Книги видавництва Thames & Hudson

An engaging overview of the changing styles and uses of brooches and badges from the Middle Ages to today From medieval pilgrim badges and Renaissance hat decorations to jewelled brooches and twentieth-century political pins, brooches and badges a...

The first major survey of contemporary apartment buildings that foster a sense of community while giving every resident an inspiring place to live Building Community is an in-depth, wide-ranging survey of contemporary apartment buildings, not...

The extraordinary collection of Gaston-Louis Vuitton, grandson of Louis Vuitton, the founder of one of the world’s most famous luxury brands A collector since his childhood, Gaston-Louis Vuitton (1883–1970) accumulated thousands of obj...

The design revolutions of the early 20th century were woven into the very fabric of the carpets and rugs of that era. Carpets of the Art Deco Era, previously published as 'Art Deco and Modernist Carpets' and now reissued in PLC, is the most i...

A sumptuous exploration of the influence of the Islamic arts on Cartier’s jewelry, published to accompany a major exhibition at the Musée des Arts Decoratifs, Paris Cartier and Islamic Art traces the glorious ways Islamic art has...

Twenty-five breathtaking houses by the acclaimed Brazilian firm Jacobsen Arquitetura Jacobsen Arquitetura, the leading Brazilian architecture firm created by Paulo and Bernardo Jacobsen, are known for their clean lines, union with nature and brigh...

The story of the French cashmere shawls of the 19th century and their rise to the heights of fashion. This treasure-trove will not only delight textile scholars and costume historians but is sure to appeal to anyone who loves gorgeous accessories ...

The first book dedicated to exploring the story of Chanel No 5, published to celebrate the centenary of the iconic perfume Arguably the most famous perfume in the world – most memorably endorsed by Marilyn Monroe – Chanel No 5 continue...

The best of the tiaras created by Parisian high-jewelry house Chaumet, presented in a luxurious slipcased package Founded in 1780 in Paris, the Maison Chaumet became the most prestigious and sought-after jeweller in Europe under the patronage of t...

A head-to-toe exploration of Chinese dress through sumptuous, detailed photography of some of the most fascinating historic and contemporary pieces in the V&A’s outstanding collection Chinese Dress in Detail reveals the beauty and v...

Cindy Sherman's Untitled Film Stills, a series of black-and-white photographs created between 1977 and 1980, is widely seen as one of the most original and influential achievements in recent art. Witty, provocative, and searching, this lively cat...

Classic contemporary design by one of the UK’s leading interior designers, set within the context of historical styles from the 18th century to the 21st ‘Tim Gosling is an authoritative guide, whose passion for craftsmanship, materials...

Interior designer Charlotte Coote mixes colour, fabric, textiles and originality in this bold guide to creating classic interiors In this gorgeously inspirational and effortlessly practical book, Charlotte Coote guides readers through the process ...

A comprehensive worldwide survey, with over 600 stunning illustrations, of the most distinctive, intensely creative and innovative recent work, ranging from functional objects to the boundaries and possibilities of clay as a medium. Recently, all ...

Combining a more relaxed lifestyle, budding entrepreneurship and social media, a new generation of young creatives is redefining 'country living' The countryside has always held appeal for those trapped in the urban jungle. With a greater ...