Book The Impossible Collection of Design by Assouline Description In recent years, the decorative furniture niche has become of immense interest to collectors, causing a surge in the auction market and record sales. Chosen by design expert Frederic Chambre, this selection of furniture unfolds like the frames of a film, an epic image composed of…
Book Watches: Impossible collection by Assouline Description In this stunning new addition to the Assouline series, British historian Nicholas Foulkes has selected the 100 revolutionary ” timepieces” of the 20th century, weighing the virtues of rarity, cost, innovative features, historical significance, great provenance and pleasant design. The watch – a microcosm of hundreds of tiny…
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….
Palm Beach book by Assouline Description In the early 1900s, former oil baron Henry Morrison Flagler became interested in the South Florida coast and began developing an exclusive resort community. Establishing a railroad that would allow easier access to the area, he then built two hotels he hoped that early American families would come to…
Book Miami Beach by Assouline Description Considered by many to be the most vibrant, fast-paced and sexiest city in the country, Miami is more popular than ever. Yet it is a city that does not just change but evolves, never rewriting the past, only adding to its illustrious legacy. And that’s the real beauty of…
Book Capri Dolce Vita by Assouline Description Capri, a resort island dating back to the height of the Roman Empire, has long been an extraordinary destination full of ancient charm. Cherished by everyone by doctor Axel Munthe, who recommended its clean air to his patients to cure bronchitis; to director Jean-Luc Godard as the setting…
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…
Book Diamonds: Diamond Stories by Assouline Description Formed billions of years ago deep beneath the earth’s surface, natural diamonds have always had an ethereal mysticism about them. Once reserved for royals, red carpets and life’s most festive moments, diamonds were considered symbols of wealth and prosperity that only a few could access. But with a…
Book Louis Vuitton Skin: Architecture of Luxury (Paris Edition) by Assouline Description Discover the breathtaking architecture of Louis Vuitton stores around the world in Louis Vuitton Skin: Architecture of Luxury. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Paul Goldberger takes readers on an exhilarating journey, exploring the various locations of the House, from So Paulo to Seoul. Rather than…
Book Dubai Wonder by Assouline Description An international port city and desert oasis, Dubai is one of the most important metropolises in the Middle East. With humble beginnings in the pearl diving, fishing and trading industries, Dubai has since eclipsed its historical origins. The most populous of the seven emirates united by founder Sheikh Zayed…
Book Guerlain: An Imperial Icon by Assouline Description Discover the legendary tale of Guerlains iconic “Bee Bottle” in Guerlain: An Imperial Icon. This volume from the Assouline Classics Collection celebrates the 170th anniversary of the Abeilles Bottle, a symbol of exceptional craftsmanship that embodies the enlightened values of tradition and excellence. Featuring historical and contemporary…
Dior book by Raf Simons d’Assouline Description Discover Raf Simons’ exquisite haute couture designs for Dior from 2012 to 2015, as he brought a contemporary touch to the famous Parisian fashion house. With insightful text from fashion journalist Tim Blanks, this volume showcases Simons’ aesthetic and innovative approach, merging it with the poetic femininity of…