REPLICA EAMES LOUNGE CHAIR WOOD
American Walnut CODE: CE-LC-CH3 $150
American Designers Charles and Ray Eames in their search for a ‘better way’ developed an innovative technique for moulding plywood and in doing so created this iconic piece of furniture that continues to impress today. Moulding thin sheets of lightweight veneer into gently curved shapes gave hard wood a soft and inviting look.
The aesthetic integrity, enduring charm, and comfort of the chairs earned them recognition from Time magazine as The Best Design of the 20th Century. Time called the design "something elegant, light and comfortable.
This designer chair will add a designer touch to any room.
This is a Timeless Furniture Co Reproduction of the original design.
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions
56cm W x 71cm H x 58cm D
Materials
Form pressed continuous 5 & 8 plywood, real wood outer veneer, rubber shock mounts
GENERAL
Due to the inherent nature of natural timber and wood veneers, grains and colours may vary slightly. These unique characteristics of timber and wood should be appreciated.
The seat and back are made from quality 5-ply moulded plywood, while the legs are made from 8-ply plywood for added strength. Rubbershock mounts are incorporated to absorb pressure and allows ergonomics.
This item is handmade and can be purchased flat packed or fully assembled.
Suitable just about anywhere — from homes and offices to schools and public sitting areas
Suitable for commercial use.
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THE DESIGNER
Charles Eames (1907-1978) and Ray Eames (1914-1988)
Charles and Ray are best known for their groundbreaking contributions to both furniture design and architecture.
Charles attended Washington University on scholarship for two years before the university reportedly dropped him because of his “too modern” views. He then began working in an architectural office and in 1930 opened his own architectural office extending his design ideas beyond architecture, before receiving a fellowship to Cranbrook Academy of Art in Michigan, where he later became the head of the design department.
In 1946, Evans Products Company began producing the Eameses’ moulded plywood furniture. Their moulded plywood chair was called “the chair of the century” by the influential architectural critic Esther McCoy.
Shortly after production was taken over by Herman Miller, Inc., who continues to produce the furniture in the United States today, including the world-renowned Eames lounge chair, now in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York.
In 1949, Charles and Ray designed and built their own home in California. Their design and innovative use of materials made the House a mecca for architects and designers from around the globe.
"something elegant, light and comfortable"