Made in France

A Shopper's Guide to France's Best Artisanal Traditions from Limoges Porcelain to Perfume, Pottery, Textiles, and More

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Laura Morelli

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Paperback / softback

Series:

Laura Morelli's Authentic Arts

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Baccarat crystal. Limoges porcelain. Scented gloves and handmade Parisian umbrellas. The prized digestifs, Armagnac and Cognac. Organized by region, with one chapter devoted to Paris, MADE IN FRANCE takes you on a complete tour of the dazzling artisanal legacy of France, uncovering off-the-beaten-path destinations and one-of-a-kind, hidden workshops where everything from lingerie to chocolate is turned out completely by hand, piece by piece. This book includes instructions for getting a free copy of the companion guide, Artisans of France, with complete, continually updated listings of Laura's personally recommended shops and artisans across France. Laura Morelli, art historian and trusted guide in the world of cultural travel and authentic shopping, leads you behind the tourist traps to discover some of France's most traditional arts. Laura holds a Ph.D. in art history from Yale University and shares how, what, and where to buy, hints on recognizing quality and authenticity, and tips for bringing home the artisanal treasures of France in your suitcase.

Author Biography:

Laura Morelli is an art historian writing about everything from Venetian gondolas to Limoges porcelain, Chinese silk, and cowboy boots. She is the author of the award-winning novels, THE PAINTER'S APPRENTICE and THE GONDOLA MAKER, as well as the LAURA MORELLI'S AUTHENTIC ARTS travel guide series. Laura holds a Ph.D. in art history from Yale University and her work has been featured on National Geographic Traveler, USA TODAY, CNN Radio, The Frommers Travel Show, and other media.

Release date Australia

January 2nd, 2019

Author

Laura Morelli

Audience

General (US: Trade)

Edition

2nd ed.

Illustrations

48 illustrations

Pages

128

Series

Laura Morelli's Authentic Arts

Dimensions

140x216x9

ISBN-13

9781942467151

Product ID

29915870

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