Herman miller and the eames office still run by the eames family developed the taller size in response to the fact that the average height of people worldwide has increased about an inch since the chair was designed.
Authentic eames lounge chair and ottoman.
An authentic eames lounge chair should measure 32 inches from the floor to the top of the headrest.
Swivels the chair should be able to swivel a full 360.
Famously described as a special refuge from the strains of modern living the eames lounge chair and ottoman is one of the most significant designs of the 20th century.
Many copies will be several inches to 10 or more inches taller than an original.
A 2006 labeled eames lounge chair and ottoman by herman miller.
Available in standard or tall.
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This is the authentic eames lounge chair and ottoman by herman miller.
Slight angle the legs have a slight angle they are not flat and do not angle up steeply.
Unparalleled craftsmanship and rigorous attention to detail made it a fixture in homes across the world.
Both pieces have herman miller tags and the chair has a hume modern tag as well this is the tall version at 33 5 inche.
The eames lounge chair and ottoman live in stylish interiors everywhere and have been the subject of documentaries and books.
The front seat edge will be about 15 inches above the floor but note that some copies have that same measurement.
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5 legs an authentic eames lounge chair will have five legs on the base and four legs on the base of the ottoman.