Eileen Gray and the Michelin aka Bibendum Chair

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Bold and pioneering, Eileen Gray’s work speaks for itself. However, Gray’s work was initially overlooked in the male-dominated design industry of the early 20th century. Acclaim and recognition wouldn’t come until the very last years of the furniture designer and architect’s life. 

Born in 1878 as Kathleen Eileen Moray, Gray grew up in both Ireland and E…