An Eames of Your Own is a new initiative by the Eames Institute of Infinite Curiosity aimed at those wishing to start collecting Eames furniture. Led by the institute’s head of acquisitions and research Daniel Ostroff, the guide lists what to keep in mind and what to look out for when acquiring vintage Eames furniture.
'The timeless quality of Eames designs has made the work of Ray and Charles beloved not only among fans of midcentury modern furniture, but just about anyone who enjoys the beauty and usefulness of good design,' writes Jeremy Lehrer in a text introducing the project. Even though original vintage Eames furniture sells for much steeper prices than its contemporary-made counterparts, 'it doesn’t take a fortune to collect vintage Eames furniture – through a combination of diligent research and informed knowledge, you can still find quality pieces at affordable prices'.
