Name: Hajj & The Arts Of Pilgrimage | Assouline
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Nabawi - Devotion In Madinah | Moath Alofi

A record of the daily life of one of the great holy sites and a study in humanity, written in English and Arabic.Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, the great Mosque of Madinah containing the tomb of the Prophet himself, is one of the two holiest sites in the Islamic world. Since the Prophet's death thirteen centuries ago, the mosque has spread outwards from the core of the holy city. The tomb itself within the Prophet's Chamber is a point of pilgrimage for visitors who come in their millions every year from across the globe.All manner of expression and experience are found in the faces of the pilgrims—the old and young men, women and children—who are touched by the spirit of the place and by the devotion they have so faithfully expressed.Nabawi is the focus of the Madinah Province and the book includes photographs of both the desert culture and the vanishing fabric of the city and its surrounding neighborhoods. Madinah, like its holy counterpart, Mecca, is a city in a constant state of transition.Ab…

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Van Gogh. The Complete Paintings | Ingo F. Walther / Rainer Metzger

The Complete Paintings of Vincent van GoghThe genius and the angst of a tortured talentToday, the works of Vincent van Gogh (1853 - 1890) are among the most well-known and celebrated in the world. In paintings such as Sunflowers, The Starry Night, and Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear, we recognize an artist uniquely dexterous in the representation of texture and mood, light and place.Yet in his lifetime, van Gogh battled not only the disinterest of his contemporary audience but also devastating bouts of mental illness. His episodes of depression and anxiety would eventually claim his life, when, in 1890, he committed suicide shortly after his 37th birthday.This comprehensive study of Vincent van Gogh offers a complete catalogue of his 871 paintings, alongside writings and essays, charting the life and work of a master who continues to tower over art to this day.The authorsIngo F. Walther (1940 - 2007) was born in Berlin and studied medieval studies, literature, and art history in Frankf…

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The Arab Of The Future 4 A Graphic Memoir Of A Childhood In The Middle East - 1987-1992 | Riad Sattouf

The penultimate installment in the bestselling French graphic memoir series-hailed as “exquisitely illustrated” and “irresistible”-covering the years of Riad Sattouf's adolescence, from 1987-1992.In the fourth volume of The Arab of the Future, little Riad has grown into a teenager. In the previous books, his childhood was complicated by the pull of his two cultures-French and Syrian-and his parents' deteriorating relationship. Now his father, Adbel-Razak, has left to take a job in Saudi Arabia, and after making a pilgrimage to Mecca, turns increasingly towards religion. But after following him from place to place and living for years under the harsh conditions of his impoverished village, Riad's mother Clementine has had enough. Refusing to live in a country where women have no rights, she returns with her children to live in France with her own mother… until Abdel-Razak shows up unexpectedly to drag the family on yet another journey.As the series builds to a climax, we see Riad strugg…

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Flower Men | Assouline

On the high plateau of the Asir Province, the most mountainous region of Saudi Arabia, one of the greatest and best-kept secrets of Arab civilization lay hidden for centuries: the tribe of the Flower Men, so dubbed because it was their custom to wear garlands of flowers and leaves in their hair. This book honors the tribe's past and present.From serene desert expanses to coastal regions teeming with flora and fauna, the many wonders of Saudi Arabia are explored in our latest collection. This six-book series features original works by premier photographers and artists. Each volume uncovers a unique treasure of the Kingdom, whether an ancient city or historic tribe.224 pagesOver 150 illustrationsEnglish languageReleased in May 2022W 24 x L 33 x D 4 cmSilk HardcoverISBN: 97816498008623 kg

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Homes for our Time - Contemporary Houses Around the World Vol. 2 (XL) | Philip Jodidio

"...a compelling survey of the best in contemporary living, on a global scale."- The Globe and MailWhen a House Is a HomeThe second edition of TASCHEN's dazzling selection of contemporary houses around the worldClimate, environment, history, and technology are transforming architecture worldwide. The second volume in the Homes for Our Time series documents this housing revolution. What role do homes play in our endangered world? How can they innovate?In Sri Lanka, Palinda Kannangara created the Frame Holiday Structure on a budget of $ 40,000. Built from steel scaffolding, exposed brick, and wood floors, the house can be easily disassembled and moved, adapting to the reality of the nearby floodplain. Luciano Lerner Basso's Fortunata House in Brazil accommodates the surrounding nature: it was built around a tree of an endangered species and sits upon stilts so as not to disturb the forest floor. Miller Hull's Loom House near Seattle has been called "the world's most environmentally ambit…

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Moroccan Decorative Arts | Philippe Saharoff

Morocco's enduring artistic heritage and craftsmanship are celebrated worldwide. Photographer Philippe Saharoff's three-year exploration captures the nation's vibrant artistry, from Marrakech's leatherwork to Essaouira's woodcraft. This 300-page volume showcases zellige, pottery, metalwork, and more, including exclusive photographs of King Mohammed VI's collection. Moroccan Decorative Arts is the ultimate tribute to Morocco's craftsmanship.Details:over 300 illustrationsEnglish languageReleased in November 2023Linen Hardcover in Linen SlipcaseISBN: 9781649802392About the Author:Philippe Saharoff specializes in travel and lifestyle photography. He has spent his entire career traveling around the world discovering the best in design, arts, and crafts. A regular contributor of Madame Figaro and several international editions of ELLE Decor, he is an expert of Moroccan arts and a true connoisseur of the country, having reported on it at length over the last thirty years. He is the author of …

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Orientalism Style - Laurence Benaim

For centuries, the West has been fascinated by the mysterious allure of the Middle East and Asia, captivated by the curious customs, the exotic spices and colors of the bazaars, the romantic atmosphere of the graceful architecture and flowing garments. In the popular imagination, thoughts of the East evoke stories of travel, literature, paintings, decorative arts, fashion and films that have enchanted us for decades. As if viewing the world from a magic flying carpet, through the perspective of Orientalism the nostalgia for vanished civilizations developed into an idealized fantasy.More than a style, Orientalism is a way of seeing, of perceiving, of sharing emotions and palettes of colors, sensations. Historically, the wealth of the East's exuberant kaleidoscope of mysteries and perfumes was an antidote to the conservative establishment and ordered rational thinking. Orientalist painters were collectors of dreams, in the way lovers of objects transform their study into a cabinet of cur…

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The Art Of Craft

The Art of Craft - BulgariPublished to commemorate the launch of Bulgari's The Art of Craft exhibition at the Italy Pavilion of Expo 2020 Dubai, this stunning coffee-table book celebrates the exquisite tradition of Italian design and craftsmanship.Pairing creations from Bulgari with dresses made by some of the greatest historical and contemporary masters of Italian fashion, this book is a visual feast and brings to life the key aspects that have rendered "Made in Italy" an inimitable and universally beloved concept. The narration in the book is enriched by artistic shots from leading fashion publications. These stories demonstrate the harmony of vision between the creations of Bulgari and the innovative designs and unmistakable style of designers such as Fendi, Armani, Valentino, Dolce & Gabbana, Pucci, Moschino, Ferré, Roberto Capucci, Mila Schön, Giambattista Valli, and Stella Jean, among others.From exquisite craftsmanship to unusual materials, impeccable lines to innovative design,…

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Warhol on Basquiat. The Iconic Relationship Told in Andy Warhol's Words &Pictures | Michael Dayton Hermann

Portraits of the ArtistsAndy Warhol and Jean-Michel BasquiatAndy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat's complex relationship captivated the art world then and now. At a time when Warhol was already world famous and the elder statesman of New York cool, Basquiat was a downtown talent rising rapidly from the graffiti scene. Together, they forged an electrifying personal and professional partnership.As a prolific documentarian of his own world, Warhol extensively photographed and wrote of his friendship with Basquiat, all played against the backdrop of 1980s downtown New York City. It reveals not only the emotional depth of their relationship but also its ambiguities, extremities, and complexities.Produced in collaboration with The Andy Warhol Foundation and Jean-Michel Basquiat's estate, this book chronicles the duo's relationship in hundreds of previously unpublished photographs of Basquiat along with a dynamic cast of characters from Madonna to Grace Jones, Keith Haring to Fela Kuti. The sh…

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Homes for our Time - Contemporary Houses Around the World (XL) | Philip Jodidio

"...a compelling survey of the best in contemporary living, on a global scale." - The Globe and MailThere's No Place Like HomeStep into the world's most beautiful private abodesAcross small cottages and lavish villas, beach houses and forest refuges, discover the world's finest crop of new homes. This cutting-edge global digest features such talents as Shigeru Ban, MVRDV, and Marcio Kogan alongside up-and-coming names like Aires Mateus, Xu Fu-Min, Vo Trong Nghia, Desai Chia, and Shunri Nishizawa.Here, there are homes in Australia and New Zealand, from China and Vietnam, in the United States and Mexico, and on to less expected places like Ecuador and Costa Rica. The result is a sweeping survey of the contemporary house and a revelation that homes across the globe may have more in common than expected.Among guava trees and abandoned forts in Western India is a sanctuary designed for and by Kamal Malik of Malik Architecture. The House of Three Streams is a sprawling spectacle with high ce…

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