The great portfolio of Charles & Ray Eames is widely celebrated and serves as a model of inspiration for designers to this day. A momentous chapter in said portfolio is devoted to an important commission the Eames’ team received to design furniture for the Time Life Building in New York City which included a series of tables and most important; the Eames “Time Life” Executive Chair.

The Eames’ intentions were to capture the comfort of their popular Eames lounge chair in a more streamlined fashion using lessons learned from their Aluminum Group range. This model ES105 is one of the earliest of the suite. This iteration chair features a swivel base and is intended to be used as a lounge chair, pitched perfectly for optimal comfort. While Herman Miller continues to produce a contemporary desk chair version of this design, the shown 4-star base is often more desirable than the new base produced today, with this lounge version having since been discontinued completely. Thus this model ES105 Executive Lounge Chair is quite sought after.

We've chosen to retain this chair’s original Cognac leather, the material shows patina from years of use and appreciation, a look which simply cannot be replicated with new leather. The chair's arm pads have been newly restored in matching Italian suede. The aluminum hardware has been professionally polished to its original mirror finish, the contrast of patinated leather and brilliantly polished hardware is a handsome combination; resulting in an Eames' icon ready for yet another life. We are able to restore this piece with new material to one's desired aesthetic. If this is of interest please inquire for more information, cost, and to request swatches of material for review. While this chair is intended to be used as a lounge, we can include new chrome ball casters upon request, refer to last photograph for a visual of this option.

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Creator
Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1960

Materials
Original Leather, Italian Suede, & Polished Aluminum

Dimensions
28.5"W x 27.5"D x 30"H, 17"SH

Condition
Good. Professionally polished aluminum hardware and original leather with wear consistent with age and history.

Shipping
White Glove Delivery (quoted in cart)