Parchment Herman Miller Original Vintage Eames DSW Side Shell Chair

Product Description

Where can an original, parchment Eames for Herman Miller side chair on a used oak DSW base be used? The versatility of the vintage shell chair says anywhere. Parchment is the perfect neutral colour for any colour scheme and with its used light oak base, it is a great example of a statement piece and iconic design.

The success of these chairs has been proven by the continuous production time they have seen. From their origin in the 1950s, new bases, upholstered variants and even adapted variants such as the La Fonda ensured these chairs have cemented themselves in the history books with their iconic and versatile design. Upholstered versions were introduced in the late 1950s when Alexander Girard was commissioned to help design them and new bases found their way under the shells over the many years they have been produced.

Individual Characteristics

The shell has led a little bit of a harder life and does display a crack in one area; further pictures are available upon request. The colour of the shell, however, has remained prominent.

The base is slightly lighter than is depicted in the images, further pics of the shell and base can be provided upon request.

Investment Details

The investment value of the shell top series depends upon many factors such as the age of the shell, the age of the base, the rarity of the shell colour, the factory of origin and, of course, the condition. With the chair being a little more used, it would make for a great first piece to help spurn that collectors interest.