Ines de la Fressange―quintessential parisienne and New York Times best-selling author of the Parisian Chic series―has created an exquisite stationery line that brings a luxurious French touch to daily
Exceptional new photography brings readers behind the scenes of the Trianons and Marie Antoinette’s Hamlet at Versailles―including areas usually closed to the public.Life in the Château de Versailles
Antoine Agoudjian’s comprehensive tome is dedicated to the Armenian cultural memory and identity; it marks the centenary of the Armenian genocide. Antoine Agoudjian has dedicated his life’s work to th
Two Michelin–starred chef Jean-Francois Piege divulges more than 300 recipes from his exceptional restaurant, with suggestions for combining key ingredients into inventive menus. Visitors to award-win
Ines de la Fressange―quintessential parisienne and New York Times best-selling author of the Parisian Chic series―has created an exquisite stationery line that brings a luxurious French touch to daily
A retrospective on the late figurative painter's fascination with feline subjects, published as a companion to the Metropolitan Museum's Balthus exhibition "Cats and Girls," explains the symbolism wit
Long-time fashion editor and style maven Elizabeth Walker navigates fashion devotees through an inspired selection of images showcasing the recurring themes that define the essence of style. Followi
Inspired by contemporary Symbolist theory and the art of Paul Gauguin, the Nabis set out to revolutionize traditional aesthetics, turning their talents to painting, printmaking, posters, book illustra
Brassai's interest in graffiti began in the early 1930s. He published photographs of carvings found on the walls of the French capital, accompanied by a commentary, in a 1934 edition of the Surrealist
This beautifully illustrated volume brings the essence of Provence to home decor. Nothing about a true provencal house is accidental. The stone for the walls is faded by centuries of sun, the fabrics
Agnolo Bronzino (1503-1572) was one of the leading representatives of Florentine Mannerist painting. In this important new study, the eminent French art historian Maurice Brock provides a detailed ana
Axel Vervoordt began purchasing antiques in his teens and has steadily built a vast collection of exquisite objects from around the world. He is renowned for his prestigious exhibitions at major world
This lavish presentation of the artistic and architectural heritage of three great Central Asian cities will appeal to armchair travellers, historians, artists, and anyone ready to be dazzled. The boo
Even those who think they know Paris will be surprised and delighted by this captivating book, written and illustrated by two experts in the art of discovering the hidden Paris. In the course of his l
Cartier epitomizes creativity and individuality in jewelry design. The 175 objects featured in this book exemplify Cartier’s inimitable talent and represent milestones in twentieth-century design. The
Paris claims to have invented the restaurant with the opening of Beauvilliers in 1784, and here are over 100 dining places that keep the city at the crossroads of culinary tradition and innovation. Ri
A veritable treasure trove of ideas for French-inspired interiors culled from the most creative antiques shops across France. French styles set the mood for unique and timeless interiors. Add charm to
In the heart of Paris’s exclusive Faubourg St. Honore neighborhood, the magnificent nineteenth-century residence of the American ambassador to France is the center of Franco-American relations and the
Doisneau’s work immortalized the magic of Paris for posterity; this stunning compact edition, edited by the artist’s daughters, includes over six hundred photographs. Doisneau is celebrated for his ab
This monograph—published to coincide with the Bauhaus exhibition at the MoMA (November 8, 2009-January 25, 2010)—celebrates the work of twenty women artists who created feverishly in all the teaching,
