Eileen Gray (1878-1976) was an Irish-born architect and furniture designer who pioneered the use of tubular steel and lacquer in modernist furniture. She began her career after studying at the Slade School of Fine Art in London and later in Paris. Gray is renowned for the iconic Bibendum Chair (1926), the Adjustable Round Table E1027 (1927), and her series of occasional tables. Her architectural work includes the E1027 house (1929) in the French Riviera. Gray’s designs combine geometric forms with luxurious materials and her unique interpretation of modernism.
Eileen Gray (1878-1976) was an Irish-born architect and furniture designer who pioneered the use of tubular steel and lacquer in modernist furniture. She began her career after studying at the Slade School of Fine Art in London and later in Paris. Gray is renowned for the iconic Bibendum Chair (1926), the Adjustable Round Table E1027 (1927), and her series of occasional tables. Her architectural work includes the E1027 house (1929) in the French Riviera. Gray's designs combine geometric forms with luxurious materials and her unique interpretation of modernism.