anine Abraham, born in 1929, was a renowned French designer and decorator, best known for her collaboration with Dutch designer Dirk Jan Rol. She studied at the École Camondo in Paris, where she graduated in 1952, before meeting Rol in 1955. Together, they formed a creative partnership that became emblematic of mid-20th-century design. Their first joint creations were showcased at the Salon des Artistes Décorateurs in 1956, and their work quickly gained attention for its clean lines, geometric shapes, and use of natural materials such as rattan, bamboo, and enamelled metal. One of their most celebrated designs is the "Soleil" armchair, which won a gold medal at the 1958 Brussels World Expo. This chair, admired by designers like Jean Royère, reflects the combination of Rol’s architectural precision and Abraham’s imaginative flair. Their pieces, which continue to influence contemporary design, are highly sought after by collectors and are displayed in specialized galleries such as Demisch Danant and Galerie Canavèse. Janine Abraham passed away in 2005, but her legacy in the design world remains impactful.