Designed in 1956 by Charles and Ray Eames, the Eames lounge chair & ottoman epitomises the architectural style of the Modern era. It was the first eames chair designed for the high end market and today, the iconic eames lounge chair & ottoman is considered a metaphor for elite interiors and furnishings. The fundamental design intent for comfort and practicality is preserved unequivocally in this piece. Our eames lounge chair & ottoman is manufactured painstakingly, with attention to the smallest detail. We use the highest quality materials including genuine Top-Grain Italian Leather, Plywood Frame and Die-Cast Alumin um Base. PLEASE NOTE: This item is as faithful a reproduction of the original as you can get.