swivel base (with feet at the ends) are perfectly solid, robust, and stable. The metal retains its natural inherent luster, showing only minimal and normal signs of time consistent with the object's age.
- Black Leather Upholstery: The fine black leather upholstery is structurally intact, well-tensioned, and free of cuts or tears. The surface has been carefully cleaned, sanitized, and professionally hydrated with specific nourishing products, which revived its softness and the depth of the original color, showing only slight and charming traces of life.
- Mechanics: The rotational movement on the central pin is smooth, steady, and free of structural play.
Dimensions
Width: 58 cm
Depth: 59 cm
Height: 83 cm
Seat height: 40 cm
The Designers: Charles and Ray Eames
A cornerstone couple of 20th-century design, Charles and Ray Eames managed to fuse artistic exploration, functional ergonomics, and the logic of mass production like no other. Through scientific experimentation with materials—from curved plywood to plastics, up to aluminum alloys—they signed furnishings that withstood changing fashions, becoming timeless museum icons of modern living.
The Manufacturer: ICF (Industria Componenti per l'Arredamento)
Founded in Italy, ICF was for decades one of the few companies in the world to hold the official license to produce and distribute the Aluminium Group within the national territory for the Eames', in collaboration with the ICF workshop, which is historically celebrated by collectors for its extremely high-quality standards, impeccable metal fusion work, and faithful fidelity to the original designs, qualities that make these vintage pieces collectible items likely to maintain stable value over time.
Shipping and Insurance
Our company ORVETT includes shipping insurance in the indicated shipping costs.
Seller's Story
ORVETT is your preferred destination to discover and acquire the best of Italian design, from iconic creations of the 1950s to the present day. We are passionate about both masterpieces recognized by the general public and the most sought-after rarities, selecting each piece with the utmost care.
With over thirty years of experience in the industry, our dedicated team meticulously prepares each item, ensuring it is presented at its best. Our mission goes beyond simply offering extraordinary design pieces: we are committed to providing excellent customer service.
Clear and timely communication, professional packaging, safe transportation, and efficient after-sales service are the pillars of our commitment. We aim to build lasting trust with our buyers worldwide, knowing that a satisfied customer is a customer who will return to choose ORVETT.
Translated by Google TranslateStructural Rigidity: Aluminium Chair EA 108 Swivel – Design by Charles and Ray Eames – Production ICF (1980s)
We present at auction one of the highest expressions of American modernism and global industrial design: the Aluminium Chair, model EA 108, in its swivel-base and armchairs configuration. Conceived in 1958, this seating represents one of the greatest design successes of the 20th century, here offered in a prestigious and sought-after antique production by the Italian ICF, finished in polished aluminum and fine black leather.
Design and History: The Chair Suspension Revolution
The Aluminium Group line initially emerged to furnish the outdoor spaces of the private residence of the celebrated art collector J. Irwin Miller in Columbus, Indiana, challenging the construction norms of the period:
The Self-Supporting Panel: Charles and Ray Eames definitively abandoned the concept of a closed-shell or monoblock seat. The project rests on a brilliant engineering intuition: to tension a continuous sheet of leather between two lateral aluminum profiles, transforming the upholstery itself into an elastic structural element.
Natural Ergonomics: Even without complex, heavy padding, the chair dynamically adapts to the lines and weight of the human body, offering postural comfort and flexibility that remains unsurpassed.
Purity of Lines: The EA 108 model stands out for its mid-height back and the sinuous geometric arms. The visual transparency of the structure makes this armchair a versatile piece of absolute elegance, ideal for formal meeting rooms, executive offices, or refined domestic settings.
Lot Conditions: Conservational State and Maintenance
- This original piece, dating from the 1980s, comes from the historic Italian manufacture ICF and is presented in excellent general condition:
- Frame and Metals: The polished aluminum chassis and the distinctive 5-spoke swivel base (with feet at the ends) are perfectly solid, robust, and stable. The metal retains its natural inherent luster, showing only minimal and normal signs of time consistent with the object's age.
- Black Leather Upholstery: The fine black leather upholstery is structurally intact, well-tensioned, and free of cuts or tears. The surface has been carefully cleaned, sanitized, and professionally hydrated with specific nourishing products, which revived its softness and the depth of the original color, showing only slight and charming traces of life.
- Mechanics: The rotational movement on the central pin is smooth, steady, and free of structural play.
Dimensions
Width: 58 cm
Depth: 59 cm
Height: 83 cm
Seat height: 40 cm
The Designers: Charles and Ray Eames
A cornerstone couple of 20th-century design, Charles and Ray Eames managed to fuse artistic exploration, functional ergonomics, and the logic of mass production like no other. Through scientific experimentation with materials—from curved plywood to plastics, up to aluminum alloys—they signed furnishings that withstood changing fashions, becoming timeless museum icons of modern living.
The Manufacturer: ICF (Industria Componenti per l'Arredamento)
Founded in Italy, ICF was for decades one of the few companies in the world to hold the official license to produce and distribute the Aluminium Group within the national territory for the Eames', in collaboration with the ICF workshop, which is historically celebrated by collectors for its extremely high-quality standards, impeccable metal fusion work, and faithful fidelity to the original designs, qualities that make these vintage pieces collectible items likely to maintain stable value over time.
Shipping and Insurance
Our company ORVETT includes shipping insurance in the indicated shipping costs.
Seller's Story
ORVETT is your preferred destination to discover and acquire the best of Italian design, from iconic creations of the 1950s to the present day. We are passionate about both masterpieces recognized by the general public and the most sought-after rarities, selecting each piece with the utmost care.
With over thirty years of experience in the industry, our dedicated team meticulously prepares each item, ensuring it is presented at its best. Our mission goes beyond simply offering extraordinary design pieces: we are committed to providing excellent customer service.
Clear and timely communication, professional packaging, safe transportation, and efficient after-sales service are the pillars of our commitment. We aim to build lasting trust with our buyers worldwide, knowing that a satisfied customer is a customer who will return to choose ORVETT.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Italy
Manufacturer/brand
ICF
Model
EA108
Designer/artist/maker
Charles Eames, Ray Eames
Material
Aluminium, Leather
Style
Design
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
83 cm
Width
58 cm
Depth
59 cm
Estimated period
circa 1980
Seating height
40 cm
