I just picked up an Eames LCM with cow hide and am trying to find out if in it authentic, or an 'aftermarket modification'. Does anyone know of any good websites that could help me in authenitcating my piece.
I'm blanking on what "LCM" stands for right now, but if applicable, try to see if there are any markings on the frame. Many/most manufacturers put some sort of a stamp on the frames of these things, usually high up on the inside face of a leg or somewhere else less than obvious. If you can find out who manufactured it, then you can often find out when that manufacturer ran off that particular piece.
Hey, did you find out any more information? I've just found a tiny tiny picture of the cowhide finish on p27 of 'A Legacy of Invention'. Hope yours is f'real!
Aw damn... Never mind. Still works as a chair though, right? :D I know, I know, it's not the same.
Hope you didn't shell out too much for it initially.
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I just picked up an Eames LCM with cow hide and am trying to find out if in it authentic, or an 'aftermarket modification'. Does anyone know of any good websites that could help me in authenitcating my piece.
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did you try herman miller?
I'm blanking on what "LCM" stands for right now, but if applicable, try to see if there are any markings on the frame. Many/most manufacturers put some sort of a stamp on the frames of these things, usually high up on the inside face of a leg or somewhere else less than obvious. If you can find out who manufactured it, then you can often find out when that manufacturer ran off that particular piece.
the chair is made by herman miller and they do have markings...need to determine what the markings stand for
it may not be 'aftermarket' as you put it.
see what wright auction house in chicago has to say
I know...one sold for $35,000 in 1999. I am hoping mine is an origonal
Hey, did you find out any more information? I've just found a tiny tiny picture of the cowhide finish on p27 of 'A Legacy of Invention'. Hope yours is f'real!
just had it looked at by an eames expert in LA: not an original.
Aw damn... Never mind. Still works as a chair though, right? :D I know, I know, it's not the same.
Hope you didn't shell out too much for it initially.
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