Eames Inspired DCW (Dining Chair Wood) Range

Acclaimed as “the best design of the century” by Time Magazine

Acclaimed as “the best design of the century” by Time Magazine 1999, the DCW represents an exquisite example of what high standards of creative aptitude are capable of attaining.

Designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1946, the DCW (Dining chair wood) both captivates the eyes and comforts the body with smooth, sensual curves created from moulded plywood.

Although, as its name implies, the DCW was originally intended for dining use, it provides equally attractive and practical seating for many other spaces, including lounge areas, bedrooms, hallways, receptions etc.

Our high quality reproduction of the iconic DCW has been lovingly crafted using only the finest materials and stringent build processes that closely respect this classic design, thus ensuring a piece in which to confidently invest your pride.

Veneers & Finishes

Available in a choice of natural, genuine wood veneers including, oak, walnut, natural wood, and black ash. In addition, we also a DCW version in the highly coveted pony upholstery.

Oak Wood

Natural Wood

Pony Finish

History of the Eames DCW

The DCW made its debut in an exhibition for New Furniture Designed by Charles Eames at MOMA (the Museum of Modern Art) in 1946.

Early versions were initially manufactured in 1946 by the Evans Products Company (who also employed Eames during the second World War). Responsibility for distribution of the chair was vested in the Herman Miller Furniture Company who later purchased the tooling and in 1949 secured the manufacturing rights.

In 1951 versions with metal legs were introduced, notably the DCM (Dining Chair Metal) and its lounge counterpart, the LCM (Low Chair Metal). To accompany both new introductions, matching dining and coffee tables were also created. High quality reproductions of these other fine designs will shortly feature in the Eames Chair Inspired Collection.

Production of this classic line of Eames chairs and tables continued until 1957. 1994 saw it’s re-emergence when the DCW was crowned as "best design of the century" by Time magazine in 1999.