Available for almost a quarter of the price of an official chair, the replica version still features the support and comfort you would expect from an Eames design, along with heavy duty castors and the ability to adjust the seat position, making it practical for everyday use.Aug 7, 2016
Is an authentic Eames chair worth it?
Although we can confidently say that this chair is quite worth the money you are going to spend on it, that still depends on your financial situation. There are also a few “replicas” of the Eames chair, which you can get for a lower price. However, as stated, those are replicas, and they do not offer the real deal.
Are Eames chair replicas legal?
They aren't illegal though it's still as webbed an issue as the base of the Eiffel design. John Edelman, CEO of Design Within Reach, an authorized retailer of licensed trademark brands such as Eames, is frustrated by the knockoffs.Apr 1, 2015
Are Eames replica office chairs comfortable?
The Eames Replica High Back Soft Pad Office Chair is made of fine materials to do the original justice. The thick cushions offer comfortable support so you can linger awhile at the office.
Which Eames replica is the best?
Our #1 Pick. The Iconic Chair Ultra Premium is our number one pick the best lounge chair. The closest product on the market, with the highest quality, real leather, and exact dimensions.
Is it illegal to copy furniture designs?
This initial design is automatically protected under copyright law as an “artistic work”. Making a 3D reproduction of a 2D artistic work counts as “copying” under law. So a person who makes, for example, a physical 3D chair using a designer's 2D design of that chair may be infringing copyright of that 2D artistic work.Sept 4, 2018
How can you tell if Eames are fake?
- An authentic Eames Lounge Chair should measure 32 inches from the floor to the top of the headrest.
- The front seat edge will be about 15 inches above the floor, but note that some copies have that same measurement.
- Measure the distance across the arms and from front to back.
What is so great about the Eames chair?
It is a show of craftsmanship that's slimmer and more lightweight than a traditional club chair, and—many would argue—also more comfortable. The chair is comprised of three molded plywood shells consisting of multiple layers of plywood with a top veneer layer of striking wood grain.Nov 7, 2018