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An exceptionally early example of the iconic Eames LCM Lounge Chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller and dating to approximately 1952. This chair is particularly significant for its experimental lower-frame construction: distinctive metal brackets reinforce the bottom crossbar, a short-lived detail believed to have been used only during 1952.
The molded plywood seat and back are executed in beautifully figured calico ash, an uncommon veneer distinguished by its warm golden color and expressive natural grain. The separate molded shells appear to float above the slender chromed-steel base, creating the visual lightness and sculptural profile that made the LCM one of the defining achievements of postwar American design.
Additional early-production details include the original shock mounts with small diagnostic holes, which remain in good condition. The chrome base is exceptionally well preserved, retaining a bright, reflective finish with remarkably little wear for a chair of this age.
More than a celebrated mid-century modern lounge chair, this is a scarce transitional Eames production example documenting the continued refinement and experimentation behind the Molded Plywood Group. Its rare veneer, unusual 1952 frame braces, early mounting system, and outstanding original condition make it especially compelling for the serious Eames or Herman Miller collector.
Condition
The chair presents beautifully and retains important early components. The calico ash shells show gentle vintage wear and surface marks consistent with age, while preserving their warm color and distinctive grain. The early shock mounts remain in good condition. The chromed-steel base is in exceptional condition with a strong, lustrous finish. Please refer to the photographs for a detailed view of the chair’s condition and early construction features.
Dimensions: Standard size
Why We Love It
The LCM is already one of the most recognizable silhouettes in American modernism, but this circa-1952 example offers something far more unusual: a brief experimental frame detail, rare calico ash veneer, early shock mounts, and Domes of Silence. It is the kind of historically significant variation that reveals the evolution of an icon—and a chair that rewards close inspection from every angle.
An exceptionally early example of the iconic Eames LCM Lounge Chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller and dating to approximately 1952. This chair is particularly significant for its experimental lower-frame construction: distinctive metal brackets reinforce the bottom crossbar, a short-lived detail believed to have been used only during 1952.
The molded plywood seat and back are executed in beautifully figured calico ash, an uncommon veneer distinguished by its warm golden color and expressive natural grain. The separate molded shells appear to float above the slender chromed-steel base, creating the visual lightness and sculptural profile that made the LCM one of the defining achievements of postwar American design.
Additional early-production details include the original shock mounts with small diagnostic holes, which remain in good condition. The chrome base is exceptionally well preserved, retaining a bright, reflective finish with remarkably little wear for a chair of this age.
More than a celebrated mid-century modern lounge chair, this is a scarce transitional Eames production example documenting the continued refinement and experimentation behind the Molded Plywood Group. Its rare veneer, unusual 1952 frame braces, early mounting system, and outstanding original condition make it especially compelling for the serious Eames or Herman Miller collector.
Condition
The chair presents beautifully and retains important early components. The calico ash shells show gentle vintage wear and surface marks consistent with age, while preserving their warm color and distinctive grain. The early shock mounts remain in good condition. The chromed-steel base is in exceptional condition with a strong, lustrous finish. Please refer to the photographs for a detailed view of the chair’s condition and early construction features.
Dimensions: Standard size
Why We Love It
The LCM is already one of the most recognizable silhouettes in American modernism, but this circa-1952 example offers something far more unusual: a brief experimental frame detail, rare calico ash veneer, early shock mounts, and Domes of Silence. It is the kind of historically significant variation that reveals the evolution of an icon—and a chair that rewards close inspection from every angle.
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Wood Care
Keep the furniture in a cool, dry place
Avoid furniture's direct exposure to rain, sun or wind
Avoid placing hot objects directly on the piece to prevent undesirable marks or permanent circles.
Avoid placing objects that may cause scratches to the surface
Clean using water only in small quantities and apply it with soft, damp cloth
After damp cloth wipe with a soft, dry cloth
You can use other liquids that are especially for cleaning wood furniture. Take into account the type of wood and follow the manufacturer's instructions
Upholstery Care
Do not expose directly to sunlight to provide greater durability colors
Exchange both side pads, the seat and backrest, to obtain uniform wear
Shake the cushions regularly to remove dust and to maintain the stability of the form
Clean regularly with a vacuum cleaner in good condition
Use a textile fabric cleaning substance according to and following the manufacturer's instructions
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