In Pursuit Of Tomes: 5 Coffee Table Books To Adorn Your Home With This Summer
These entrancing design books are bound to transform your living space and spark endless inspiration
Basilius Besler: The Garden At Eichstätt
The Garden at Eichstätt is a complete facsimile edition of the three-volume landmark in botanical illustration, Hortus Eystettensis by Basilius Besler. The original catalogue published in 1613 comprised of plants from the palatial gardens in Eichstätt, Bavaria, and provided an ‘evergreen’ record of its contents, from all four seasons and presenting them in that order. This lavish new edition offers readers high-quality reproductions of the original illustrations and is accompanied by detailed hand-coloured plate descriptions of each plant’s botanical, pharmaceutical, and symbolic significance. This is an authoritative piece of botanical literature that captures the garden for posterity.
Golden Opulence: 500 Years Of Luxuriant Style
Golden Opulence is a celebration of the enchanting Ottoman beauty. Developed in partnership with the Turkish luxury-fashion leader Beymen for its 50th anniversary, this handsome volume has been imagined as a timely counterpart to the brand’s exhibition in Istanbul. From the mesmerising Turquerie to the splendour of the Topkapi Palace, this gorgeous tome pays homage to splendid and intricate Ottoman craftsmanship.
Assouline. Dhs980, assouline.com
Tiffany & Co.: The Landmark
Tiffany & Co.: The Landmark celebrates the Fifth Avenue flagship building of Tiffany & Co. that reopened in April 2023 following a four-year restoration. A new landmark in the urban skyline of New York City, the interiors have been transformed by architect Peter Marino, filled with artworks by the most celebrated artists, and a new three-story exhibition and event space. Highlighting all facets of Tiffany’s wonders, from the redesign to the house’s storied craftsmanship, this book is dedicated to the artisans and visitors who’ve engaged with the brand for years.
James Boyd Niven: Interior Design
James Boyd Niven is an elegant monograph on the journey of the designer’s boutique firm, James Boyd Niven Design. Featuring multiple homes with exquisite interiors across South America, the book is neatly divided by theme and geographical location. Showcasing striking photographs from a farmhouse in Uruguay to a luxury hotel in Montevideo, the chic interiors creatively reuse traditional design elements. The featured homes are merged with cultural and historical references to artistic South American buildings and stunning landscapes, producing a joyful design book.
Moroccan Decorative Arts
Moroccan Decorative Arts aptly captures Morocco’s vibrant artistry that has fascinated art enthusiasts across the world for generations. Photographer Philippe Saharoff explored Morocco for more than three years to capture the arts and crafts each city had to offer. From the leather of Marrakech to the woodwork of Essaouira, this volume depicts local craftsmanship at length. Perfectly capturing the extraordinary palette of colours and sensations, it features exclusive photographs of the collection of His Majesty King Mohammed VI. This is the ultimate compendium celebrating Morocco’s decorative treasures.
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From Harper’s Bazaar Arabia’s Interiors Spring 2024 issue