Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Model 670/671

Charles Eames (American, 1907–1978) · Gardena · designed 1956, manufactured c. 1958

Following their market appearance in 1956, this chair and ottoman became the preeminent status symbol in interior furnishings. This example was purchased by the original owners for a house they built between 1957 and 1959 near Pasadena, Texas. Features of its early production date are the shiny leather and the single-piece rosewood veneers.

Medium

Molded plywood with rosewood veneers, cast aluminum, black leather-covered latex foam and down upholstery

Dimensions

33.5 x 33.5 x 31.3 in. (85.1 x 85.1 x 79.4 cm)

Accession

2003.7.1a-b

Credit line

Gift of Randall Garrett, B.A. 1972, M.A. 1975