From the creation of its first writing implements in 1868 to today''s position as the world''s second largest producer of fine writing instruments, Cartier has beautifully combined technical innovatio
From Adam to Yiddish, via comics, Dreyfus, exile, Jerusalem, Kabbala, magic, and the Torah, this volume celebrates Jewish art, history, and traditions in five hundred illustrated alphabetical entries.
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
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
Step behind the scenes with Guendalina Litta―a preeminent party designer who has invented magical moments for her rarified clientele for more than thirty years. Guendalina Litta is a veritable dream m
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
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
This beautifully produced volume is dedicated to the new collection of high jewelry from Cartier. The rare and audacious association of precious and fine gemstones―like amazonite enhanced with diamon
Glamorous fashion editor Mary Russell’s personal photographs capture the effervescence of the 1960s and 1970s from within the international fashion and art scenes. As Paris fashion correspondent for p
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
Eighteen recently-designed homes demonstrate how Axel Vervoordt incorporates nature, art, and timeless interiors to create living spaces that encourage self-reflection, inspiration, and happiness. Fo
This comprehensive monograph on Pritzker prizewinning architect Tadao Ando covers the span of his impressive career, with previously unpublished material and insight into his sources of inspiration.Th
Sixty-seven female artists and their work from the sixteenth century to the present demonstrate the evolution of art through a female-empowered lens.The history of art has been forever considered, wri
Helena Rubinstein’s remarkable life―from the inception of her beauty empire to the legacy she left behind―is celebrated in this comprehensive book that retraces her inspiring story.Helena Rubinstein w
A panoramic exploration of Cuba''s extraordinary art world, including exclusive interviews with thirty-five of the island''s most influential artists and photography by Camillo Guevara.Retracing the v
A unique glimpse inside a world of luxury, tradition, and splendor. Many historic homes in Paris serve as residences to foreign ambassadors; these historical sites are closed to the general public. Fr
Previously unpublished photographs and iconic portraits of musicians from the 1950s through the 1980s offer a new perspective on Doisneau''s remarkable talent.Master photographer Robert Doisneau''s pa
Beloved Impressionist painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir left a vibrant legacy that influenced the life and films of his son, the acclaimed director Jean Renoir.The Impressionist paintings of Pierre-August
Blending history and fantasy, science and art, the story of how dinosaurs were discovered and reimagined comes to life through splendid illustrations in this handsome slipcased volume. Stegosaur
Jacques Garcia''s meticulous restoration of Villa Balbiano, a magnificient Italian architectural masterpiece with a centuries-long history. Esteemed interior architect Jacques Garcia has underta
Pierre Sauvage, designer of luxury homewares and interiors, brings the reader inside his French homes―both urban and country―providing inspiration and advice for creating effortlessly elegant interior
This intimate tour provides a lesson from Jacques Garcia in the art and technique of historic house and garden restoration.The Château de Villette, situated in a lush woodlandnear Paris, has been an o
Step inside the chteaux of the fabled red wines of the Mdoc and white wines of Sauternes on this insiders tour, complete with tasting notes for the great vintages. The landmark creation of the Grands
Ferrandi, the French School of Culinary Arts in Paris―dubbed "the Harvard of gastronomy" by Le Monde newspaper―is the ultimate pastry-making reference. From flaky croissants to paper-thin m
This ultimate reference on the legendary Parisian jeweler showcases Chaumets key creations from 1780 to the present, drawing on unpublished archival material and contemporary designs. Quintesse
A life in the spotlight can make it harder still to weather the passing of time, but Estelle Lefébure―former supermodel and French wellness sensation―has discovered the secret. French women reportedly
The story of luxury fashion house Lancel, from its founders and innovative designs to its contemporary collections and famous collaborations. Lancel, the iconic French fashion house renowned for est
This decade-by-decade retrospective of Pierre & Gilles’s vast oeuvre showcases the genesis and development of their sublime, kitsch, and pointedly confected fusion of photography and painting. On the
This comprehensive guide to vegetarian cooking presents over 200 step-by-step techniques and 100 illustrated recipes for delicious, easy-to-prepare, meat-free meals for the whole family. Vegetarian cu
Renowned French pastry chef Pierre Herme displays his artistic mastery in this homage to chocolate through recipes that highlight the diversity of the world’s favorite ingredient in all its forms. Nic
Groundbreaking fashion photographer Gleb Derujinsky invigorated the fashion industry with his glamorous, exotic, and often unconventional photographs. Gleb Derujinsky’s career as a fashion photographe
This monograph dedicated to the most spectacular example of Parisian First Empire interior architecture retraces the history of the building and the lives of its residents. The Hôtel de Beauharnais, c
A seasoned duo of modeling agents offers a three-week program to identify your best personal style with daily activities to transform you into your most beautiful self―from the inside out. Two fashion
Trish Deseine offers 90 signature recipes inspired by the Bon Marche, Paris’s gastronomic hot spot. Inside the exclusive Bon Marche Rive Gauche department store, the Grande Epicerie de Paris offers a
Discover a dozen exceptional Bordeaux wine estates, complete with tasting notes from a renowned wine critic. From Lafite Rothschild to Angelus to Cheval Blanc, Bordeaux produces the world’s finest win
Overlooking the sparkling Mediterranean Sea, chef Gerald Passedat draws inspiration from the abundance of local seafood, sun-ripened vegetables, fragrant herbs, and sumptuous wines. Photographs of his
This work traces the artists and photographers who―whether fascinated or repelled by prostitution in all its forms―captured the realities and fantasies of this ambiguous world. From the scandalous Oly
Imbued with over eight centuries of history, A Day at Chateau de Fontainebleau offers unique historical insight into the lives of over thirty-four French sovereigns who inhabited and enhanced this gre
This volume commemorates Vacheron Constantin’s uninterrupted 260-year history devoted to watchmaking excellence. Geneva-based Vacheron Constantin has maintained its reputation for producing ex
Former airline steward Bernard Laurance traveled the globe in pursuit of authentic dessert recipes from the world’s great culinary traditions. French food blogger Bernard Laurance takes the reader on
