Book Camels Froms Saudi Arabia (Classic) by Assouline Description Imagine the deserts of Saudi Arabia. Windswept sand dunes. Sculptural rock formations. And in the distance, a camel, standing boldly in the rays of the sun. Camels, and more particularly the dromedary, or one-humped camel, are an icon of the Arab landscape. Throughout Saudi Arabia’s history,…
Louis Vuitton Book: Virgil Abloh (Classic Cartoon Cover) by Assouline Description When Virgil Abloh took his first bow for Louis Vuitton in June 2018, fashion changed forever. The newest addition to the Classics collection, Louis Vuitton: Virgil Abloh pays homage to the designer’s groundbreaking creativity on and off the runway. Featuring more than 250 incredibly…
Monte Carlo book by Assouline Description A treasure trove of glitz and glamor awaits you on an exclusive two-mile coastline along the Mediterranean Sea. High-rollers, professional athletes and international stars flock to Monaco in droves. Although filled with flashy sports cars, luxury apartments, super-yachts and unlimited entertainment, this rocky promontory has no shortage of culture…
Gold Book: Impossible Collection by Assouline Description Pure, indestructible, dazzling gold: since the dawn of time, this precious metal has sparked countless fantasies and beliefs. May it lead powerful sovereigns to the afterlife, delicately illuminate the Buddhist pagodas of Southeast Asia, illuminate the halos of saints, make the crowns of kings and popes shine, shine…
18th Century Style Book by Assouline Description The 18th century embodies aesthetic perfection through monuments like Versailles and the opulence of Marie Antoinette’s court, showcasing the Enlightenment ideals of reason and freedom. From rococo to neoclassicism, it marked a dynamic era in arts, design and literature, whose stylistic codes still inspire contemporary creators. Assouline’s Style…
Pop Art Style Book by Assouline Description In the 1950s, a young man from Pittsburgh named Andy Warhol made a comfortable living as a commercial illustrator in New York. But his ambitions went far beyond that; soon he was painting Coca-Cola bottles and filling a gallery with paintings of Campbell’s soup cans. He certainly wasn’t…
Book Chinese Art: Impossible Collection by Assouline Description Over the past century, China has experienced a period of more rapid growth and total transformation than any other nation in modern history. How can we begin to understand the country that emerged from such a dramatic era of change The answer may lie in Chinese art….
Book Makkah – The Holy City of Islam: Impossible Collection by Assouline Description Embark on a journey to the heart of Islamic culture with Makkah, a must-read book for anyone wishing to explore this holy city. Considered a unique experience, a visit to Mecca immerses visitors in the traditions and religious significance that are so…
Book Tiffany & Co.: Crafting Victory by Assouline Description Tiffany & Co.’s renowned hollowware workshop, located in Cumberland, Rhode Island, handcrafts the house’s spectacular sterling silver vessels, from decorative accessories such as trays and vases to some of the trophies the most sought-after athletes in the world. The tradition of excellence in Tiffany hollowware dates…
Book Riva Aquarama: Impossible collection by Assouline Description When it comes to glamor and high-end style on the seas, there is nothing more captivating than the Aquarama. Imagined by the legendary Carlo Riva, the wooden speed car has become an icon of Italian design and the Riva Aquarama book, published by Assouline, is celebrating its…
Book Bosphorus Private by Assouline Description From the Greek, Roman, Persian and Byzantine eras to the Ottoman Empire to the present day, the Bosphorus Strait is a historic and picturesque region of Turkey. As the crossroads of the European and Asian subsections of the country, it is home to rich culture, incredible people, delicious cuisine,…
Book Hamptons Private by Assouline Description “The Hamptons” is synonymous with luxury. Just mentioning the name conjures up images of pool parties, palatial waterfront estates, and endless days on the beach socializing with the upper echelon. But before this famous peninsula became the summer haunt of the glitterati, its forty miles of rolling sand dunes…