Description
A handsome pair of authentic Emeco armchairs in brushed aluminum, dating to the 1990s. With their signature combination of lightness, strength, and crisp industrial lines, these chairs offer the functional durability Emeco is known for in a form that feels elevated enough for residential interiors.
The gently curved arms make this pair especially appealing as host chairs at the ends of a dining table, but they are equally effective as desk chairs, occasional chairs, or sculptural accent seating in a bedroom, hallway, or covered outdoor setting. Their silhouette is clean and disciplined, yet softened by the rounded back and contoured seat.
Finished in brushed aluminum, they bring a cool, architectural quality to a room without overwhelming it. They pair beautifully with both warm and cool materials "” think oak, walnut, travertine, marble, concrete, or painted surfaces "” and they add a subtle industrial note to more traditional or collected interiors.
Historical Context
Emeco's aluminum furniture has long occupied a unique place in American design history, admired for its remarkable durability and straightforward construction. Originally associated with high-performance, utility-driven seating, Emeco evolved into a favorite of architects, designers, and collectors who valued its honest materials and enduring modernity. By the 1990s, Emeco chairs had become a design staple for interiors seeking both utility and iconic form.
Authenticity
Authentic Emeco chairs with Emeco branding embossed on the frame, visible in the accompanying detail photo.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good vintage condition
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Brand: Emeco
Materials & Techniques:
Aluminum
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
The gently curved arms make this pair especially appealing as host chairs at the ends of a dining table, but they are equally effective as desk chairs, occasional chairs, or sculptural accent seating in a bedroom, hallway, or covered outdoor setting. Their silhouette is clean and disciplined, yet softened by the rounded back and contoured seat.
Finished in brushed aluminum, they bring a cool, architectural quality to a room without overwhelming it. They pair beautifully with both warm and cool materials "” think oak, walnut, travertine, marble, concrete, or painted surfaces "” and they add a subtle industrial note to more traditional or collected interiors.
Historical Context
Emeco's aluminum furniture has long occupied a unique place in American design history, admired for its remarkable durability and straightforward construction. Originally associated with high-performance, utility-driven seating, Emeco evolved into a favorite of architects, designers, and collectors who valued its honest materials and enduring modernity. By the 1990s, Emeco chairs had become a design staple for interiors seeking both utility and iconic form.
Authenticity
Authentic Emeco chairs with Emeco branding embossed on the frame, visible in the accompanying detail photo.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good vintage condition
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Brand: Emeco
Materials & Techniques:
Aluminum
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good vintage condition
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
34 x 20.75 x 19.5 in
1990s Emeco Brushed Aluminum Armchairs, Pair
Estimate $630-$1,880
Starting Price
$400
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Heirloom Living II
Jun 12, 2026 7:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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