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Early 3rd Generation Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Brazilian Rosewood

Creator: Charles & Ray Eames -Herman Miller
Offered by: Hobbs Modern

Description
Early 3rd Generation Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Brazilian Rosewood & Green Leather

A beautiful early 3rd-generation Eames Lounge Chair in Brazilian rosewood and new Moss Green leather—overall this is a well-kept example and showing exactly the kind of gentle life we love to see. Richly figured rosewood shells, prized for its dramatic grain, depth of color, and natural luster. Here, the veneer displays warm auburn and chocolate tones that look amazing with the moss green leather. This chair has not been restored, it has a very even patina and has no damage on the shells. It is very rare that a chair is in such good condition as is.

Why this example matters
“Early 3rd Gen” is a sweet spot for collectors: it keeps several second-generation details while moving into later production refinements. Key identifiers on this chair include:
Rosewood shells with striking, book-matched grain
Brass bushings at the back supports (retained from Gen 2 before the switch to plastic)
Rectangular cushion clips
Foam & leather upholstery (factory spec for this period)
Original shock mounts present and functionally sound

Condition
Overall: Excellent vintage condition, fully functional and comfortable.
Leather: New Cushions in full aniline leather in moss green leather. We can also put this chair in classic Black Leather at no additional cost.
Shells: Rosewood presents with lively highly figured grain and depth; edges and finish are clean with light age-appropriate wear.
Hardware / mounts: Solid shock mounts and swivel operate smoothly.
Chair retains Herman miller labels on both the ottoman and chair.
Contact us if you would like to purchase the chair in classic Black Leather or another color. We can make that happen.

Design notes
The Eames Lounge Chair is the benchmark of American Mid-Century design—comfort engineered like a machine, finished like fine cabinetry. This early 3rd-Gen. example reads warm and architectural: the rosewood chatoyancy lights up under soft daylight, while the tan leather keeps the silhouette relaxed and residential.

Dimensions
Standard Eames Lounge dimensions.

Shipping
White-glove nationwide and international freight available. Professionally packed and insured.

Finish / Tone
Semi- Gloss

Upholstery
Full Aniline Leather- Moss Green

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	United States
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Rosewood, Maple Bent Plywood, Full Aniline Leather
Condition:	Excellent restored condition
Creation Date:	1970's
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	840750

Message from Seller:

FURNITURE SHOULD BE FUNCTIONAL ART, YOUR HOME SHOULD BE THE PERFECT RETREAT. Hobbs Modern is the premier mid century modern furniture dealer in San Diego, CA. We hand-select and curate each piece of our inventory which represents the iconic and exemplary Danish, American, and Brazilian vintage modern design with a relentless pursuit of restoration perfection and historical accuracy. Our passion is to breathe new life into vintage pieces. We ship nationwide.