Description
Herman Miller Eames® Lounge Chair and Ottoman The Herman Miller Eames® Lounge Chair and Ottoman is one of the most celebrated achievements of modern furniture design. Introduced in 1956 and designed by Charles and Ray Eames, the chair redefined lounge seating by combining refined materials, ergonomic comfort, and sculptural presence into a single, enduring form. Still produced by Herman Miller today, this authentic Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman remains a benchmark for mid-century modern design and a lasting investment in craftsmanship and comfort. Design Heritage The Eames Lounge Chair was created with the intention of offering a lounge chair that felt inviting, relaxed, and luxurious without sacrificing modernist principles. Charles and Ray Eames famously described the goal as capturing “the warm, receptive look of a well-used first baseman’s mitt.” Unlike earlier molded plywood designs, this chair was conceived as a premium, long-lasting piece-one that emphasized comfort through proportion, materials, and form rather than mechanical adjustments. Its continuous production for more than six decades speaks to both its cultural significance and its enduring relevance in contemporary interiors. Materials and Construction Each Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman is constructed using time-honored manufacturing techniques and premium materials: Molded 7-ply hardwood shells provide strength, flexibility, and visual warmth Individually upholstered cushions deliver deep, supportive comfort Die-cast aluminum base and back braces ensure structural integrity Precision craftsmanship allows for long-term durability and serviceability Every component is designed to work together as a system, balancing structure and softness while maintaining the chair’s iconic silhouette. Comfort and Ergonomics The comfort of the Eames Lounge Chair comes from its carefully engineered proportions rather than adjustable mechanisms. The angled seat and molded shells naturally su
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