This Eames lounge chair brown leather replica pairs chocolate brown Italian aniline leather with a walnut veneer shell and a polished chrome 5-star base. The matching ottoman is included. The chrome base is what sets it apart from our classic-base brown set, giving a dark leather chair a brighter, more modern finish at floor level. It is a Sederica reproduction, inspired by the 1956 lounge chair of Charles and Ray Eames.
Key features
- Chocolate brown aniline leather: soft from the first sitting, and develops a patina with use, so the chair looks more settled over time rather than worn.
- Polished chrome 5-star base: a 360-degree swivel lets you turn towards the window, the TV or a guest without moving the chair.
- 7-layer laminated walnut veneer: bonded layers resist cracking and warping in centrally heated homes.
- Walnut on both faces: no raw plywood on the back of the shells, which matters when the chair stands in the middle of a room.
- Shock-mounted shells: the back gives slightly as you lean in, for a deep, easy recline.
- Hand-sewn cushions, welted and piped: every cushion edge stays crisp and defined.
- Ottoman included: stretch your legs out and use the full recline.
Eames lounge chair chrome base: why choose it
The 1956 design used a black aluminium base with polished edges, and our classic-base chocolate brown set keeps that look. A fully polished chrome base reflects light instead, so the area under the seat reads bright rather than shadowed. The dark leather then looks lighter on the floor.
Choose chrome if your room has steel, glass, black window frames, concrete floors or grey upholstery. If the room leans towards warm wood, brass and rustic textures, the classic base usually sits better.
Eames lounge chair brown leather: materials
Leather: Italian aniline leather, dyed through the hide rather than coated on the surface. It feels warm and supple, and the natural grain stays visible. An Eames lounge chair in dark brown leather also hides the gentle colour changes of daily use better than tan or white.
Shell: the seat, back and headrest shells are 7-layer laminated veneer, faced with walnut on both sides. Walnut’s mid-brown tone links the dark leather to the bright base. Grain varies from piece to piece, so yours will differ slightly from our photos.
Base: polished chrome 5-star base with a 360-degree swivel, with the shells shock-mounted above it. The ottoman stands on a matching four-arm polished base.
Design background
Charles and Ray Eames introduced their lounge chair and ottoman in 1956, built from moulded plywood shells. Chocolate brown leather has its own place in that story: the Eames Institute holds a 1977 chair and ottoman the Eameses gave to Charles’s goddaughter, upholstered in chocolate-brown leather. Our reproduction Eames lounge chair and ottoman is made by Sederica to the same proportions and sold under our own name.
Specifications
| Brand | Sederica |
| Leather | Italian aniline leather, chocolate brown |
| Shell | 7-layer laminated veneer, walnut on both sides |
| Base | Polished chrome 5-star base, 360° swivel |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Feature | Chair | Ottoman |
|---|---|---|
| Overall width | 87 cm | 65 cm |
| Overall depth | 87 cm | 54 cm |
| Overall height | 82 cm | 54 cm |
| Seat height | 42 cm | – |
| Chair weighs | 24 kg | 9 kg |
Allow roughly 1 m × 1.8 m of floor for the chair and ottoman, plus a little space behind the headrest for the swivel. We recommend two people for unboxing. Our assembly guide shows every step.
Is this set right for you?
A good fit for: modern apartments and new-build homes, reading corners and home offices. If you want an Eames lounge chair and ottoman in brown leather that copes well with daily use, the dark tone is a practical choice.
Consider another version if:
- You want the look closest to 1956. Our chocolate brown walnut set on the classic base is the better match.
- You’d rather not wipe fingerprints. Polished chrome is a mirror finish and shows them.
- You need an adjustable recline. The angle is fixed, with no lever or tilt lock.
- The chair would sit in strong direct sun, which lightens aniline leather.
- You have cats or dogs with claws, which mark aniline leather quickly.
Compare our brown leather sets
| Set | Leather | Base | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| This set | Chocolate brown | Polished chrome | Modern rooms with metal, glass and grey tones |
| Chocolate Brown, Walnut | Chocolate brown | Classic aluminium | A traditional mid-century look |
| Tan Brown, Walnut, Chrome | Tan | Polished chrome | Bright, pale interiors |
| Waxy Cognac Brown, Walnut | Waxy cognac | Polished aluminium | A warmer, reddish-brown leather |
See every leather, wood and base option in our Eames lounge chair replica collection.
Care
- Leather: dust with a dry microfibre cloth. Blot spills straight away and don’t rub. Condition two or three times a year with an aniline-safe product, testing it on a hidden spot first.
- Walnut: wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid silicone furniture sprays.
- Chrome: clean with mild soapy water, then buff dry. No bleach, ammonia or scouring pads.
- Keep the set away from radiators and heaters.
FAQs
How is this different from your chocolate brown walnut set?
Same chocolate brown aniline leather and walnut veneer. Only the base differs: this set uses a fully polished chrome 5-star base for a brighter, more modern look, while the other keeps the classic base.
Does chocolate brown work with chrome, or is black better?
Both work. Black on chrome gives a sharp, high-contrast look. Chocolate keeps some warmth, so it sits better beside wooden floors and brown, rust or cream textiles.
Will it fit a small living room?
Usually, yes, with about 1 m × 1.8 m free including the ottoman. The open chrome base shows the floor beneath the chair, which keeps a small room feeling open.
Can I assemble it alone?
Assembly is simple and tools are included, but the chair weighs 24 kg, so we recommend two people for unboxing and fitting the base.
Is this a replica or a reproduction?
Both words describe the same thing here: a chair made by Sederica to the 1956 design and sold under our own name, with no connection to the designers or any rights holder. Read more in are Eames replicas legal in Europe?
This product is a reproduction inspired by mid-century design and is not affiliated with the designers or any rights holder. See our Legal Disclaimer for terms.
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