{"product_id":"1-of-2-mid-century-charles-ray-eames-59924","title":"1 of 2 Mid-Century Charles \u0026 Ray Eames DKX-2 Wire Chair – Herman Miller – 1970s","description":"\u003cp\u003eRare original Eames DKX-2 Wire Chair by Charles \u0026amp; Ray Eames for Herman Miller, dating from the 1970s, presented with the highly sought-after original yellow Bikini upholstery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe price is for ONE chair. 2 chairs are available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as part of the iconic Eames Wire Chair series, the DKX combines the characteristic organic Eames seat form with an industrial construction of welded and shaped steel wire. The elegant chrome-plated wire shell is paired with a simple four-leg tubular steel base, creating a remarkably light and sculptural appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes these examples particularly special is the original yellow Bikini pads, which cover the seat and backrest. The vivid yellow upholstery creates a beautiful contrast with the chrome wire structure and is a highly distinctive feature of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eames Wire Chair represents one of the most recognizable developments in the Eames approach to furniture design: transforming an ergonomically shaped, organic seat form into a lightweight industrial wire construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe open grid of welded steel wire gives the chair an airy, architectural quality while maintaining excellent structural strength. The combination of chrome-plated steel, sculptural geometry and colorful Bikini pads perfectly captures the experimental spirit of mid-century American design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chairs are versatile and work beautifully around a dining table, in a home office, bedroom, lounge or as individual statement pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Designers: Charles \u0026amp; Ray Eames\u003cbr\u003e\n* Model: DKX-2 Wire Chair\u003cbr\u003e\n* Manufacturer: Herman Miller\u003cbr\u003e\n* Period: 1970s\u003cbr\u003e\n* Origin: USA\u003cbr\u003e\n* Material: Welded steel wire, chrome-plated finish\u003cbr\u003e\n* Upholstery: Original yellow Bikini pads\u003cbr\u003e\n* Base: Four-leg steel base\u003cbr\u003e\n* Style: Mid-Century Modern \/ Eames \/ Space Age \/ Industrial Modernism\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original yellow Bikini covers are in very good condition, with beautiful vintage character consistent with their age. The chrome-plated wire frame and base show minor signs of age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease carefully study all photographs, which form an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Height: 81 cm \/ 31.89”\u003cbr\u003e\n* Width: 48 cm \/ 18.90”\u003cbr\u003e\n* Depth: 48 cm \/ 18.90”\u003cbr\u003e\n* Seat height: 45 cm \/ 17.72”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 matching chairs available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrice is for ONE chair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey can be purchased individually or as a pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorldwide shipping available.\u003cbr\u003e\nPickup possible from Midagevintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMidagevintage – Curated Mid-Century \u0026amp; Vintage Design\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MIDAGEVINTAGE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53761970635018,"sku":"MID-1OF-K4EK","price":450.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/9320\/6538\/files\/il_fullxfull.8540978532_rv7t.jpg?v=1789714522","url":"https:\/\/midagevintage.com\/products\/1-of-2-mid-century-charles-ray-eames-59924","provider":"MIDAGEVINTAGE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}