Author: Van Cleef & Arpels
Title: Exercise in style : Van Cleef & Arpels.
Description: [Paris] : Éditions Gallimard & Van Cleef & Arpels, 2015. Orig. hardcover binding. 232 pp. Ills. In orig. slipcase. English text. Translated from the French edition: Un exercice de style, Van Cleef & Arpels. Some light wear to slipcase. Else as new. Mailorder only - Alleen verzending mogelijk. Book condition : very good. - This book is a gem polished by two houses, never once forsaking the ideal of excellence they embrace in their respective endeavours, chiselling stones and metal for Van Cleef & Arpels, whittling words for Gallimard. The book presents Van Cleef & Arpels through a selection of 25 words chosen for their emblematic dimension. For each word, a dictionary definition, a lyrical definition by Van Cleef & Arpels, and an artistic interpretation by a friend of the Maison: artists, designers, writers, philosophers, chefs, photographers, poets. Each chapter (savoir faire, femininity, Place Vendome, enchantment, style) is opened by a poetic theatre in laser cut paper. The book captures a poetic and literary happenstance, telling a story about beauty, about poetry, unleashing creation and unbridling the imaginary realm's might. ISBN 9782072625787.

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