A classic design from Charles & Ray Eames – the Vitra EA 116 Aluminium Easy Chair is now available with a black frame.
First designed in 1958, the Vitra EA 116 Aluminium Chair is an icon of the 20th Century. Featuring a swivel base and a new black finish to the aluminium frame, the chair has an elegant and practical design noted for its intelligent use of materials.
Superbly comfortable, the Vitra EA 116 has a high backrest that adapts to fit the body snugly. The material seat covers stretch between the light-weight aluminium frame - becoming an integral, load-bearing part of the structure. The seat covers are available in either a premium nappa leather or a Hopsak woven fabric.
American husband and wife design duo Charles and Ray Eames have had a profound influence on the visual character of American life, producing original work within the fields of architecture, furniture design, industrial design, manufacturing and the photographic arts.
The Eames’ first partnered with Vitra in 1957 to produce some of the most iconic pieces of furniture in the history of interior design. Today Vitra continues to reflect their philosophy on design and functionality, best understood through Charles’ own words: “Recognising the need is the primary condition for the design”.