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Vitra Eames Aluminium Group Chair
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From CHF 2,570
About this price
≈ $3,090 · Switzerland retail · Aluminium Chairs EA 117/118/119 – Work (swivel task chairs of the Aluminium Group); starting price of the lowest configuration; EA 119 high back and leather cost more. Vitra does not sell this model in its US online shop (US page says 'not available in your region'), so the Swiss home-market shop is used; the shop publishes only the starting price, higher configurations cost more. · as of Sep 29, 2026
Source: Vitra Online Shop (Switzerland) ↗, checked Sep 29, 2026
Converted at a fixed rate: ECB euro reference rates (USD/CHF cross), Sep 28, 2026.
≈ $3,090
- 30-year warranty
Summarized from 9 user reviews · 5 videos
At a glance
Price
From CHF 2,570
Seat height
385–505 mm
Warranty
30 years
What 9 users say
YouTube · Aug 2026
User purchased the Vitra Eames Aluminium Chair for 320,000 yen using YouTube ad revenue. A commenter notes that the gas cylinder height adjustment protrudes significantly and detracts from the chair's aesthetic beauty, recommending the manual adjustment option to preserve the design. Other commenters praise its simple, comfortable feel but note the high price point.
- Comfort
- Adjustability
- Seat
YouTube · Jul 2026
Review of the Herman Miller Aluminum Chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1958. Originally created as outdoor furniture with mesh material, it features a simple aluminum frame, continuous fabric suspension creating a 'sitting pocket', and is now popular for indoor use with various upholstery options. The chair is lightweight, durable, and environmentally friendly with 61% recycled materials.
- Build quality
- Casters and base
- Design
YouTube · May 2026
This is a product description of the Vitra Eames Aluminium Chair, detailing its 1958 design by Charles and Ray Eames. It highlights the innovative construction using fabric or leather stretched between aluminium members, creating a comfortable seat that adapts to the body without heavy upholstery.
- Comfort
- Seat
- Design
About
Charles & Ray Eames classic with cast aluminum frame and leather or mesh options. Timeless executive seating.
Specs
Sources
- Factbook Aluminium Soft Pad Group 2026-EN (Vitra) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
Size and fit
- Seat height
- 385-505 mm (15¼”-20”) (Aluminium Chair EA 117 (office swivel chair, medium-height backrest). Dimension letters mapped with Vitra's own dimension key (vitra.com 'Example of office chair dimensions (generic image)'; EN 1335-1:2000).)392-508 mm (15½”-20”) (Aluminium Chair EA 119 (office swivel chair, higher backrest). Dimension letters mapped with Vitra's own dimension key (vitra.com 'Example of office chair dimensions (generic image)'; EN 1335-1:2000).)
- Seat depth
- 465 mm (18¼”) (EA 117 and EA 119 (B). Dimension letters mapped with Vitra's own dimension key (vitra.com 'Example of office chair dimensions (generic image)'; EN 1335-1:2000).)
- Seat width
- 525 mm (20¾”) (EA 117 and EA 119 (C). Dimension letters mapped with Vitra's own dimension key (vitra.com 'Example of office chair dimensions (generic image)'; EN 1335-1:2000).)
- Back height
- 420 mm (16½”) top edge of backrest above seat (Aluminium Chair EA 117 (office swivel chair, medium-height backrest). Dimension letters mapped with Vitra's own dimension key (vitra.com 'Example of office chair dimensions (generic image)'; EN 1335-1:2000).)610 mm (24”) top edge of backrest above seat (Aluminium Chair EA 119 (office swivel chair, higher backrest). Dimension letters mapped with Vitra's own dimension key (vitra.com 'Example of office chair dimensions (generic image)'; EN 1335-1:2000).)
Adjustments
- Recline
- Adjustable backward tilt, lockable in the forward position (EA 117, EA 118, EA 119)
- Arms
- Die-cast aluminium armrests, with a polished or chrome-plated finish or powder-coated (EA 117, EA 118, EA 119)
Build and warranty
- Warranty
- 30-year warranty (registered; Eames Aluminium Group purchased from a certified dealer after 1 September 2003) (Vitra Product Warranty, registration required (outside USA/Canada; Aluminium Group not sold on Vitra US online shop))
User reviews
Naver · May 2026
This is a product listing or description for the Eames EA 108 Group Chair by Vitra, described as one of the great designs of the 20th century created by Charles and Ray Eames in 1958 for a private residence in Columbus, Indiana.
- Design
Naver · May 2026
This content appears to be a brief introduction or product story about the Eames Aluminium Chair from Vitra, mentioning its popularity since its 1958 introduction.
- Design
Naver · May 2026
This is a product specification listing for the Vitra Eames Aluminium Group Chair EA 124, designed by Charles and Ray Eames. It provides basic details including dimensions (W63 D76 H101 SH35) and identifies it as a representative design by the Eames couple.
Read the full summary →Naver · May 2026
The EA 116 Aluminium Group Lounge Chair is described as suitable for living room relaxation or reading in a study, thanks to its low seating height and comfortable angle. It is a swivel lounge chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames and manufactured by Vitra with aluminum material.
- Comfort
- Seat
- Size and fit
YouTube · May 2026
The Aluminium Chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1958, is considered one of the greatest furniture designs of the twentieth century. It features an innovative construction with fabric or leather stretched between aluminum side members, creating a taut but elastic seat. The chair adapts to the sitter's body and provides exceptional comfort without elaborate upholstery.
- Comfort
- Build quality
- Seat
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Questions
How much does the Vitra Eames Aluminium Group Chair cost?
It costs from CHF 2,570 at the Vitra Online Shop (Switzerland), about $3,090 at a fixed exchange rate (checked Sep 2026).
Where can I buy the Vitra Eames Aluminium Group Chair?
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