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. Todays 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. #13; 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. Back to #13; 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 Back to #13; Dimensions: *Height: 32.75″ *Width: 19″ *Depth: 21.25″ *Seat Height: 18.5″ Back to #13;