Eames Fiberglass DAW Armchair

Product Description

Charles & Ray Eames' Fiberglass Chairs first appeared on the design scene in the mid-1950s. Prior to this, Fiberglass had never been used in a residential capacity and the Eames' experiments represented the first foray into this wonderfully tactile material. The chairs that followed were emblematic of all that was magical about the 50s. The fiberglass captured the spirit of innovation and optimism that was rife in mid-century America while the cheerful colours brought new energy to the somewhat controlled interiors of the 40s. Production was phased out in the 1990s, due to technological complications and an inability to keep up with other more ecological materials. Today, innovative production systems mean these issues have been resolved, and the Fiberglass Chairs are now available for a new generation to enjoy.

Materials & Finishes

The Fiberglass DAW Armchair's seat shell is crafted from dyed through glass fibre polyester (fibreglass). The wood is available in maple or ash with cross wire struts. Not stackable.

Dimensions

W 62.5 x D 60 x H 83 cm (Seat Height: 43 cm)

Delivery Times

6-8 weeks

Additional Information

Not all Vitra products are available to buy online. However, the full range can be ordered via our London based showroom. For more information, or to discuss the Chaplins Price Promise, please call 020 8421 1779 or use our handy live chat feature to speak with a design expert immediately.

Year of design

1950

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Charles Eames studied in Missouri, and attended Washington University where he concentrated his attention on engineering and architecture. Ray Kaiser Eames studied painting with Hams Hofmann in New York and then enrolled to Cranbrook Academy where she collaborated with the famous designers Charles and Eero Saarinen.

The married artists are considered to be the most important American designers of the previous century. Their work expanded to architecture, furniture design, industrial design, manufacturing, and photographic arts. Their contribution to these sectors has been highly admired and exposed around the globe.

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Vitra is a Swiss designer on a global mission to transform offices and homes into powerful, creative sanctuaries. Home of the iconic Eames Lounge Chair, Vitra has a long history of collaborating with some of the world's most exciting designers, past and present. Guardians of good style and soul-stirring design, Vitra furniture ensures vibrant living spaces through a mix of old and new, high and low, classic and contemporary. Lifelong quality and gorgeous aesthetics have been their constants since the 1950s. Explore our wonderful collection of Vitra furniture including Vitra lighting and Vitra Office Chairs.

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