Charles e Ray Eames

Charles and Ray Eames; They embodied 20th century design thanks to the creation of design icons and an experimental spirit. At the same time they marked the independence of the American context from European influences. After a new trip to Mexico, fundamental in shaping his aesthetics and technical approach, Eames opened an office with Robert Walsh. There, he met Ray Kaiser as his student. The latter, born in Sacramento, in 1912, was a promising artist interested in design, a skilled painter who previously studied at May Friend Bennett School (New York), and founded the AAA-American Abstract Artists group in the 1930s. Charles and Ray Eames got married in 1942 and then moved to California: he worked on sets for MGM, but soon they started their experiments — as Plyformed Wood Company — with curved plywood for prostheses and medical equipment, which granted them funds from the State, and advanced means of production. In Post-war years, this experimentation evolved into a season of great successes,where they created iconic pieces destined to become milestones in the history of design. The latter, presented at MoMA in 1946, were chosen by Herman Miller for production and marketing, thus starting a historic productive collaboration which is still in progress. The prototypes developed by the spouses consist of curved plywood into several separate pieces. This technique was preferred to that of the single piece for reasons of economy and versatility: DCW, LCW and LCM appear. The next steps see the integration of new materials and techniques, such as printable plastics, or glass fiber from one-piece armchairs from 1948. Metal is another point of great importance in this research. This is demonstrated by the combinations with wood of the Eames Storage Units and the LTR, or the plasticity of the metal mesh that structures the Bikini chairs. After a decade of studies, in 1956 the definitive version of the Lounge Chair and Ottoman will be presented, a design icon as well as the only exception to the Eames philosophy of "highest quality at the lowest price", with its metal and rosewood structure and leather upholstery.

Vitra - Eames Plastic Side DSR white chair Vitra - Eames Plastic Side DSR white chair 2
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€274.59
The so-called Eiffel Tower base of the DSR chair (Dining Rod Side Chair Rod Base), an intricate and graceful structure made of steel wire, combines light and elegant shapes with structural strength.During the order specify base and glides.
Vitra - Eames Elephant white chair Vitra - Eames Elephant white chair 2
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€236.89
Selected as an elegant wooden object for the living room, as a sturdy plastic toy for a child’s bedroom or for outdoor use, or as a small decorative figure of animals - the friendly animal with its proudly prominent ears will please both children and parents.
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The coat hanger "Hang it all" designed by Charles and Ray Eames, available in a variety of combinations of colored balls and white structure. Thanks to the uniform distance between the spheres it is possible to mount several coat hangers side by side.
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€9,254.10
The Lounge Chair, created by Charles and Ray Eames in the 1950s, was designed with the aim of combining an elegant look with maximum comfort. Recognized as a great classic of twentieth century furniture design.The price refers to the Lounge Chair & Ottoman - Santos Palisander with L50 leather finish.
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€254.10
The coat hanger "Hang it all" designed by Charles and Ray Eames, available in a variety of combinations of colored balls and white structure. Thanks to the uniform distance between the spheres it is possible to mount several coat hangers side by side.
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miniature objects

Vitra - Eames House Whale

215 116 01
€717.21
A prominent feature of Charles and Ray Eames' Eames House was a wooden whale measuring more than two meters in length. Its smaller reproduction, the Eames House Whale, hand-painted by Vitra, is made of alder wood.
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miniature objects

Vitra - Eames House Bird black miniature

215 031 00
€192.62
For decades, the carved figure of a wooden bird occupied a central place in the Eames House, as a particularly valuable artifact between the possessions of Charles and Ray Eames.
Vitra Appendiabiti Hang it all Bianco, Multi-tonalità longho design palermo 0 Vitra Appendiabiti Hang it all Bianco, Multi-tonalità longho design palermo 0 2
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€254.10
The coat hanger "Hang it all" designed by Charles and Ray Eames, available in a variety of combinations of colored balls and white structure. Thanks to the uniform distance between the spheres it is possible to mount several coat hangers side by side.
Vitra Appendiabiti Hang it all Noce bianco longho design palermo 0 Vitra Appendiabiti Hang it all Noce bianco longho design palermo 0 2
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The coat hanger "Hang it all" designed by Charles and Ray Eames, available in a variety of combinations of colored balls and white structure. Thanks to the uniform distance between the spheres it is possible to mount several coat hangers side by side.
Vitra Appendiabiti Hang it Soft grey, marmo longho design palermo 0 Vitra Appendiabiti Hang it Soft grey, marmo longho design palermo 0 2
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€1,217.21
The coat hanger "Hang it all" designed by Charles and Ray Eames, available in a variety of combinations of colored balls and white structure. Thanks to the uniform distance between the spheres it is possible to mount several coat hangers side by side. Now Vitra presents a special edition, of sober elegance, with spheres made of Carrara marble in light...
Vitra - Eames House Bird walnut miniature Vitra - Eames House Bird walnut miniature 2
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miniature objects

Vitra - Eames House Bird walnut miniature

215 031 02
€269.67
For decades, the carved figure of a wooden bird occupied a central place in the Eames House, as a particularly valuable artifact between the possessions of Charles and Ray Eames.
Vitra - Eames Plastic Chair DSW longho design palermo 2 Vitra - Eames Plastic Chair DSW longho design palermo 2 2
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€442.62
For the Dining Height Side Chair Wood Base (DSW), Charles and Ray Eames combined the organically shaped seat shell with a four-legged wooden base.
Vitra - Eames Plastic Side DSR granite grey chair Vitra - Eames Plastic Side DSR granite grey chair 2
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The so-called Eiffel Tower base of the DSR chair (Dining Rod Side Chair Rod Base), an intricate and graceful structure made of steel wire, combines light and elegant shapes with structural strength.During the order specify base and glides.
vitra Eames Plastic Armchair DAR longho design palermo 21
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€389.34
The DAR chair (Dining Height Armchair Rod Base) stands out as an inimitable classic design, combining elegant light shapes and structural strength in the complex steel wire construction of its 'Eiffel Tower' base.
Vitra - Soft Pad Chaise ES 106 chaise longue Vitra - Soft Pad Chaise ES 106 chaise longue 2
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€5,721.31
With its soft padded cushions and leather upholstery, the Soft Pad Chaise offers a comfortable place to lie down and relax.the price refers to the leather cover L20
Vitra - Eames Fiberglass Side Chair DSW frassino longho design palermo 5
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For the Dining Height Side Chair Wood Base (DSW), Charles and Ray Eames combined the organically shaped body with a four-legged ash wood base. The combination of fiberglass and wood gives this classic design piece a certain warmth and a casual look.During the order specify base and glides.
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The small Lounge Chair Wood (LCW) is an iconic project by Charles and Ray Eames. Thanks to the organic shape of the natural ash plywood shells and the slightly flexible backs, these lightweight and compact chairs offer great comfort. The LCW Leather version has a thin foam padding, covered in leather.
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Designed by Charles and Ray Eames, the Wire Chair is a variation of the theme of the body of the single-piece seat with an organic shape, a combination of transparent lightness and technological sophistication.The price refers to the chair with seat and back upholstered in F60 fabric.
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€553.28
Designed by Charles and Ray Eames, the Wire Chair is a variation of the theme of the body of the single-piece seat with an organic shape, a combination of transparent lightness and technological sophistication.Price refers to the chair with seat covered in leather L20.
Vitra Lounge Chair & Ottoman Soft Pad Chair EA 222 223 longho design palermo 0 Vitra Lounge Chair & Ottoman Soft Pad Chair EA 222 223 longho design palermo 0 2
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armchairs

Vitra - Soft Pad Chair EA 222 EA 223

412 383 00 + 412 384 00
€5,745.90
Featuring a high backrest and a low seat, the Soft Pad Chair EA 222 by Charles and Ray Eames offers ultimate comfort – due in no small part to the chair's tilt mechanism, which can be adjusted to the weight of the individual user. The matching stool EA 223 provides a comfortable footrest. Together, EA 222 and EA 223 form the perfect spot for long cosy...
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chairs

Vitra - Wire Chair DKX chrome

412 155 01
€381.15
Designed by Charles and Ray Eames, the Wire Chair is a variation of the theme of the body of the single-piece seat with an organic shape, a combination of transparent lightness and technological sophistication. Specify the shoes when ordering.
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€549.18
Designed by Charles and Ray Eames, the Wire Chair is a variation of the theme of the body of the single-piece seat with an organic shape, a combination of transparent lightness and technological sophistication.
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€549.18
Designed by Charles and Ray Eames, the Wire Chair is a variation of the theme of the body of the single-piece seat with an organic shape, a combination of transparent lightness and technological sophistication.