Exploded Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman on Exhibit in Henry Ford Museum, 2009
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Artifact Overview
This artistically suspended piece explores the complex way plywood, leather, and aluminum came together to form Charles and Ray Eames' innovative -- yet classic -- lounge chair and ottoman. The molded rosewood shell and plush upholstery achieve Charles' stated ambition to create the inviting look of a well-used baseball mitt.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Digital image
Date Made
13 February 2009
Subject Date
13 February 2009
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
EI.1929.3390
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Color
Multicolored
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