Celebrating Dior’s floral inspirations in fashion and perfume, this unique volume features a portfolio of rose portraits by acclaimed fashion photographer Nick Knight. For Christian Dior, perfume was
Cooking for others is a source of pleasure and joy, especially when bringing a group together for the simple delight of a shared meal. As soon as you set the table, it’s a party! When the food is deli
FERRANDI Paris, the French School of Culinary Arts―dubbed the “Harvard of gastronomy” by Le Monde newspaper―provides the ultimate reference on cooking with vegetables. Infusing mealtimes with deliciou
Discover a luxurious wine château and private residence in the south of France designed by the innovative architecture firm OITOEMPONTO. Near the glittering coast of the French Riviera, surrounded by
This comprehensive monograph presents the flagship projects―both completed and in progress―designed by the innovative architects Jakob + MacFarlane.International architectural firm Jakob + MacFarlane―
Enter into the fascinating world of precious gems through this unique volume that brings together the wonders of mineralogy and masterpieces of jewelry. Both a reference book and an exhibition catalog
Over 120 vegan, gluten-free recipes bursting with flavor that are both good for you and good for the planet. What if, with each meal, you could change the world for the better? Globetrotting, health-f
Pierre Sauvage invites us into the homes of twenty international tastemakers, offering inspiration from living and dining room interiors to table settings, floral arrangements, and recipes.The most we
A comprehensive, illustrated tribute to the life and works of the most influential female Impressionist painter. Berthe Morisot won over the Impressionists with her talent and became the first woman o
Bursting with color and dramatic focal points, these exceptional interiors offer exclusive access into the homes of Paris’s finest art and antiques aficionados. The magic of Paris is distinctly captur
Exquisite photography of one of France’s most significant historical landmarks. The largest chateau in the world still holds a thousand and one hidden secrets. While Versailles has been described in d
Published to coincide with the 100th anniversary of Dali's birth, a compact museumgoer's guide to the life, times, and works of one of the most notorious personalities of twentiethcentury art, and one
An insider’s tour of the magnificent seventeenth-century castle and gardens, conceived by Le Vau, Le Brun, and Le Notre, that inspired the great chateaux of Europe. Vaux le Vicomte’s rich hist
Featuring personal correspondence, lavish illustrations, and a wealth of unpublished material, this handsome slipcased volume reveals an intimate portrait of Marie Antoinette, her personal collections, and Versailles. Marie Antoinette was a mirror of her time. Never has a queen been so passionately admired and adulated, then hunted, vilified, and defamed. Spanning her tragically brief yet passionate life—from the young queen playing a shepherdess on stage, unaware of the turmoil in the capital, to France’s guillotined “martyr queenT—the author demystifies the legend, unveiling the woman behind the queen, and the wife and mother behind the sovereign.Readers will experience the palatial luxury of the queen’s Versailles by tracing Marie Antoinette’s footsteps through the royal residence, as well as discovering her voice through rare letters and encountering little-known works in her private art collection.
An insider’s tour through the exceptional contemporary interiors of Rio, a vibrant creative hub and one of the hottest destinations on the planet. Rio de Janeiro is an iconic city of vibrant contrasts
In the same understated, covetable style as her husband’s interiors, May Vervoordt’s recipes bring out the essence of fresh ingredients in simple yet exceptional dishes. Over the past twenty-five year
Jacques Dupin, esteemed French poet and Miro’s friend and collaborator since 1956, is the ultimate authority on the artist. He has organized numerous exhibitions devoted to the artist, and he presides
The stories of thirty-three women who enthralled society’s artistic geniuses and thus inspired the creation of some of the greatest works of the past two centuries. American Lee Miller was a successf
A comprehensive tour of the magnificent Château de Chantilly, its superlative art collection, important stables, and beautiful gardens. The Domaine de Chantilly is an exceptional treasure of French cu
