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Eames
Institute
The Eames Institute of Infinite Curiosity holds one of the most significant and comprehensive collections of Eames designs and related ephemera in the world.
As these 40,000+ objects continue to be inventoried, documented, restored, and rehoused in our archives, we are pleased to make the material accessible to the public through themed online exhibitions and our ongoing series of publications: Artifacts from the Eames Collection.
If you are interested in stocking our publications, please get in touch.
For Charles and Ray Eames, play wasn’t just about having fun—it was a pathway to creativity. Showcasing the spirited toys and games they surrounded themselves with, this exhibition catalog offers insight into how play inspired the Eameses’ approach to design.
In 1950, artist Saul Steinberg spent a day at play within the office of Charles and Ray Eames, resulting in a notable collaboration. The outcome of their exchange is captured here through detailed artifacts, archival photographs, and artworks from their meeting.
When we think of Eames designs, chairs often come to mind. However, the Eameses also designed remarkable tables. This exhibition catalog explores their innovative approach to problem-solving, use of materials, and dedication to quality, as seen through their thoughtfully crafted tables.
From sketches and scraps to maquettes and models, this exhibition catalog celebrates Ray Eames’s unique working methods, facility with color and form, and affection for papers and materials, offering rare insight into her iconic contributions to Eames designs.
The evolution and enduring appeal of the Eames Aluminium Group is beautifully illustrated in this exhibition catalog through detailed artifacts and archival imagery of one of the most versatile and recognizable Eames designs.
In many respects postcards were the social media of the pre-digital age—an amalgam of visual inspiration, quick communiqué, and marketing tool. The examples featured here range from promotional materials the Eameses created for Herman Miller to personal notes they sent from afar.
