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 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 Yachts: Impossible collection by Assouline Description Since time immemorial, monarchs, nobility and aristocracy have aspired to spend their free time on the water. From Cleopatra’s legendary luxury barge to Her Majesty’s royal yacht Britannia, from elegant Jazz Age ships such as the Nahlin, once chartered by King Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson, to ’60s…
Book Royal Oak: From Iconoclast to Icon by Assouline Description Royal Oak: From Iconoclast to Icon traces how Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak caused a sensation when it was released in 1972, with its hand-finished stainless steel armor housing the finest self-winding mechanical movement of its era and shone around the world in the decades that…
Book Interview: 50 Years of Assouline Description In 1969, Andy Warhol launched Interview, an underground film journal that quickly transformed into an iconic symbol of New York culture and style. The monthly’s wide-ranging conversations and irreverent approach opened doors to society’s inner circles and became a launching pad for creative talents such as Andre Leon…
Book Roy Lichtenstein: Impossible collection by Assouline Description Roy Lichtenstein’s comic book-inspired paintings and irreverent spirit have resonated with collectors and art lovers for more than half a century. Museums and galleries compete to exhibit his work, and in the marketplace he is one of the most coveted names in contemporary art. Famous for imbuing…
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 AlUla Flora by Assouline Description AlUla, an enchanting ancient desert oasis located in a remote corner of Saudi Arabia, is a hidden gem. In the captivating pages of AlUla Flora, the natural splendor of this land is revealed through a dynamic fusion of original photographs, illustrations and artwork. Explore more than eighty diverse species…
Book Chanel: Impossible collection by Assouline Description “Karl Lagerfeld elevated Chanel’s status from classic to legendary by reinventing her famous designs for a new era. Bazaar contributor Alexander Fury’s book is a testament to that influence” – Harper’s Bazaar More than any other designer of her time, Gabrielle Chanel had the ability to predict the…
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 The School of Fashion 30 Parsons Designers by Assouline Description For more than a century, Parsons The New School for Design has been synonymous with the best in American fashion, encouraging creative talent and pushing the boundaries of style around the world. The staggering influence of the school’s many alumni has created a legacy…
Book Fernando Botero: Impossible Collection by Assouline Description Fernando Botero pursued excellence in art for sixty-five turbulent years, mastering numerous techniques and creating a formidable body of work of over 3,000 paintings, over 200 sculptures, and at least 12,000 drawings. Few artists have been able to create a world as distinctive as Botero’s, instantly recognizable…