GRAPHĒ: 26 Elevated Holiday Gifts for the Dedicated Eames Fan

26 Elevated Holiday Gifts for the Dedicated Eames Fan

Charles and Ray Eames joyfully fused work and life, and the couple’s unbridled creativity is apparent in their stylish, functional, and lasting designs.

Bring the influential duo into your home through accessories, books, wall decor, and more.

Pairing words of design wisdom with classic works, Essential Eames encapsulates the duo's achievements. Charles and Ray Eames are among the most influential designers of the 20th century. Enthusiastic and tireless experimenters, this beloved husband-and-wife duo moved fluidly between the fields of photography, film, architecture, exhibition-making and furniture and product design. The Eames Office was a hub of activity where the Eameses and their collaborators produced an array of pioneering designs, communicating their ideas with a boundless creativity that defined their careers. The Eameses embraced the joy of trial and error and approached design as a way of life. From personal letters, photographs, drawings and artwork, to their products, models, multimedia installations and furniture, Essential Eames includes not only some of the designs for which they are best known, but provides an insight into the lives of the Eameses, the Eames Office and the breadth of their pioneering work, bringing their ideas and playful spirit to life. Publisher: Vitra Design Museum Photo Courtesy of Vitra Design Museum

Done with a mirror-shine chrome finish, this sleek business card case gets a style boost with an image of Charles and Ray Eames's iconic chairs. Photo Courtesy of Nordstrom

Hand-rolled incense sticks from Yield Design. Fresh, timeless scent with notes of eucalyptus, rosemary and birch. Fifteen sticks per package. 45 minute to 1 hour burn time. Photo Courtesy of Need Supply Co.

On June 17, 2008, in Santa Monica, California, the Postal Service issued a pane of 42-cent stamps honoring Charles and Ray Eames in a pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) commemorative sheet of sixteen. Derry Noyes of Washington, DC, designed the stamps. Honoring the husband-and-wife design team Charles and Ray Eames, this commemorative sheet of sixteen stamps represents the breadth of their extraordinary body of creative work, which includes architecture, furniture, film, and exhibits. New sheet of (16) stamps (catalog #4333) no longer sold by USPS. Features 16 Eames design images. Photo Courtesy of Amazon

The Eames Plywood Mobile models by Vitra are replicas of the original mobiles, designed in 1941 by Charles & Ray Eames. The plywood mobiles consist of two abstract and organic plywood elements that playfully rotate around each other. The mobiles were born in the early 1940s in a series of experiments with plywood. At the time, Charles and Ray Eames wanted to advance the technique of laminated wood deformation. The two of them found the random mobiles so beautiful that they hung the models up in their apartment in Los Angeles. Photo Courtesy of Hive Modern

A butterfly-backed cloisonné pin takes its inspiration from the iconic bird sculpture of Charles and Ray Eames. Among the most influential designers of the twentieth century, the pair worked with tireless enthusiasm to explore the fields of photography, film, architecture, exhibitions, and furniture and product design, making landmark contributions in each domain. Photo Courtesy of Amazon

Midcentury detail. Earthy chartreuse. The pleasingly unexpected. A line of carefully-edited, high quality polishes for the color-resistant. Polishes that consider the gracefulness of hands, and the role of subtle color as an element in the considered wardrobe. Inspired by artists’ palettes, natural elements, and the muses who we envision channeling specific colors or moods. Photo Courtesy of Need Supply Co.

The charming mouse pad by Dutch designer Hella Jongerius, who drew her inspiration from the Eames Elephant, owes its pleasant tactile qualities to the fact that it is fabricated from two layers of premium sofa leather. Photo Courtesy of Connox

Made in Germany. Stay warm this winter with the Eames Wool Blanket from Vitra. The iconic dot pattern was designed by Ray Eames in the 1947 for the New York MOMA, truly making it a piece of functional modern art. Woven by a German blanket manufacturer with over 100 years of history and experience, the Eames Wool Blanket will elegantly adorn the modern home. Vitra, a Swiss company, has been creating furniture and accessories for offices, homes and public spaces for eighty years. Their mid-century modern designs are innovative, comfortable and professional, featuring renowned designers and high grade materials. With products like the bestselling Panton Chair Classic with its signature curve and the vibrant Sunburst Clock, a 1950s George Nelson accessory, Vitra offers lasting styles with playful innocence. Photo Courtesy of Vitra

The creative duo Charles Eames (1907–1978) and Ray Kaiser Eames (1912–1988) transformed the visual character of America. Though best known for their furniture, the husband and wife team were also forerunners in architecture, textile design, photography, and film. The Eames’ work defined a new, multifunctional modernity, exemplary for its integration of craft and design, as well as for the use of modern materials, notably plywood and plastics. The Eames Lounge Chair Wood, designed with molded plywood technology, became a defining furniture piece of the twentieth century, while the couple’s contribution to the Case Study Houses project not only made inventive use of industrial materials but also developed an adaptable floor plan of multipurpose spaces which would become a hallmark of postwar modern architecture. From the couple’s earliest furniture experiments to their seminal short film Powers of Ten, this book covers all the aspects of the illustrious Eames repertoire and its revolutionary impact on middle-class American living. Publisher: TASCHEN Photo Courtesy of TASCHEN

Pioneers of the 1950s and of the optimistic American way of life, Charles and Ray Eames created the greatest modern furniture "classics" between 1941 and 1978. They designed more than 20 chair models, mostly unique pieces, and developed know-how in the art of sitting. The Plywood Chairs LCW and DCW (1946), the Aluminum Group (1958) and the Lounge Chair (1956) have become true symbols of design that remain references today. Still produced, they inspire the admiration of new generations to convey the generous social ideal of their designers. Photo courtesy of Need Supply Co. Publisher: Assouline Publishing

The Acme fountain pen nibs use German manufactured reservoirs and components, with medium nibs made of gilt steel with an iridium writing point. All Acme writing Tools come with a small bio card attached to the pen, providing biographical information about each pen's designer. Acme rollerball pens come with standard rollerball refills. Standard color is black and additional refills also available in blue. Photo Courtesy of Amazon

A collection of the timeless design icons. Eames chairs, classic camera, VW Bus, music instruments and many others Please visit us www.naxatrt.com to see our large selection of art, design and photography. Photo Courtesy of Pixels

The Vitra Eames Elephant Small is a scaled down version of the iconic plywood version created in 1945. This petite variety is made of robust plastic and has an almost origami-like form. Slightly whimsical yet fun, this playful animal can be used as a child's toy or displayed anywhere or a more youthful decorative approach. Photo Courtesy of Vitra Design Museum

This is the first comprehensive book on the Eames' legacy in over a decade, revealing the rich totality of the their work in all media. Produced in close collaboration with Eames estate, this novel publication presents the husband-and-wife team from both personal and professional perspectives, as well as the lively interplay of their public and private lives. Charles and Ray Eames are among the most important twentieth century designers, and the story of the Eames Office is that of the history of visual and material culture in the post-war, modern period. This groundbreaking monograph charts the history of their inspiring and prolific world and brings together key works and ideas explored at the Eames Office throughout its extraordinary history. Published in connection to a major exhibition developed in partnership with the Eames Estate opening at London's Barbican Art Gallery in October 2015 and expected to tour the world, the book features a broad range of visual material, enriched by recent archival research and new discoveries. It explores the era-defining work of the Eames Office, a 'laboratory' active for over four decades that produced a vast array of pioneering and influential projects - from architecture, furniture and product design to film, photography, multi-media installation and exhibitions, as well as new models for arts education. Alongside newly commissioned texts by leading design experts, The World of Charles and Ray Eames will include contemporaneous reviews and magazine articles, writings by Charles and Ray Eames themselves, personal correspondence and a comprehensive reference section. This ambitious publication will become the standard work on the Eames, destined to influence future generations of designers of all descriptions. Publisher: Rizzoli Photo Courtesy of Rizzoli

Vitra’s Eames Quotes posters decorate the wall with Ray and Charles Eames’ thoughts about design and art, complemented with beautiful, design-themed photographs. The quotes of the legendary designer couple have been selected from the Essential Eames book. Ray and Charles Eames were among the most influential designers of the 20th century, and their fields of interest covered various topics from furniture and product design to architecture, photography and cinema. Photo Courtesy of Vitra

Each handmade Vitra miniature is a classic in the history of furniture design reduced in size at a scale of 1:6. True to the original pieces in structure and materials, the miniatures are precision-crafted, making them a thoughtful gift for a furniture lover or design professional. Each miniature comes handsomely packaged in a wood box with an informational booklet. Photo Courtesy of Design Within Reach

Iconic table radio from Vitra. Designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1946. Signature bent-walnut housing with curved edges. Modern face with dot-grid speaker, round buttons and digital display. USB, AUX IN and headphone ports at back. Telescoping antenna picks up both FM and DAB radio signals; USA / Europe / UK compatible wall adapter ensures multi-region functionality. Bluetooth mode streams music from external sources. Auto-update time settings and alarm clock with snooze. Customizable equalizer. Sound engineering by REVO. RoHS compliant. Limited edition - only 999 units produced worldwide. Photo Courtesy of Vitra

The Eames House Bird rose to stardom in the 1950s when Charles and Ray Eames pulled it from their own living room and positioned it with a group of Eames® DKR chairs for a poster. Also appearing in several of the Eameses’ photographs, the masterfully simplistic black bird (circa 1910) with its tapered beak and sleek tail was evidently one of their most prized objects of Appalachian folk art. In cooperation with the Eames family, Vitra used 3-D scans of the original to create the solid alder wood reproduction. Made in Germany. Photo Courtesy of Design Within Reach

Baby’s First Eames by Julie Merberg is a one-of-a-kind board book that takes babies (ages 0–3) on a charming alphabetical tour through the world of modern architecture and design. Beautifully illustrated by French illustrator Aki, it features iconic furniture pieces and buildings by Charles and Ray Eames, Florence Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Isamu Noguchi, Eero Saarinen, Frank Lloyd Wright, Zaha Hadid, and many more. Publisher: Downtown Bookworks Photo Courtesy of Downtown Bookworks

A butterfly-backed brass pin takes its inspiration from the iconic 'Dots' designs of Charles and Ray Eames. Among the most influential designers of the twentieth century, the pair worked with tireless enthusiasm to explore the fields of photography, film, architecture, exhibitions, and furniture and product design, making landmark contributions in each domain. Photo Courtesy of Amazon

Vitra’s Eames Quotes posters decorate the wall with Ray and Charles Eames’ thoughts about design and art, complemented with beautiful, design-themed photographs. The quotes of the legendary designer couple have been selected from the Essential Eames book. Ray and Charles Eames were among the most influential designers of the 20th century, and their fields of interest covered various topics from furniture and product design to architecture, photography and cinema. Photo Courtesy of Connox

Charles and Ray Eames brought a sense of play to all their work, including the Hang-It-All. It took the everyday coat rack to a new place that was inventive and fun. More than just a conversation piece, the Hang-It-All holds anything that slips over its 14 hooks. Based in Michigan with roots dating back to 1905 Herman Miller, is known worldwide for inventive office furniture design for the modern home and workspace. Herman Miller has a strong commitment to quality by being a pioneer of ergonomic office furniture while being a steward of environmental leadership in the manufacturing process. Available in a wide range of styles and colors, Herman Miller offers timeless furniture, high in style and comfort, from desk chairs to tables. Photo Courtesy of Herman Miller

"Yellow Eames Rocker was inspired by the iconic chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames in 1948," says the artist. "Growing up in California, I have long been inspired by the nostalgic idea of the classic California dream from the mid-20th century. This concept has become abstracted a bit as I have moved from painting objects and architecture and into capturing the essence of light in water, but the feeling they evoke are still very much reminiscent of a sunny summer day. Each piece is directly inspired by a particular experience, and is for me a vivid memory of the moment of inspiration. I feel the most alive when exploring new places, and as a result my work is a direct reflection of the moments when life is at it’s best. Photo Courtesy of Minted

An adaptation of the Charles and Ray Eames classic 1968 documentary by the same name, Powers of Ten: A Flipbook, is an ocular journey dealing with the relative size of things in the universe and the effect of adding another zero. Travel from the edge of the universe to an atom in the hand of a sleeping man at a picnic. The effect is a spectacular cosmic adventure. A journey that involves astronomy, biology, particle physics and much more, but ultimately, it is about size. At one extreme of the flipbook is a view 10 million light years across (10+23 meters)—the Milky Way a tiny speck towards the center. At the other extreme, the frame is completely filled by the tiny proton (10-15 meters) Photo Courtesy of Amazon

This is a miniature 1:6 scale model of the original furniture design. Design by Charles and Ray Eames, 1951. By Vitra. Vitra, a Swiss company, has been creating furniture and accessories for offices, homes and public spaces for eighty years. Their mid-century modern designs are innovative, comfortable and professional, featuring renowned designers and high grade materials. With products like the bestselling Panton Chair Classic with its signature curve and the vibrant Sunburst Clock, a 1950s George Nelson accessory, Vitra offers lasting styles with playful innocence. Photo Courtesy of Vitra

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