Charles and Ray Eames originally designed their Molded Plastic chairs in metal in 1948 and later changed the material to fiberglass in 1950 and now polypropylene, continually updating based on new materials. Their goal was for the chair design to evolve as materials advanced. While Charles was dissatisfied with the fiberglass version, the matte finish he desired was finally achieved after his death using new materials. The deep seat and waterfall edge of the Eames chair keep the sitter comfortable.

1. Description
Charles and Ray Eames believed that “design is a method of action,” and they
continually updated their work as new materials became available. Their
Molded Plastic chairs were originally designed in metal and entered as a
prototype in MoMA’s 1948 International Competition for Low-Cost Furniture
Design. They then changed the material to fiberglass in 1950, and today the
chairs are made of recyclable polypropylene. Charles was dissatisfied with the
fiberglass, and it wasn’t until after his death that the matte finish he desired
was achieved, thanks to advances in materials. “The chair that Charles and
Ray were designing,” explains grandson Eames Demetrios, “is the chair that’s
made tomorrow.” The deep seat pocket and waterfall seat edge keep you
comfortable by reducing pressure on the backs of thighs. This is an authentic
chair by Herman Miller, Inc. Eames is a licensed trademark of Herman Miller.
Made in U.S.A.
DSW stands for dining height, side chair with wood base.
Dimensions
Materials
Injection-molded batch-dyed recyclable polypropylene; walnut, maple, ebony-
stained ash or white ash dowels; black or white powder-coated or chrome-
plated steel base.
Eames® Molded Plastic Dowel-Leg Side
Chair (DSW)
Designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman
Miller®
$439.00
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$439.00
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H 31.75" W 18" D 21" Seat H
17.25"