Tuscany Marvel book by Assouline Description The Italian region of Tuscany is a treat for all the senses. A creative incubator that has cultivated art and architecture from eras including Etruscan, Roman, Renaissance and modern times. Antiquated churches, once stops on 19th-century Grand Tours, stand in town piazzas. Hills of wheat and colorful olive trees,…
Book Hotel Esencia dAssouline Description The Esencia Hotel, one of the top 25 hotels in the world, is located on a 50-acre property along Mexico’s Riviera Maya, between Tulum and Playa del Carmen. This estate features a pristine white sand beach and a lush jungle backdrop. Known for its understated luxury, the hotel combines white…
Book Pablo Picasso: Impossible collection by Assouline Description Pablo Picasso redefined art throughout his extraordinary career, becoming indisputably one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. In this evocative volume, the artist’s granddaughter, Diana Widmaier Picasso, presents the quintessential 100 unique works that define the evolution of this illustrious artist, creating a stunning…
Book Arabian Leopard: Impossible Collection by Assouline Description A celebration of a magnificent creature: the Arabian leopard (Panthera pardus nimr). This subspecies has distinct characteristics resulting from thousands of years of evolution, making it ideally suited to the deserts and mountains of Arabia. An essay by wildlife conservationist Andrew Spalton traces the animal’s epic journey…
Book Jewelry: Impossible collection by Assouline Description “Bringing together the most remarkable pieces of the 20th century” – Harpers Bazaar India In this magnificent collection of the most spectacular jewels of the 20th century, fine jewelry historian Vivienne Becker selects the quintessential jewels that represent the milestones of jewelry design of the last hundred years….
Book Collection of Art (2nd Edition): Impossible Collection by Assouline Description Modern art is the new intellectual currency, attracting the attention of media moguls, hedge fund managers and Hollywood darlings, giving them access to an exclusive global community. Renowned art dealers Philippe Segalot and Franck Giraud have curated The Impossible Collection of Art, an unprecedented…
Book Modern Iran: Impossible Collection by Assouline Description During her reign as the first queen in Iranian history, Empress Farah Pahlavi dedicated her life to serving the Iranian people, creating and organizing museums and festivals across the country. With a keen eye and in collaboration with Sotheby’s, Christie’s and the Met, the Empress was able…
Book The Art of Manufacture: Alain Ducasse dAssouline Description Discover the know-how that begins with the hand of an artisan, whether roaster, chocolatier, ice cream maker or pastry chef. It is a delicate and beautiful gesture that embodies the philosophy “At the origin, taste”. Since the opening of Chef Alain Ducasse’s first Manufacture in 2013,…
Book Marrakech Flair by Assouline Description It has been said that Marrakech awakens all the senses. Whether seeing the intricate zellige tiles; smell the various spices sold in the souks; hear the call to prayer emanate from neighboring mosques; touch the soft leather used to make a pair of babouches (leather sandals); enjoying a tasty…
Book Eden Rock-St Barths by Assouline Description Eden RockSt Barths, an iconic luxury hotel, traces its origins to the 1940s, when aviator Remy de Haenen discovered a magnificent promontory on St. Barthelemy. In 1953, it was transformed into the most exclusive guest house in the world, paving the way for unparalleled luxury, gastronomy and well-being….
Book African Adventures: The Greatest Safari On Earth by Assouline Description Embark on a magical journey into the African wilderness and be transformed forever. Witness the awe-inspiring interactions of a lioness and her cubs or a baby elephant learning to use its trunk and be amazed by the natural wonders of Africa. African Adventures: The…
Book New York Chic by Assouline Description Take a trip to New York, with Assouline as your guide. This megalopolis is often intimidating and overwhelming, but New York Chic, seen through the warm lens of Oliver Pilcher, presents a more intimate vision of the city, beyond the stereotypes. Daily moments with New Yorkers, as they…