Biarritz Basque Book by Assouline Description On the south coast of France, there is an idyllic town that has hosted famous visitors such as Napoleon III and Coco Chanel, but it is also a surfer’s paradise. This captivating anomaly is none other than Biarritz. Imagine breathtaking landscapes, a rich cultural tapestry, and the aroma of…
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…
Book Athens Rivieira by Assouline Description Athens is experiencing a revival in art, nightlife and design. For a metropolis constantly associated with the past, modern advances in development and culture are sometimes overlooked in favor of the ruins and artifacts of antiquity. When in fact, the juxtaposition only enhances the beauty of both. The Athens…
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 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 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 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 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…
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 Andy Warhol: Impossible collection by Assouline Description Andy Warhol’s explosive Pop Art and sharp commentary on advertising and celebrity culture are renowned and deeply relevant even decades after their creation. Although Warhol himself can be a polarizing figure both personally and professionally, there is no doubt that he was a pioneer of the Pop…
Book Venice Synagogues: Impossible Collection by Assouline Description Commemorating the 500th anniversary of the founding of the Venice Ghetto, this magnificent hand-bound volume from the Ultimate Collection introduces readers to the beauty and historical and spiritual significance of Venice’s five principal synagogues, the most important markers of the faith and Jewish culture in the most…
Book Costa Smeralda by Assouline Description In perfect harmony with nature, the Costa Smeralda was born from the uninhabited and untouched territory of the northeastern tip of Sardinia. Discovering the unlimited potential of the region, Prince Aga Khan and other interested associates set to work developing and transforming Costa Smeralda into an exclusive and luxurious…