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Early 3rd Generation Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Rosewood & Tan Leather

Creator: Charles & Ray Eames
Offered by: Hobbs Modern

Description
A beautifully honest, early 3rd-generation Eames Lounge Chair in Brazilian rosewood and tan leather—original, well-kept, and showing exactly the kind of gentle life we love to see. Very Dramatic wood grain.

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: Attractive, even patina to the tan hides; light, age-expected creasing.

Arms: Minor age-related checking/cracking at one arm edge (see photos).

Shells: Rosewood presents with lively figure and depth; edges and finish are clean with light wear.

Hardware / mounts: Solid shock mounts and swivel operate smoothly.

Prefer it “as-found”? Keep the character and patina. Want it renewed? Hobbs Modern can reupholster and refinish to your spec (Italian aniline/leathers, period-correct foams, careful shell refinish) while preserving all generation-correct details.

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. Exact measurements and a condition video available on request.

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

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Period:	1950-1979
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	831685

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.