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The development of textiles as an art form between 1940 and 1976, and the extent of collaboration between artists and textile manufacturers at this time, is unrivalled in modern art history. Raoul Dufy was the first twentieth-century artist to become...

Tells the fabulous story of the founder of this famous and respected Parisian jeweller as well as the tales of passion, crime and intrigue of his famous and infamous client. The House of Boucheron represents one of the great Parisian jewellers of ...

For the past thirty years, this book has, in its various editions, outsold all others on British antique furniture simply because it is unique in explaining what to look for when assessing the value of individual pieces. In this, the fifth edition, t...

The best-selling guide to British antique furniture for over forty years, now in its sixth edition. For the past forty years this book has, in its various editions, outsold all others on British antique furniture simply because it is unique in exp...

* Alex Hanbuckers of the famous 'Auberge Herborist' , the 'El Bulli' of the Low Countries, is back with an absolute masterpiece * A case containing two books: a multilingual coffee table book and a handy guide filled to the brim with dishes that c...

Italian Renaissance art is closely intertwined with the development of courts and court culture in much of the Italian territory. The patronage of the ruling families of the small Italian city-states greatly favoured the flourishing of the figurative...

This series will bring together unique, inspiring interiors by renowned photographers worldwide and is made in cooperation with photo agency Taverne Agency. A unique book that showcases the homes and interiors of artists from all over the world. Be...

A visual feast of outstanding paintings by British, European and American artists Traces the development of pure-bred dogs and the social milieu in which they became fashionable Filled with anecdotes about animal-loving patrons such as Queen Victor...

Ferdinand Preiss (1882-1943) was the most prolific sculptor of the Art Deco period in Germany; he combined ivory, bronze, onyx and marble to create the most dazzling sculptures of his day. Preiss entered into an apprenticeship with his uncle, a ma...

This study of picture frames by Newbery, a framer and frame conservator, is illustrated entirely from the Ashmolean's diverse collection of original frames, dating from early 14th century Italy to 20th century England. Frames fulfil a variety of f...

ILLUSTRATIONS: 94 col., 718 b&w The Great Exhibition at the Crystal Palace in London in 1851 was the first of a series of international exhibitions that have continued, in one form or another, to the present day. The content of these exhibitions gav...

Showcases over 1000 hairstyles and explores trends through the ages from ancient Greece to modern day Hairstyles: Ancient to Present is not only the most comprehensive survey of hairstyles ever published, it is also a visual celebration of this re...

A long-overdue history of this fascinating decorative art, illustrated with stunning colour throughout Includes a directory of japan artists and decorators, and offers details of japanners in the English Midlands, London, Oxford and other European...

A definitive work of reference Features images, techniques, materials and producers of the jewels made in Spain and in the New World, in the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries Includes images of many jewels that have never before been published In ef...

A stunning selection of textiles, chosen not just for their elegance and beauty, but also for their relevance to the history of textile design; each one is representative of the design movements of its time; features specially commissioned new pho...

"Louis Agassiz Fuertes fut jugé par beaucoup comme le meileur artiste ornithologiste que le monde ait connu. Soixante-dix ans après sa disparition, ce jugement demeure fondé à bien des égards, malgré la venue de nouveaux talents remarquables, spécial...

Liberty's Furniture 1875-1915 includes beautiful photography which showcases a wide selection of Liberty Furniture Features photographs of original pieces This book gives particular attention to the work of one of Britain's foremost Arts and Crafts...

The aim of the collection is to offer a series of short monographs which, though brief, nevertheless deal with all aspects of the master's personality: works, constructed or otherwise, primary written sources, critiques and photographic interpret...

This is the most comprehensive and wide-ranging survey of Ottoman Architecture ever produced. It extends to over 700 pages and is illustrated with over 1000 fabulous illustrations, plans of buildings, maps and drawings. The author is a leading author...

P&O: Across the Oceans, Across the Years is a beautifully compiled book illustrated with over 200 images from the P&O Heritage Collection An engaging and richly illustrated homage to one of the most famous companies afloat, in its 175th anniversary ...

A beautiful little book about one of the Ashmolean's most famous paintings at a time when the Ashmolean is very much in the spotlight The Hunt in the Forest is the foundation of the Ashmolean's distinguished collection of old master painti...

ILLUSTRATIONS: 120 b&w * Newly discovered images of British fashion taken by world famous photographers for The Sunday Times during the 1960s, using the finest models of the day and published for the first time since their original appearance in e...

The 19th century produced dozens of independent designers, particularly towards the end of the period.   As the furniture trade developed, so manufacturers and retailing split. Catalogues began to be used in retail shops as they are today. Competit...

The aim of the collection is to offer a series of short monographs which, though brief, nevertheless deal with all aspects of the master's personality: works, constructed or otherwise, primary written sources, critiques and photographic interpretatio...

A stunning collection of photographs illustrating the rich diversity of Richmond Park throughout the seasons, taken by award-winning photographer Alex Saberi. Sir David Attenborough has described Richmond Park as 'A very special place' - and...

The aim of the collection is to offer a series of short monographs which, though brief, nevertheless deal with all aspects of the master's personality: works, constructed or otherwise, primary written sources, critiques and photographic interpret...

This concise yet wide-ranging survey of collectable antique furniture, illustrated throughout in full colour, guides the new collector through almost three centuries of Western Furniture with clarity and authority. Invaluable as a reference tool, ...

Why is Faberg, unique? What is champlev, enamel? Why should emeralds be regarded with suspicion? Which jewels contain miniature coffins? Starting to Collect Antique Jewellery tracks the progress of jewellery designs from early times to the twentieth ...

Illustrations: 259 col., 203 b&w After an introduction to the full background of silver as a precious metal, Ian Pickford's guide offers a lively, authoritative survey of the diverse uses to which it has been put in decorative and practical objects ...

The first monograph on the work of milliner Stephen Jones. With a preface by John Galliano and texts by authorities such as Hamish Bowles, Andrew Bolton, Suzy Menkes and Anna Piaggi, with new photography by Nick Knight and David Bailey. "Picture the...

Devoted to the work of one of the 20th century's greatest jewellery designers. Suzanne Belperron was one of the most talented and influential jewellery designers of the 20th century. Inspired by the discovery of her personal archives in 2007, ...

- The ultimate record of the work of a world-class photographer - Capturing the iconic, candid, and unguarded moments of the famous and the notorious Terry O'Neill is one of the world's most celebrated and collected photographers. No one ...

To see the great art galleries, stately homes and museums up and down Britain today is to witness the rich story of the British as art collectors, a narrative that mirrors the history of the country. In this remarkable new book, James Stourton and Ch...

Illustrations: 430 col., 7 b&w The Kashmiri shawl is rooted in a complex tradition of craft that dates back at least five hundred years. Its uniqueness lies in a combination of factors that have made it virtually impossible to duplicate anywhere els...

The ideal present for art lovers! Nudity, sensuality and sexuality in the Louvre paintings translated into a fantastic and surprising photographic concept The alluring design of the book stems from the wish to create a box suggestive of s...

One of the best and most important collections of sculpture in the biggest and most famous museum in the world, an exceptional photographic interpretation in 162 sensational pictures, a tribute to sensuality in art The ideal gift book for...

Of all institutions, common to all societies throughout human history, slavery is the only constant. It would not be wildly inaccurate to suggest that well over 90% of all humanity has been subjected to slavery of some description. In one form or ano...

The Belle Époque (Beautiful Era), which dates from the late nineteenth century to the start of World War I, was an incredible period of creative and scientific activity. Until his death in 1901 at the age of 36, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec was one of i...

This is the first comprehensive book on Venetian mosaics of the nineteenth century. It illustrates work by both the Salviati Company and the Venice and Murano Glass and Mosaic Company. A carefully researched work, Venetian Glass addresses the revival...

You've seen them in wonderful old movies, sparkling on Audrey Hepburn, or Joan Crawford or Claudette Colbert, looking as if they cost millions of pounds. They didn't. They're not the real thing, but they were made with the same care and a...