Eames Meeting chair

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The Eames High-Back Office Chair: Where Executive Comfort Meets Iconic Design

The Eames High-Back Office Chair, officially known as the Eames Executive Chair, is a landmark design that redefined comfort and style in the workplace. Introduced in the late 1950s by the legendary design duo Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, it masterfully translated the principles of their iconic lounge chair into a new form tailored for the executive office.

Design Philosophy: Human-Centered Ergonomics
Charles and Ray Eames believed that a chair should serve the person sitting in it. The High-Back Chair was their solution for prolonged seated work. Its core design is not about imposing authority, but about providing a "special refuge" that supports focus and well-being throughout the workday. The enveloping high back and contoured shape were designed to offer unparalleled support for the back and head.

Signature Features & Craftsmanship
The chair's identity is defined by several key elements:

  • Molded Shell: Like its lounge chair counterpart, it features a sleek, continuous shell. While early models used molded fiberglass, premium versions are often upholstered in sumptuous full-grain leather, showcasing first-class craftsmanship.

  • Advanced Cushioning: The chair is meticulously padded, often with high-resiliency foam, to provide cloud-like comfort that doesn't bottom out. The combination of the rigid shell and plush cushioning creates a perfect balance of support and softness.

  • Polished Aluminum Base: It rests on a elegant, swiveling polished aluminum base, typically with a five-star configuration, ensuring stability and easy movement.

  • The "Time-Life" Styling: Its distinctive, enveloping profile became iconic after being specified for the Time & Life Building in New York, cementing its status as the chair for high-powered executives.

A Lasting Legacy
The Eames High-Back Office Chair broke away from the rigid, boxy office furniture of its time. It introduced a new standard of comfort and aesthetic sophistication to the corporate world. Today, it remains a highly sought-after classic, valued by designers and professionals for its timeless look, ergonomic intelligence, and its statement of refined taste.

In short, it is more than an executive chair; it is a piece of design history that continues to make the workplace more humane and beautiful.

 

Contact surface genuine leather, aluminum alloy electroplated accessories, sliding wheel.

Size: 570*600*900

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