A glorious, intimate homage to this magical country from bestselling photographer and writer Miguel Flores-Vianna A land immortalized by poets for its otherworldly beauty, Greece is the birthplace of iconic monuments that are known the world over. Yet, at the same time, it is also home to an organic architectural language, the product of centuries of rural and island lifestyles--it is the heir both to the timelessness of classical architecture and the simplicity of rustic living.
This stunning volume chronicles Miguel Flores-Vianna's photographic odyssey through the beautiful Greek landscape, showcasing historical houses alongside contemporary homes, united by the colorful characters who either live or have lived in these places--the "haute bohemians." From the sophisticated residences of collectors and painters to island hideaways, centuries-old tavernas, royal follies, breathtaking gardens and even a restored sailboat, Flores-Vianna transports his armchair travel companions to a wondrous world, bathed in the glow of an ethereal light. An extraordinary range of characters emerges--including historic figures such as the shepherd Alexandros Rodakis and Queen Amalia, and contemporary creatives such as antique dealer Eleni Martinou and architect Katerina Tsigarida. Featured, too, are the homes of international residents who share a passion for this magical land, such as interior designer John Stefanidis, artists Helen and Brice Marden, and financier and philanthropist Jacob Rothschild.
A self-confessed "Hellenophile" who has visited Greece countless times since his childhood, Flores-Vianna invites us to join him in paying tribute to his beloved adopted nation, capturing the character and patina of this enchanting country through his trademark intimate, atmospheric photography, and engaging texts.
A dazzling tour of Château de Haroué, the epitome of opulent French style and one of today's must-see examples of vibrant eighteenth-century architecture and design.
Located in a remote village in the Lorraine region of northeastern France, the estate of Château de Haroué is an unrivaled treasure of Gallic culture and heritage. Built between 1720 and 1729 for Marc de Beauvau, Prince de Beauvau-Craon, constable of Lorraine and viceroy of Tuscany, his descendents have inhabited the castle and kept it going in high style ever since.
Throughout the pages of this volume, readers are invited to discover the château's impressive architecture and fashionably chic interior design. Newly commissioned photographs by leading interiors photographer Miguel Flores-Vianna alongside archival documents offer unprecedented access to 82 sumptuous rooms, which are enlivened by dynamic tapestries and family portraits, a breathtaking artwork collection, and stately antique furniture. Informative texts by Victoria Botana de Beauvau, one of France's preeminent modern-day aristocrats and an It girl in Parisian society, paint a picture of the castle's architectural splendors, lifestyle, notable events, and her family's unique approach to keeping history alive-all published in an exquisitely crafted book, with creative direction by Peter Copping, worthy of this stunning property.
Sis au coeur de la Lorraine, le Château de Haroué est un trésor de l'architecture et de l'histoire française. Construit entre 1720 et 1729 pour Marc de Beauvau, prince de Beauvau-Craon, grand connétable de Lorraine et vice-roi de Toscane, il a été conçu par Germain Boffrand, élève de Jules Hardouin-Mansart. Son architecture, d'une modernité précoce pour l'époque, reflète l'apogée de la France et de sa lumière dans le monde.
Les descendants du prince de Beauvau-Craon ont habité le château et continué à l'entretenir jusqu'à nos jours. Au fil des siècles, ils ont incarné la quintessence de la noblesse française. Leur devise Sans départir, inspire aplomb, confiance, et une infatigable audace et détermination.
Amateurs d'art, ils sont des mécènes importants et continuent à soutenir la création artistique, ainsi qu'à cultiver l'art de vivre et de la réception.
Dans ce volume richement illustré, le lecteur découvre l'architecture imposante du château et son somptueux parc, ainsi que ses intérieurs et l'histoire de ses habitants. Au fil des pages, il traverse plus de 82 pièces décorées de riches tapisseries, portraits de famille, une impressionnante collection d'art et des pièces uniques de mobilier historique. Les photographies de Miguel Flores-Vianna, spécialement réalisées pour le livre, illustrent les splendides salons d'apparat et les appartements privés de la famille, mais aussi les greniers et les caves, qui souvent accueillent des expositions d'art contemporain.
Les documents d'archives et les images historiques documentent la vie des habitants de ce lieu extraordinaire, tandis que les textes de Minnie de Beauvau-Craon donnent un angle de vue personnel et intime.
An intimate visual archive of design inspiration from celebrated designer Rose Tarlow.
Inspired by memories of her East Coast childhood home, Windrift, lost in a fire more than 50 years ago, Rose Tarlow showcases three of her family houses in this deluxe slipcased volume. Often referred to as "the decorator's decorator," Tarlow has a distinctive style that has won her numerous international accolades, and her own houses are the embodiment of her design philosophy, exuding charming eccentricity and uncompromising quality. Featuring her family homes in Stone Canyon and Santa Barbara, California, and Provence, France, Three Houses presents Tarlow's own personal archive--a treasure trove of precious memories and design inspiration for generations to come.
