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Eames Molded Plastic Rocking Chair by Herman Miller designed by Charles and Ray EamesAt A Glance: This is one of the most unique and interesting variations in the Eames Molded Plastic Chair canon. It speaks the creative freedom that Charles and Ray Eames possessed. They werent hemmed in by what they thought their chairs could be. They allowed themselves to dream of different purposes and looks, and they werent bound by convention or rules. And thats how pieces as new, modern and vibrant as the molded plastic series got made into rocking chairs. Rocking chairs are often thought of as the province of the nursery, the front porch, or the grandparent. But with this base of the chair, Charles and Ray Eames pushed the concept of the rocking chair into the office, the living room, the kitchen and desk area, and even the public space. By combining the vibrantly new with the familiar, Charles and Ray created an unusual but very comfortable and very fun new type of chair. The base of the chair in this model is made of wood (the actual rockers are wooden) and wire. the wire criss-crosses, like the Eiffel base, but its different and more simple than that. The wire serves mainly as a support between the legs of the chair, sunk into the wood of the rockers. The addition of the rockers makes a chair that was beautiful and innovative before almost a conversation piece; its such a surprising and delightful combination. Its also handsome. The tone of the wood mixes well with the polished legs and wiring of the rest of the base, and the color of the plastic on top of the chair is of course up to the buyer to decide.Whats To Like: The Eames molded plastic chairs are as beloved today as when they were first introduced in 1948. Whether stacking or ganging in large spaces like auditoriums or cafeterias, or on their own in elegant homes, libraries, and conference rooms, these chairs unite enduring form and quality construction in a comfortable, durable seat. Charles and Ray Eames adapted molding techniques developed during World War II to mass produce this classic design. These molded plastic rocking chairs are true to the originals and are fully authentic, with updated materials to meet environmental requirements. Their enduring forms and quality construction make them comfortable, durable performers. Whats Not to Like: If were being picky, it is possible that those who are taller will find that the back of the chair doesnt provide enough support, and
