charles and ray eames

  • Watch Charles And Ray Eames Debut Their Most Famous Chair On TV In 1956

    Watch Charles And Ray Eames Debut Their Most Famous Chair On TV In 1956

    Charles and Ray Eames were the archetypal design power couple, who each brought their own distinct kind of creative genius to the personal and professional partnership. When they visited NBC’s daytime Home show in 1956 to debut their (now-iconic) eponymous lounge, Charles introduced themselves thusly: “Ray is a painter. I am an architect.” Host Arlene…