This entry was made of metal rather than fiberglass but the possibilities for the design were unmistakable.
Herman miller eames shell side chair.
However when the environmental risks associated with fiberglass production became more widely understood herman miller reintroduced the molded plastic side chair in 100 percent recyclable polypropylene.
Charles and ray eames realized their first successful single shell form in 1950 with the molded fiberglass shell chair.
Armchair and side chair shells can be fully upholstered in a variety of textiles.
The eames shell chair design by charles and ray eames extends to a diverse family of dining chairs side chairs rocking chairs and stools.
Side chair shells can be specified with an upholstered seat pad.
Charles and ray eames first designed the ever popular shell chair for moma s 1948 international competition for low cost furniture design.
However when the environmental risks associated with fiberglass production became more widely understood herman miller reintroduced the molded plastic side chair in 100 percent recyclable polypropylene.
The eye catching design was part of the first series of side chairs developed from 1951 and due to its fabulous construction would soon be labelled the eiffel chair for it s resemblance to the famous parisian tower.
Eames molded plastic chairs are available as side chairs or armchairs and in a choice of colors including archival or new options.
Charles and ray eames realized their first successful single shell form in 1950 with the molded fiberglass shell chair.
A choice of bases rounds out your customization options.
The wooden dowel legs add sophistication and warmth to this staple of modern living.
The eames shell chair may be charles and ray eames most versatile.
Made with a completely recyclable polypropylene this durable version of the classic eames shell chair has a subtle matte texture and like all shell chairs a simple gracious form that fits any body and every place.
Part of the eames plastic chair series the abbreviated eames dsr chair stands for dining d height side s chair on rod r base.
By 1951 herman miller was making an armless side chair version that is still in production today proving that classic design never goes out of.