de Gournay: Hand-Painted Interiors Hardcover – October 6, 2020
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Description
Renowned for its elegant hand-painted wallpapers and textiles, de Gournay creates some of the most beautiful interiors in the world. Celebrated for its hand-painted chinoiserie wallpapers, sumptuous patterns of colorful flora and varied birdlife, the company produces additional collections that explore historical themes, such as nineteenth-century French pastoral scenes or exotic Brazilian landscapes bursting with wildlife. De Gournay also crafts more abstracted designs that fit well with modern interiors. Collaborating with renowned tastemakers from across creative industries, de Gournay works with leading interior designers as well as noted trendsetters such as Kate Moss. This volume showcases de Gournay designs in situ, in beautiful interiors created by top designers in homes from San Francisco and New York to London, Paris, and beyond. The book explores de Gournay interiors in both city and country settings, how to take inspiration from English stately homes, and how custom wallpaper designs are created. Full of inspiring interiors and design ideas, de Gournay is an in-depth look at the stunning creations of one of the most prestigious and influential design houses of today. Read more
Details
Book Details
- Publisher
- Rizzoli
- Publication date
- October 6, 2020
- Language
- English
- Print length
- 272 pages
- ISBN-10
- 0847867900
- ISBN-13
- 978-0691149226
- Item Weight
- 2.31 pounds
- Dimensions
- 10.4 x 1.34 x 12.4 inches
Frequently asked questions
- When was the book published?
- The publication date is October 6, 2020.
- How many pages does the book contain?
- The print length is 272 pages.
- What is the customer rating for this book?
- It has a customer rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 490 ratings.
Customer reviews
Exquisite book from start to finish
This absolutely beautiful book provides detailed and gorgeous photos of the work of the de Gourney wallpaper firm. Photograph are high resolution with rich colors. The rooms pictured with the wall paper highlighted are enchanting. Calling this wallpaper “ wallpaper” , well, it’s way more than that, it’s fantastic hand painted works of art. Purely aspirational, the wallpaper is so expensive it is reserved for the one percent . However, that didn’t stop me from pouring over the book and throughly enjoying the design and artwork in each unique room. The author is the owner and genius behind the company. He describes the opening of China to western capitalism and how he created a thriving business by developing the company using talented Chinese artists. Unfortunately, Mr. Gurney, the de Gournay of the company, has a rather outdated, colonial, patronizing tone while writing about the Chinese. I found it distasteful and a bit tone deaf. The book is printed in Italy And well worth the price for any reader who wants to add to their collection of interior design books.
This absolutely beautiful book provides detailed and gorgeous photos of the work of the de Gourney wallpaper firm. Photograph are high resolution with rich colors. The rooms pictured with the wall paper highlighted are enchanting. Calling this wallpaper “ wallpaper” , well, it’s way more than that, it’s fantastic hand painted works of art. Purely aspirational, the wallpaper is so expensive it is reserved for the one percent . However, that didn’t stop me from pouring over the book and throughly enjoying the design and artwork in each unique room. The author is the owner and genius behind the company. He describes the opening of China to western capitalism and how he created a thriving business by developing the company using talented Chinese artists. Unfortunately, Mr. Gurney, the de Gournay of the company, has a rather outdated, colonial, patronizing tone while writing about the Chinese. I found it distasteful and a bit tone deaf. The book is printed in Italy And well worth the price for any reader who wants to add to their collection of interior design books.
A MUST BUY!!!
Beautiful book for someone learning Chinoiserie. I purchased a lot of books recommended by the course instructor, this particular book was not on the recommended book list but I found it to be infinitely more useful and inspiring than the recommended books. Highly recommend if you are learning Chinoiserie.
Beautiful book for someone learning Chinoiserie. I purchased a lot of books recommended by the course instructor, this particular book was not on the recommended book list but I found it to be infinitely more useful and inspiring than the recommended books. Highly recommend if you are learning Chinoiserie.
Beautiful Book with Plenty of Photography!
Such a beautiful coffee table book. I been following de Gournay's work for more than 5 years and I am so glad they have a book on their own to showcase their meticulous hand-painted Chinoiserie wallpapers. This is a perfect gift for anyone who has an appreciation for Chinoiserie art.
Such a beautiful coffee table book. I been following de Gournay's work for more than 5 years and I am so glad they have a book on their own to showcase their meticulous hand-painted Chinoiserie wallpapers. This is a perfect gift for anyone who has an appreciation for Chinoiserie art.
Excellent book
The book is excellent! I love the big format of the book, the quality and the choice of an interiors for the book. It is very relaxing and comforting just looking at the pictures but I am also very motivated to change my house interior now. A lot of good ideas from the book!
The book is excellent! I love the big format of the book, the quality and the choice of an interiors for the book. It is very relaxing and comforting just looking at the pictures but I am also very motivated to change my house interior now. A lot of good ideas from the book!
