Assouline's latest addition to the Chic series takes readers to Spain's capital for an intimate look at this welcoming metropolis. With expert Cristina Carrillo de Albornoz as their guide, the city's characters opened their doors to offer a glimpse into their daily lives. The golden light that seems to envelop the city of warmth is impeccably captured by Oliver Pilcher's lens and his original photography for this book. A celebration of cultural expression, gastronomy and architecture, Madrid Chic invites readers to explore the vibrancy of the Spanish lifestyle.
The poetic testimonies of Ernest Hemingway, Antonio Machado and Pablo Neruda are mixed with the insights of today's leading figures, such as Baroness Carmen Thyssen-Bornemisza, Elena Foster, Sheila Loewe and Pedro Almodovar. Works by Velazquez and Goya are compared with creations by contemporary artists such as Jaume Plensa, Arturo Berned and Oscar Marine. From the great aristocracy like the Duke of Alba to the best young artists like Sandra Rojo Picon, Madrid Chic takes readers on a journey through the city's most fascinating places, immersing them in its vibrant spirit and renewed energy.
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