20th Century Design Online
Description:
Ray (1912-1988) and Charles Eames (1907-1978) for Herman Miller DSS-N Stacking and Ganging Chairs, Zeeland, Michigan, c. 1965, dark brown vinyl upholstery, fiberglass, zinc, and nylon glides, most with maker's patent label, ht. 32, wd. 23 1/2, dp. 20 in.
Note: Bernice Alexandra "Ray" Kaiser and Charles Ormond Eames Jr. were married American industrial designers who made significant historical contributions to the development of modern furniture. Charles was the public face of the Eames office, but Ray and Charles worked together as creative partners and employed a diverse creative staff. In 1958, Herman Miller officially began mass production of Eames designs in Zeeland, Michigan. Today, Herman Miller, along with European counterpart Vitra, remain the only licensed manufacturers of Eames furniture and products.
Estimate $500-700
Wear consistent with age and use. One chair with edge of upholstery worn through. Some replaced guides. One guide with missing foot.
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
Herman Miller, Vitra, Ray, Charles Ormond Eames Jr., Bernice Alexandra, Bernice Alexandra "Ray" Kaiser, Zeeland20th Century Design
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