Eames® Wire Chair

Designed by Charles and Ray Eames
In 1951, Charles and Ray Eames met the challenge of making a reasonably priced, quality chair that was light yet strong. Their solution - the Eames Wire Chair - featured a sculpted look, comfort, and practicality. It was an immediate hit. Today's versions remain true to the original design, materials, and detailing.

The Eameses molded the seat of cross-woven wires and positioned it on a bent-wire, welded base that reminded some reviewers of the Eiffel Tower. The resulting airy silhouette adds interest - and functional seating - to residences and workplaces.

The Design:

• In the early 1950s, the Eames office investigated bent and welded wire as the basis for furniture. Inspired by trays, dress forms, and baskets, the office developed a variety of pieces, including Eames Wire Chairs.
  
  
• They made the rim of the chair a lighter-gauge wire and doubled it for stability to achieve strength requirements, an organic shape, and cost restraints. This advance won them the first American mechanical patent for design.
  
  
• The chair was marketed by Herman Miller until 1967 and reintroduced in 2001.

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Features at a Glance:

• Historic Design
  
  
  • Airy silhouette
  • Seat is made of cross-woven wires
  • Bent-wire, welded base is also known as the "Eiffel Tower" base
  • Organic shape fits the contours of the body
  • Chrome finish on seat and base
  • Sturdy and easy to move
  • Cross-weaving only where strength is required to keep the chair lightweight
  • Standard glides feature a durable plastic bottom
  • Glides are also available with felt bottoms to protect bare floors

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  Dimensions:
  
  

  • Height: 32.75"
  • Width: 19"
  • Depth: 21.25"
  • Seat Height: 18.5"
  
  
  
  
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  For additional information please view the Herman Miller Finish Care and Fabric Care information as provided directly by the manufacturer.

  Why Buy From Us?

  • The Eames Wire Base Chair is offered as a Specialty Order Item in order to accommodate complete customization.
  • CSN Stores stand behind our 100% Price-Match Guarantee on all Herman Miller products.
  • CSN Stores also back a 12-Year Manufacturer Warranty. Should you experience any problems with your Eames Wire Base Chair, Herman Miller will cover the cost of fixing it for you.
  • Also, should you discover shortly after receiving your Eames Wire Base Chair that parts are either damaged or missing, please call us immediately, and we will be happy to send you replacement parts as soon as possible and at no additional cost.
  • No sales tax, except on orders shipped to Massachusetts