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The Beauty of Physical Poetry
Douglas Kirkland one of the doyens of portrait photography in the motion picture industry, notably in Hollywood has produced a new book. In this publication his portraits entwine themselves with the world of letters. Françoise Kirkland stands at the helm of an ebullient team – the sky dancer Erika Lemay, costume designer Simone Guidarelli, element desinger William Thoren together created a modern-day abecedarium. The book is a celebration of design, a circus and a movie – all rolled into one and incorporating beautiful artistic expression of the alphabet, echoing similar exercises in Western culture from the Renaissance to the great works of Art Deco, notably Erté’s famous Alphabet Suite. Besides…
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READING: Bvlgari: The Joy of Gems
This book features the exquisite high jewelry of Bvlgari. Bvlgari jewels embody the quintessence of elegant Italian design. Their memorable creations are inspired by vibrant color, life, and the light of exceptional gemstones. Their brand is infused with an innate Roman sense of history, heritage and moves with an audacious modern spirit. Jewelry With Soul Like the Eternal City from which they hail, the soul of their works carried the essence of classicism, great proportions and geometry with a sophisticated flair; each one a wearable piece of art and a testament to their skill and design sense. Symphony of Color Harmonies There is a joy imbued in every piece, with…
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Kensington Palace, London: A Legacy of Luxury Book Launch
The Rolls-Royce Enthusiasts’ Club (RREC), established in 1957, is celebrating its diamond jubilee over the coming year. To mark this milestone the RREC will be launching a new publication entitled, A Legacy of Luxury – Celebrating the RREC’s Diamond Jubilee. Produced by leading London publisher St James’s House and written by an editorial team of experts, aficionados and tastemakers, the beautifully designed, 444-page hardback spotlights Rolls-Royce motor cars past and present and delves into the stories and personalities that make the marque “the best car in the world.” “What better way to launch this wonderful book than with a celebration of the finer things in life? As part of the…
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Irresistible Reads: Harrison Design 25
Harrison Design 25 Text by Henrika Dyck Taylor, Foreword by Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk Hardcover / 453 pages / 446 color illustrations /$65 / ISBN: 978-1-5323-0471-2 / Publication Date: December 10, 2016 Harrison Design is an internationally acclaimed architecture firm known for its comprehensive architectural design services, close-knit office culture and a tradition of mentorship and service. Founded in Atlanta, GA, by William H. Harrison in 1991, the firm has thriving offices in Los Angeles, New York, Santa Barbara, St. Simons Island, and Washington, DC, and deep Southern roots that reach national and an increasing international clientele. Celebrating 25 Years “Harrison Design 25” celebrates the firm’s twenty fifth anniversary with a retrospective…
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Irresistible Reads – Jaeger-LeCoultre Yearbook Ten The Art of Revealing the Unexpected
JAEGER-LECOULTRE YEARBOOK 10 In fine fashion once again, Jaeger-LeCoultre creates a feast for the eyes on the page melding photographic art and the beautiful expression of their fine timepieces. Revealing the unexpected. This theme at the heart of the history and creation by Jaeger-LeCoultre is highlighted with a blend of subtlety and emotion through the stories featured in the tenth year of the Yearbook. A Decade of Art Photography & 85 Years of Reverso This edition celebrates a double anniversary: ten years of the publication and 85 years of the Reverso, the iconic watch from the Grande Maison. A volume packed with surprises in which photos and words enable us…
Ode to Luxury and The Art of Life
