Art of the Cross

Mary Emmerling

Art of the Cross celebrates one of the world's most recognized ancient symbols-the cross. This iconic symbol predates Christianity in cultures around the world, and has been used as a religious symbol and as an ornament from the dawn of civilization. Crosses have been found in almost every part of the old world, from Scandinavia where the Tau cross symbolized the hammer of the God Thor, to India, where the vertical shaft represents the higher, celestial states of being and the horizontal bar represents the lower, earthly states.

Illuminated by succinct text that discusses the cross throughout history, this simple yet powerful book captures this timeless symbol. - From the Publisher

Gibbs Smith Publishers

Cover: Hardcover

Pages: 128

Dimensions: 8.84 x 8.7 x .73

 $19.95  

Country House Cats

Richard Surman

A captivating exploration of some of Britain's most remarkable stately homes and historic houses, seen through the eyes of their feline residents. Just like the houses they live in, some cats are seizing the opportunities of the modern era--Tiger Moth, the incumbent cat of Nether Winchendon Manor, specializes in walking onto film sets at the wrong time, she recently dashed through the tense final scene of an Agatha Christie mystery. Meanwhile, Alcibiades is cast as official mouser in regular reconstructions of the Tudor period at Kentwell Hall. Other cats enjoy a more traditional country lifestyle. Ariel continues an 80 year-old tradition of cats walking the estate with the family at Sezincote in the Cotswolds; and at Chartwell, Winston Churchill's beloved Kent hideaway, Jock III, proves himself a worthy successor to his eponymous predecessor whose master would only start dinner if Jock took his place at the dinner table. With a unique blend of architecture and feline antics, this is a fascinating tour of the grandeur and hidden eccentricities of Britain's historic houses.

HarperCollins

Cover: Hardcover

Pages: 96

Dimensions: 8.57 x 7.98 x .52

 $19.95  

The Face of Jesus

The most iconic face in art over the past 2,000 years has been that of Jesus. As the central figure in Christianity, he has been a source of comfort and support to followers around the world. In "The Face of Jesus," art historian Edward Lucie-Smith traces Jesus's life through famous works of art, both ancient and modern, by such artists as Piero della Francesca, Leonardo da Vinci, El Greco, Rembrandt, Georges Rouault, and Jean-Michel Basquiat. Covering Jesus's life from birth to crucifixion, and finally to resurrection, "The Face of Jesus "is a beautiful collection of more than 300 images gathered in an accessible and intimate format.

Cover: Hardcover

Pages: 320

Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.8 x 1.3

 $19.95  

Way Home: Reflections on American Beauty

Jeffrey Bilhuber

Jeffrey Bilhuber offers a look into intimate rooms fitting for today. Jeffrey Bilhuber, the decorator of choice for the creative elite-including fashion editors, designers, and musicians-presents his most recent projects, all of which exemplify the hallmarks of his inimitable style: flashpoints of inspiration from the past that embrace tradition while being rooted in the way we live today. Perhaps like no other contemporary decorator, Bilhuber has been a barometer of change, and this book marks a new, more relaxed evolution of his style. In this beautifully photographed book, Bilhuber shows that high style can (and should) encompass effortless comfort-interiors where families big or small can take pleasure in easy spaces that are brilliant amalgams of new and old. Every house tells a charming story of the family that inhabits it, and each room expertly showcases Bilhuber’s signature touches-a novel use of color (from vibrant palettes to more muted ones) and consummate attention to detail, with every element of a room attended to. Featuring projects from around the country-from urban townhouses and lofts to oceanfront cottages and country estates - Bilhuber’s work appeals to a wide range of tastes as he encourages every reader to embrace their unique vision to create cozy spaces as deeply personal as they are practical. About the Author Jeffrey Bilhuber founded his firm in 1984. Many of his clients are themselves trendsetters: Anna Wintour, Iman and David Bowie, Elsa Peretti, and Mariska Hargitay. His work has been published in more than fifty design books as well as every major national and international shelter magazine. William Abranowicz is a world-renowned photographer and artist whose work has appeared in every major shelter magazine.

Rizzoli

Dimensions: 11.0 x 9.0

 $65.00