One of the most beloved decorative objects in the house of Charles and Ray Eames was a black, wooden bird known as the Eames House Bird. The bird can be seen in many photos of the famous designer couple, and it even made its way to a commercial poster of Eames chairs. The original wooden bird was a piece of folk art from the Appalachian Mountains, which Charles and Ray Eames found on their journeys. Like the original model, Vitra’s Eames House Bird is made of painted alder with steel wire legs.
Eames House Bird, black
Vitra
Description
One of the most beloved decorative objects in the house of Charles and Ray Eames was a black, wooden bird known as the Eames House Bird. The bird can be seen in many photos of the famous designer couple, and it even made its way to a commercial poster of Eames chairs. The original wooden bird was a piece of folk art from the Appalachian Mountains, which Charles and Ray Eames found on their journeys. Like the original model, Vitra’s Eames House Bird is made of painted alder with steel wire legs.
Product details (5)
- Material
- Lacquered solid alder, steel wire
- Colour
- Black
- Length
- 11.02 in (28 cm)
- Width
- 3.35 in (8.5 cm)
- Height
- 11.02 in (28 cm)
- Product ID
Reviews (4)
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Based on 4 reviews
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Anonymous
Toronto, Canada
Beautiful piece! Gave it as a gift and the recipient loves it!!
320 days ago
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Anonymous
Galway, Ireland
Beautifully crafted, solid material. My mother's been asking for one for years and she'll be over the moon this Christmas.
333 days ago
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Alessandra C
United States
Un vero piacere avere in casa un oggetto “storico” del design!
177 days ago
Sustainability
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Working conditions & labour 7/9
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Equal opportunities for all employees -
Commitment to UN Global Compact, fair compensation for all employees
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Corporate responsibility requirements defined and communicated for suppliers
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Systematic work for improved inclusion and well-being in the workplace
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Transparent supply chain
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Suppliers' compliance to a code of conduct ensured
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Compliance to the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights ensured in the supply chain
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Direct suppliers audited and certified
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Support for community involvement in the supply chain
Eco-friendly production 7/9
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Fair and resource-wise water-use in production
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No incineration or landfilling of returned items
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No use of endangered species as materials
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No direct environmental emissions or waste (excl. GHGs) from production
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Production and material sourcing that respect biodiversity, animal rights, and natural ecosystems
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Material-efficient and ecological packaging
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No potentially harmful chemicals used in own production
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The sustainability of direct suppliers' production is addressed and monitored
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Positive impact on nature’s well-being through operations that regenerate natural ecosystems
Climate impact 5/8
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Company's direct greenhouse gas emissions identified and commitment to reduction
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Product's carbon impact identified and commitment to reduction
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Guidance on energy- and eco-efficient use of the product
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Contribution to climate initiatives beyond the brand’s direct operations
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100 % renewable energy in own production and operations
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Low-carbon or compensated transportation
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Carbon footprint of the product calculated and goals set to reduce it
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Carbon neutral or carbon negative product
Sustainable materials 5/6
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Sustainable and long-lasting material choices
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No harmful or hazardous substances
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Responsible raw material sourcing and production
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Materials suited for circularity: monomaterials, recyclable finishings, renewable or recycled contents etc.
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Ecological materials: natural, biodegradable, recyclable or recycled contents
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Outstanding materials in terms of innovativeness, responsibility, sustainability and circularity: local production or sourcing, 100 % recycled content, C2C-certification etc.
Circular design 4/5
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High aesthetic quality promoting long-term use of the product
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Technically durable product design and material choices
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Design for enduring life-long quality
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Design and support for product maintenance, repair and upgradability
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Innovative circular design solutions: circular service system, resale platform, remanufacturing, collection of used products, etc.
