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An enhanced facsimile of Jones's Icones, one of the most scientifically important and visually stunning works on butterflies and moths ever created

Jones’s Icones contains finely delineated paintings of more than 760 species of Lepidoptera, many of which it described for the first time, marking a critical moment in the study of natural history. With Iconotypes Jones’s seminal work is published for the first time, accompanied by expert commentary and contextual essays, and featuring annotated maps showing the location of each species.

Jones painted the species between the early 1780s and 1800, drawing from his own collection and the collections of Joseph Banks, Dru Drury, Sir James Edward Smith, John Francillon, the British Museum and the Linnean Society. For every specimen painting he provided a species name, the collection from which it was taken and the geographical location in which it was found. In 1787, during a visit to London, the Danish scientist Johann Christian Fabricius studied Jones’s paintings and based 231 species of butterfly and moths on them. In this enhanced facsimile, Jones’s references to historic references are clarified and modern taxonomic names are provided, together with notes on which paintings serve as iconotypes. Contextual commentary by specialist entomologist Richard I. Vane-Wright gives an account of Jones’s life and his motivation for collecting butterflies and creating the Icones, and evaluates the significance of his work. Interspersed at intervals between the pages of Jones’s paintings are modern maps showing the location of each species painted, and expert essays on the development of lepidoptery and taxonomy after Linneaus, and the roles of collectors and natural history artists from the late 1700s to mid-1800s.

Contents List:

Foreword by Professor Paul Smith, Director of Oxford University Museum of Natural History
Introduction: William Jones & the Birth of the Icones by Richard I .Vane-Wright

Icones Volume I: Papiliones Equites: Troes & Achivi
Map—Distribution of iconotype species in Europe
Article—The early study of Lepidoptera by Alberto Zilli
Icones Volume II: Papiliones Heliconii
Map—Distribution of iconotype species in North & Central America
Icones Volume III: Papiliones Danai: Candidi & Festivi
Map—Distribution of iconotype species in South America
Article—A flourishing of lepidopterological activity by Alberto Zilli
Icones Volume IV: Papiliones Nymphales: Gemmati & Phalerati
Map—Distribution of iconotype species in Asia
Article—Collecting Lepidoptera in the 18th & 19th centuries by Arlene Leis
Icones Volume V: Papiliones Nymphales
Map—Distribution of iconotype species in Africa
Article—The art of painting butterflies by Stefanie Jovanovic-Kruspel
Icones Volume VI: Papiliones Plebeji
Map—Distribution of iconotype species in Australasia
Article—The decline of Lepidoptera around the globe by Francisco Sánchez-Bayo
Icones Volume VII: Papiliones

Conclusion: The Legacy of William Jones by Richard I. Vane-Wright
Full listing of Jones’s iconotypes
Bibliography
Sources of illustrations
Index to the butterflies
Index to the articles
Acknowledgments

About the Author:

Oxford University Museum of Natural History conserves in its archives the only manuscript copy of Jones’s Icones in existence in the world, together with Jones’s surviving papers, correspondence, field notebooks and butterfly and moth collection.
Richard I. Vane-Wright is an entomologist and taxonomist who has been associated with the Natural History Museum for nearly sixty years. A specialist on butterflies, he retired from the museum in 2004 as Head Keeper of the Department of Entomology. He has 250 journal publications to his name, and books including Milkweed Butterflies and The Seymer Legacy. He is also involved with biodiversity conservation and local entomological projects.

Make simple and fun paper craft models with this easy origami book and paper kit.

The ancient art of origami originated in Japan, where it is steeped in traditional values. The 20 models presented in this kit include many with strong symbolic meanings, such as the carp, the frog and the crane, which symbolize longevity, good luck and perseverance. Also included in this kit are paper models which have practical uses, such as a bag in which to store spices or powdered medications, the masu box for containing small gifts, and uniquely shaped notes with elaborate closures. The more playful side of origami is represented as well: the stylized sumo wrestler with realistic moves has entertained Japanese children for centuries, and the paper Samurai hat is fun to play with.

Origami is an ideal activity for children since paper folding develops dexterity and creativity. Origami is also a craft based on a few fundamental 3D folding techniques, so Japanese Origami for Beginners Kit is a useful starting point for fans of all ages and abilities. Although this book is aimed at origami beginners, it contains projects suitable for origami fans of all ages and abilities and is the perfect book for all those who enjoy making things with their hands.

This book opens with an illustrated history of origami that highlights the masters and evolution of this pastime and art form up until the present day. A glossary of important origami folding symbols shows you how to follow the diagrams, which are commonly used to indicate how to fold origami models. Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions follow for each of the 20 models. For those who prefer to see the models folded, this kit includes complete video instructions on a free DVD. It also has 72 high-quality origami folding papers, all decorated with a wide selection of traditional Japanese designs and patterns.

All of the folds are simple enough to be origami-for-kids projects and are a great way to learn origami. None of the projects require paint or glue; so just grab the included origami paper and start folding right away!

Let’s go to Italy! takes you on a fascinating journey — sail through floating cities and join in the celebrations with a gelato in hand as we explore ancient ruins, famous monuments, and world-class football.

Where did Italy get its name from? Why do all roads lead to Rome? Which pizza is fit for a queen? Join us as we travel across Italy — pick up some Italian phrases to order your favorite dishes when you go on holiday, learn about all of the brave heroes and clever inventors in Italian history, and find out about the origins of the most delicious food you can find on the planet. From the Dolomites in the north, to Mount Etna in Sicily, Let’s go to Italy! invites you to come along and explore the food, culture, history, and geography of Italy.

About the Authors:

Monika Utnik-Strugala is a Polish lifestyle and design journalist, as well as a graduate of Italian studies. She is passionate about Italian design and Trecento art.

Anna Ladecka is a Polish painter and children’s book illustrator. whose work has been shown in solo and group exhibitions in Poland and abroad.

Цей сяючий том запрошує читачів в ексклюзивну подорож Парижем під керівництвом Матильди Фав'є — харизматичного директора зі зв'язків з громадськістю Dior Couture.

Походячи з однієї з найкреативніших паризьких родин, Матильда Фав'є відома як тепла, гостинна господиня, яка плекає мережу друзів, серед яких є одні з найшанованіших постатей міста у сфері моди, краси, мистецтва, дизайну інтер'єрів та гастрономії.

Супроводжувана жвавим текстом та інтерв'ю з Фредерік Деде, Фав'є, яка втілює душу та дух Парижа, проводить читачів приватними просторами, магазинами, студіями, резиденціями та кухнями цих надзвичайних особистостей. Їхні особисті історії, експертні погляди та спільні секрети, разом із глибоким розумінням Фав'є міста та його найкращих адрес, представляють рідкісний погляд на яскраве ядро ​​Парижа.

Ця книга, що є сенсорним святом та захопливою подорожжю, задумана як альбом раніше неопублікованих фотографій та документів, а також приголомшливих нових фотографій Паскаля Шевальє, що демонструють красу Парижа та людей, які знаходяться в епіцентрі культурної сцени міста.

Про авторів:

Матильда Фав'є — директор зі зв'язків з громадськістю Dior Couture, відповідальна за зв'язки зі знаменитостями по всьому світу, та захоплена красою та цілісним здоров'ям. Фредерік Деде працювала над численними публікаціями, включаючи France Soir, Point de Vue та L’Officiel, а наразі є головним редактором журналу про стиль життя Série Limitée. Паскаль Шевальє — паризький фотограф моди та стилю життя, чиї роботи регулярно публікуються у Vogue, Vanity Fair, AD та Elle Decor.

Чому француженки певного віку є неперевершеними господинями, домогосподарками та іконами стилю – і як ви також можете ними стати. Француженки, особливо ті, кому за 40, є взірцями стильного та вишуканого життя, те, що французи називають l'art de vivre (мистецтвом життя).

Американська журналістка моди Тіш Джетт, яка роками вивчала цих жінок, поділилася їхніми секретами краси у своїй першій книзі «Назавжди шикарна». Тепер вона досліджує, чому француженки певного віку є майстрами господинь та домогосподарок, досвідченими майстринями красивих манер, а також повсякденної елегантності, майстерності та, як наслідок, радості життя.

Джетт пояснює, як розважати гостей, як француженка, зокрема, зазирнувши у типову французьку комору, з якої легко можна приготувати смачну страву, а також детально розповість про те, як гарно накрити стіл та приготувати ідеальну сирну тарілку (чи знаєте ви, що під час нарізання шматочка сиру ріжте від задньої частини до кінчика, який є «серцем» сиру, і тому вважається найкращою частиною, яку не можна відрізати, щоб інші не могли нею насолодитися). Вона досліджує повсякденний стиль та елегантність, розкриваючи, як створити те особливе відчуття bien dans sa peau (почуватися добре), якого так прагнуть француженки. Джетт також розповідає про важливість дисципліни, яка йде рука об руку з красою – добре організована шафа, чи то для одягу, чи для постільної білизни, перетворюється на легку повсякденну елегантність.

З порадами щодо сезонного коригування режиму краси та стилю, чарівно упакованими кольоровими ілюстраціями, книга «Жити вічно шикарно» – це чудовий подарунок для франкофіла у вашому житті.

Про автора:

Роками Тіш Джетт була редактором моди у виданні The New York Daily News Tonight (під керівництвом Клея Фелкера), редактором стилю та моди Detroit Free Press, а до цього — головною редакторкою відділу Середнього Заходу для Women's Wear Daily та W (і водночас вона була кореспондентом Architectural Digest на Середньому Заході). Її кар'єра на цих посадах приводила її до Європи два-чотири рази на рік. Коли їй випала можливість стати редактором стилю International Herald Tribune у Парижі, вона звільнилася з роботи в Нью-Йорку, зібрала доньку та собак і вирішила побачити, що приготувала їй доля. Працюючи в Herald Tribune, до неї звернулася Chicago Tribune з проханням стати кореспонденткою з Парижа, а пізніше, все ще працюючи в обох «Tribunes», вона стала останнім редактором American Elle, перш ніж його популярність довела, що журнал може щасливо жити в Нью-Йорку. Замість того, щоб повернутися до Нью-Йорка з Elle, вона вирішила, що кохання важливіше за плани, які вона спочатку мала щодо своєї кар'єри. Тож вона вийшла заміж за свого француза і продовжує вести блог про француженок певного віку та їхні секрети стилю на сайті tishjett.com.

Milan has a reputation for being industrious but look in the right places and you’ll discover that it also knows how to let its hair down. Don’t take our word for it: don your snappiest gear and see for yourself.

Few things will be handed to you on a plate in Milan – except, perhaps, a generous portion of rich and creamy risotto con ossobuco. The Lombard capital has an enviable wealth of restaurants, shops and galleries but the best are often hard to find. This is a city that rewards those who take the time to tap on a closed door and look beyond an unassuming stone façade. 

Naturally, as a mecca for fashion fans and design aficionados, Milan can also be a fast-paced and dizzying affair. That’s where we come in. We’ll steer you towards the top bars for a negroni and reveal our favourite spots in which to savour both innovative fare and authentic cucina Milanese. We’ve sifted through the city’s labyrinthine retail offering for the tailors making the sharpest suits and the homeware shops packed with rare finds. Plus the hotels that we long to hunker down in, from polished renaissance palazzos to cosy family-run boutiques.

Authors: 

Monocle reports from around the globe in print, on radio, and online. As its editors and correspondents dart from city to city, they get to know the best places to rest their heads, stretch their limbs, and kick back with a contact in a hard-to-find cocktail bar. 

That information is now available in Monocle’s Travel Guide Series: a line-up of titles that speaks to you in an informed but informal way about everything from architecture to art, late-night bars to early-morning markets. These are books that go beyond the traditional tourist beats to make sure you get the best out of a city — no matter how short your stay. Designed to be compact and collectable, they are also discerning; Monocle’s team won’t list a hundred places to eat but they will tell you where’s best for everything from some tasty fast food to something truly celebratory. Cities are fun. Let’s explore.

The second monograph on the work of interior designer, architect and landscape designer Bill Bensley

Bill Bensley's exuberant aesthetic is renowned around the world. Vanity Fair has described him as ‘the craziest sane designer in the world’, while Condé Nast Traveller hails him as a ‘master of fabulation’. Bensley's eponymous design studio, based in Bangkok and Bali, is most famous for its work on luxury hotels throughout Southeast Asia. Featuring detailed presentations of 12 of his most exciting, extravagant, outlandish and award-winning projects, this bold, large-format design monograph reflects Bensley’s theatrical style and his maxim, 'Lebih Gila Lebih Baik': 'The Odder the Better'.

About the Author:

Bill Bensley is a gardener, fisherman, architect, interior designer, wide-ranging explorer and lover of all things natural. He was born in Orange County, California in 1959, when orange trees grew there. The day after graduating from Harvard, Bensley moved to Asia, where he went on to establish his own studio, BENSLEY, in Bangkok (1989) and Bali (1990). Since then, with his team of over 150 talented individuals, Bensley has designed more than 200 resorts, hotels and palaces in 30-plus countries.Suzy Annetta is the founding editor-in-chief of Design Anthology magazine, a Hong Kong–based independent publication that celebrates the burgeoning creative and cultural scene in Asia. She is the author of Design in Asia, also published by Thames & Hudson.

Be guided by the stars in this unique new tarot inspired by movie characters, Movie Tarot! Begin with Tom Hanks in Forrest Gump as the Fool, Morgan Freeman in Shawshank Redemption for Temperance, and Julie Andrews in the Sound of Music for the Sun, and you’ll find a perfectly suited character represents every card. Includes 78 cards that work as a fully functional tarot deck, plus a booklet which explains the choice of movie stars and the deeper personality traits they embody, as well as information on how to interpret the cards and conduct your own readings. 

About the Authors:

Natalie Foss is a Norwegian illustrator who focuses on bold colours, patterns and emotions. Clients include Penguin, Little White Lies and the BBC. Diana McMahon Collis is a tarot consultant, co-founder of the Tarot Association of the British Isles and author of the best-selling Tattoo Tarot.

Many of us aim to understand and categorize everything we see, but what do you truly think when looking at a particular artwork?

Besides the overwhelming amount of visual information that can stand in the way of a pleasant museum visit, there’s another trivial matter: meaning. Many of us aim to understand and categorize everything we see, but what do you truly think when looking at a particular artwork? The activities on these cards help you to establish a connection with an artwork yourself, despite any given information. You can do this in each museum, anywhere in the world. Follow the activities from A-Z, choose one randomly or do the ones who appeal to you most.

About the Authors:

Lise Lotte ten Voorde studied museum studies at the Reinwardt Academy in Amsterdam (2006), journalism at the University of Leiden (2013) and children's philosophy at Epic International (2019). She works for FOMU, the Antwerp Museum of Photography; in the past, she worked at The Dutch Photography Museum in Rotterdam; The Royal Academy of Art in The Hague; and the Ron Mandos Gallery in Amsterdam. She also writes about art, photography and contemporary culture for clients such as Vrij Nederland, Charlie Magazine, De Online Gids, SMAK Museum of contemporary Art in Ghent, NRC Next and various artists.

Naomi Boas is an art historian specialized in 19th-century photography and art education. She was an educator at the Nederlands Fotomuseum from 2003-2008. Currently, she is the owner of Beeldverhalen (Imagery stories), a company for storytelling and story-writing about art and cultural heritage in co-creation with museums, primary and secondary schools, and other creatives.

The ultimate visual guide to the finest hotels and experiences France has to offer

Today’s discerning traveller is looking not merely for luxury but for a unique experience. But in this age of low-cost flights and easy travel, how do you avoid the crowds and find the hidden gems? Not via sponsored search results or thousands of indistinguishable reviews, that’s for sure. What you need is on-the-ground, in-person, tried-and-trusted knowledge.

In this new guide to France – the most visited country on the planet – Herbert Ypma surprises and delights with his unequalled eye for detail and his unerring ability to judge what makes the difference between a good experience and a truly memorable one. The numerous experiences and tips that he maps out across the length and breadth of France fall into four key categories. ‘Staying in Character’ presents thirty-five places to stay, from the grand to the eccentric, all embodying the soul and character of their setting – whether it’s bedding down in a surf shack at Soulac-sur-Mer or soaking up centuries of history at the luxurious Château de Canisy. ‘Eclectic Experiences’ offers thirty stand-out experiences, from climbing the Dune de Pyla to salsa-dancing in a calanque (a fjord-like inlet); ‘Legend for Lunch’ points you in the direction of twenty of the most authentic places to eat, while ‘Convincing Context’ presents ten experiences enhanced by nuggets of history.

Together they amount to a new map of authentic French experiences, making this the must-have 21st-century guide for the world’s most exacting traveller.

Table of Contents:

NORMANDY
BRITTANY
PARIS
ÎLE DE RÉ
THE CÔTE D’ARGENT
BORDEAUX
PROVENCE
LYON & AUVERGNE-RHÔNE-ALPES
MARSEILLE
THE CÔTE D’AZUR
CORSICA

About the Author:

Herbert Ypma is a bestselling author and photographer whose ground-breaking HIP Hotels series inspired an entirely new genre of travel publishing. His many other books include RSVP: Simple Sophistication, Effortless Entertaining and Amazing Places Cost Nothing.

A locals' treasure map to the secret spots favored by true New Yorkers.

The "must-visit, must-see" travel list given to you by the New Yorker friend you wish you had. Vibrantly illustrated throughout, this practical guide transports readers to discover an insider's view of the Big Apple. The vivid watercolors illustrate destinations of the architectural marvels, cultural hubs, food and drink spots, and music venues that make New York so exciting. Cultural musings, accessible histories, anecdotes, and informative details accompany the illustrations throughout, making this volume as practical as it is beautiful.

The book features eleven curated neighborhood destination walks -- guiding the reader through the energetic New York streets, passing restaurants and coffee shops, historical sights, museums and galleries, parks, and the kind of authentic and timeless sites that one hopes to find when imagining the city. Interwoven throughout are insider guides on how to eat like a New Yorker; explore the city's most beautiful parks and gardens; navigate transit via ferry, subway, and bike; visit some of NYC's most iconic TV and film locations.

About the Authors:

Jessie Kanelos Weiner is an illustrator, food stylist, and author of Paris in Stride (Rizzoli) and Edible Paradise: A Coloring Book of Seasonal Fruits and Vegetables (Universe). Jacob Lehman is the coauthor of several guidebooks to the city, including The Best Things to Do in New York: 1001 Ideas and In Love in New York.

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Ідеальний подарунок для любителів мистецтва! Гра Old Masters Memory Game» збирає найвідоміших та найулюбленіших портретистів 16-го та 17-го століть в одній веселій грі. Знайдіть портрети Рембрандта, Вермеєра та багатьох інших.

Гра Old Masters Memory Game збирає найвідоміших та найулюбленіших портретистів 16-го та 17-го століть в одній грі, яка є цікавою, пізнавальною та насолоджує око.

Завдання, як завжди, полягає в тому, щоб зібрати дві картки, які утворюють один набір: у цьому випадку, два портрети одного й того ж художника. Набори чітко впізнаються за поставою фігури, виразом обличчя, стилем живопису та такими атрибутами, як одяг та зачіска. На допомогу завжди є брошура з усіма картинами попарно та невеликим поясненням про художників.

Це чудовий подарунок для сувенірних магазинів та всіх музеїв, які колекціонують старих майстрів. Гра складається з 50 карток по 25 наборів із всесвітньо відомими портретами таких митців, як Рембрандт ван Рейн, Йоганнес Вермеєр, Леонардо да Вінчі, Сандро Боттічелло, Тиціан, Франс Галс, Альбрехт Дюрер, Гойя та багато інших.

Про автора:

Міке Геррітцен — дизайнерка, продюсерка та директорка Голландського музею зображення (MOTI). Дизайн розроблено нею, тому будьте певні, що він відображає її фірмовий стиль високоенергійної візуальної типографіки.

Geared toward the absolute beginner, Origami 101 contains more than 40 amazing folding projects for the whole family, including models that evolve from one of four basic origami shapes.

Have you always been intrigued by origami, but often found the diagrams confusing or the models uninspiring? Origami 101 is here to help.

A revolutionary illustration enhancement called Glow Fold makes the diagrams and video steps easy to understand. With the introduction of every folding symbol, you'll find a detailed sidebar explaining what it means and a symbol index bookmark that guides you to these sidebars whenever you need to be reminded. If you need more help, just pop the accompanying DVD into your computer and go directly to the video of any model.

Just a few of the things you'll learn to create:

- roosting robin
- flowering branch
- flying dragon
- sea turtle
- Tyrannosaurus rex
- tree ornament
- tropical fish
- graceful swan

With the help of origami enthusiast Benjamin Coleman, you'll learn how this classic craft can be enjoyed by all ages. Amuse yourself and delight your friends with these captivating folded figures!

About the Author:

Benjamin John Coleman, also known as Benagami, first found success in the business world and then turned to teaching math as a creative outlet. An origami book he received from a friend brought back childhood memories of paper folding and renewed his fascination with the craft. Always intrigued by the complexity and simplicity of origami, Ben has most recently devoted his time to making bonsai botanical sculptures from recycled paper, which he calls origami bonsai. He has published a book on this art, called Origami Bonsai. Ben maintains www.bengami.com and www.origamibonsai.org, and he publishes online The Origami Bonsai Electronic Magazine. He lives in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.

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Пролистать книгу Origami 101: Master Basic Skills and Techniques Easily Through Step-by-Step Instruction на Google Books.

Divided into six ­sections, the projects cover a fun range of themes, from classic origami designs such as animals to party decorations and modern vehicles.

There’s even a project showing how to create the classic Japanese arcade character Pacman. You’ll be amazed at how much you can create with a few simple folds. Every stage is described in a series of clear step-by-step photographs, ­showing all the techniques you will need to complete each of these great designs. Also included is a specially designed pack of origami paper with enough pieces to complete all the projects, so you can start making your own amazing creations straight away.

Flower delivery! Featuring five amazing pop-up bouquets, Paper Blossoms brings floral cheer to any room. Display any of the bouquets, garland of roses, a tropical arrangement, a lotus watergarden, a springtime bouquet, or a vase of lilies as a beautiful centerpiece or room accent. A triumph of pop-up artistry and a sure conversation-starter, these bouquets burst forth with colour, joy, and lasting beauty.