Paris, 9 February 2024 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes In the hushed corridors of art and design history, a new chapter has just been opened with the release of an exceptional art book, published by the prestigious publishing house Assouline. This work, as sumptuous as the Tiffany & Co. store on Fifth Avenue, pays tribute to the recent transformation of the famous New York flagship after a meticulous four-year restoration. The book, intended as a nearly bicentennial celebration of unique stories, craftsmanship, innovation, and the artisans who have contributed to Tiffany's enduring legacy, is the work of several brilliant minds. Among them, architect Peter Marino, who redefined the interior spaces, and Shohei Shigematsu of OMA, who designed an avant-garde exhibition space. Through its pages, readers are invited on a visual and narrative journey, exploring the most precious corners of the reinvented Tiffany & Co. store. Each chapter reveals aspects of the brand's renowned craftsmanship, from stained glass lamps to silver masterpieces, not to mention artistic jewelry and a window that offers a captivating view into the essence of Tiffany. Assouline's work does not just present breathtaking photographs or detailed illustrations. It is also an intimate narrative told by authoritative voices in the world of jewelry and luxury. Alba Cappellieri, curator and Italian author, brings her scholarship, capturing the spirit of innovation and tradition that coexist at Tiffany. Christopher Young, creative director and vice president of creative visual merchandising for Tiffany…
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