Toys, Films, Graphics

In the early 1950s, the prolific Charles and Ray Eames design team focused much of their energy on design projects other than furniture. They exercised their graphic design muscles with new ads and brochures for Herman Miller—advertising their own molded plastic chairs. They made several films, including one called "Parade," a live-action film in which the characters were all toys—lead soldiers, puppets, cars, dolls. There also was "Bread," a film that Charles described as being about "the way bread is used in nutrition, bread as art, bread as a political tool, bread as a symbol."

During this period, they also made several sophisticated card games, elaborate cardboard and paper masks, and brightly colored building blocks.

Using What They Had Learned

The Hang-It-All, which appeared in 1953, was another of the many whimsical pieces produced by the Eameses. They applied what they had learned in developing the rod-welding manufacturing process that they used to produce table bases and their wire chair.

General Dimensions

• H:14.426"
• W:19.75"
• D:6.5"

Care & Maintenance

With regular care and maintenance, your Herman Miller product will provide many years of superior performance and satisfaction. To maintain quality, please follow the cleaning procedures outlined here.

The instructions for the care and maintenance of Herman Miller products are provided to you as a service. No warranty is implied since results may vary.

Coated Metal

For normal cleaning, wash coated metal surfaces with a soft cloth soaked in detergent and warm water; rinse thoroughly and dry. Remove scuff marks from low-gloss coatings with pre-softened paste wax, following the manufacturer's instructions. Remove scuff marks and scratches from high-gloss coatings using automotive polishing compounds, either liquid or paste. After polishing, apply a pre-softened automotive paste wax to restore original sheen. For assistance in determining the appropriate color and gloss for Herman Miller touch-up paint, contact your Herman Miller Customer Service Representative.

Solid Wood and Veneer

For normal cleaning, dust furniture daily with a slightly damp, soft cloth. Wipe dry with a dry, soft cloth in the direction of the wood grain. Once a month, clean the surface with a soft cloth dampened with a quality cleaner formulated for wood furniture. Wipe the surface in the direction of the wood grain to remove dirt and fingerprints. Wipe dry with a clean, dry cloth. Twice a year, apply a good quality emulsion wax to the finish with a soft cloth. Emulsion wax is clear and prevents fingerprints.

For minor repair of water rings, stains, and scratches, rub the surface lightly in the direction of the wood grain using No. 000 steel wool. Apply a scratch-removing polish with a color and value that simulate the veneer. If the scratches are deep, consult a professional furniture refinisher.