AssoulineSamaritaine Paris Pont Neuf Sales

PRODUCT DETAILSThe story of the Samaritaine department store in Paris unfolds from the pages of this magical book, published by Assouline and written by Harold Cobert, Ph.D.

It’s a story of family love, commercial nous and an appreciation of great art. From Art Nouveau to Zola, the story of the Samaritaine department store unfolds here in the form of a playful ABC to commemorate its renovation and renaissance in the twenty-first century. This architectural gem once again offers an authentically French shopping experience, blending the chic of avenue Montaigne with the trendy vibe of the Marais.Illustrated with striking photographs, Samaritaine Paris Pont-Neuf juxtaposes French artisanal savoir faire and fashion with elements of Parisian history and anecdotes of the store’s founders, illuminating the evolution of this iconic department store in the heart of the City of Light. As rich and glamorous as the Samaritaine facade on the Parisian skyline, this volume celebrates the revival of this jewel box of French style and spirit.

Features:

• Hard cover, 164 pages
• Cover has been given a silk treatment
• Written by Parisian authority,Harold Colbert
• Details the lavish history of the Samaritaine department store
• Includes 160 illustrations
• Takes the form of an ABC commentary
• Published by Assouline

Dimensions:24cm (l) x 30cm (h) x 3cm (w).