The vast influence of Charles and Ray Eames is immeasurable; Responding to the burgeoning attitudes and landscapes of mid-century America, they created an utterly unique and novel design world, born from their curiosity, industriousness, optimism and humanistic impulses.
In 1940, the Charles and Ray met at Cranbrook Academy of Art, where Charles was collaborating with Eero Saarinen on furniture designs and Ray was studying painting. The two married in 1941 and moved to Los Angeles soon after, establishing their highly influential design firm that, with the help of other talented designers they brought in, would re-shape modern design. Early explorations in plywood and mass-producing sturdy, livable and charming furniture brought them success and allowed them to extend their efforts into more diverse fields such as education, textiles, filmmaking, curating, architecture and industrial design.
The Eames Office operated for over four decades, exerting an enormous influence on modern and contemporary design through their limitless vision of the human spirit. Charles passed away in 1978 and Ray died ten years later to the day. Their contribution to the American ethos continues to inspire and influence contemporary design today.
Auction Results Charles and Ray Eames
Charles and Ray Eames
670 lounge chair and 671 ottoman
estimate: $2,500–3,500
result: $5,000
Charles and Ray Eames
670 lounge chair and 671 ottoman
estimate: $2,000–3,000
result: $2,125
Charles and Ray Eames
LCWs, set of two
estimate: $2,000–3,000
Charles and Ray Eames
CTW-3
estimate: $1,500–2,000
Charles and Ray Eames
RAR
estimate: $600–800
result: $455
Charles and Ray Eames
Lounge chair and ottoman (No. 670 and 671)
estimate: $2,500–3,500
result: $3,625
Charles and Ray Eames
Special-order lounge chair and ottoman (No. 670 and 671)
estimate: $3,500–4,500
result: $3,500
Charles and Ray Eames
ESU 270-N
estimate: $4,000–6,000
result: $9,375
Charles and Ray Eames
ESU 200-N
estimate: $5,000–7,000
result: $12,500
Charles and Ray Eames
Lounge chair and ottoman (No. 670 and 671)
estimate: $2,500–3,500
result: $4,063