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Shimmering, pulsating color masses characterize the Abstract Expressionist masterpieces of Mark Rothko. Like no other artist in his generation, Rothko developed his own stylistic vocabulary, creating ceiling-high canvases that were to be experienced as much as seen, submerging viewers in the drama, intimacy, and tragedy of the human condition. Hardcover, 21 x 26 cm, 0.59 kg, 96 pages

Prepare to embark on a journey through space and time with The NASA Archives, a visual celebration of humankind’s unstoppable urge to travel away from Earth to worlds beyond. Featuring hundreds of historic photographs and concept renderings, this collection guides us through NASA’s 60-year history. Hardcover, 15.6 x 21.7 cm, 1.41 kg, 512 pages

One of the most expansive illustrated publications on Disney animation, finally available in a compact edition. The landmark volume includes behind-the-scenes photos, story sketches, and cel setups of famous film scenes. It covers each of the major animated features made during Walt’s lifetime, as well as lesser-known short films and episodic musical films. Hardcover, 15.6 x 21.7 cm, 1.24 kg, 512 pages

Often misunderstood, Pierre-Auguste Renoir remains one of history’s most-loved painters—undoubtedly because his work exudes such warmth, tenderness, and good cheer. Gathering brilliant reproductions and sketches, as well as photos and a complete chronology illustrating his life and work, this is the essential work of reference on Renoir. Hardcover, 15.6 x 21.7 cm, 1.06 kg, 488 pages

Mission accomplished: this collection presents the 100 most loved and successful films of the 1990s, complete with stills, synopses, analysis, and trivia. In the 90s, rising directors Steven Soderbergh and Quentin Tarantino introduced non-linear storytelling, CGI took shape, and James Cameron spent US$ 200 million on a shipwreck. View Rating and Reviews Hardcover, 19.6 x 25.5 cm, 2.45 kg, 768 pages

Made in collaboration with George Lucas and Lucasfilm, this volume covers the making of the prequel trilogy: The Phantom Menace; Attack of the Clones; and Revenge of the Sith. The XXL tome continues our trip through the Star Wars galaxy with an exclusive George Lucas interview, script pages, concept art, on-set photography, and more. Hardcover, quarter-bound, 41.1 x 30 cm, 6.90 kg, 600 pages

This book deals with the Divine Proportion, a secret code that rules art, nature, and science. It is known by many names: Golden Mean, Sacred Cut and Phi are only a few; and it is not by chance that the Divine Proportion was given its name. It has been called divine because over thousands of years it has been deemed to be so. Hardcover, 19 x 21 cm, 0.89 kg, 208 pages

Think you know Ancient Egypt? Think again. Like a piece of published excavation, this fresh volume explores the many layers of this mythologized civilization, digging down from the sacred and grandiose to the daily experiences and ordinary individuals of the age. Hardcover, 23.8 x 31.6 cm, 2.05 kg, 296 pages

The unique tones and spontaneity of Polaroids have made them a beloved photographic format for decades. Brimming with all the warmth and nostalgia of a family album, this ode to the instant camera presents hundreds of images from the Polaroid Corporation’s own collection. A chronicle of the experimental and innovative ways Polaroids have defied the digital age. Hardcover, 15.6 x 21.7 cm, 1.00 kg, 456 pages

The noughties installment of TASCHEN’s Movies series selects 100 of the cinematic triumphs that defined the decade, from the blockbuster Lord of the Rings franchise to cult classics such as Lost in Translation and Inglourious Basterds. Each film is featured with stills, plot synopses, analysis, and movie-buff trivia. Hardcover, 19.6 x 25.5 cm, 2.68 kg, 848 pages

The Marvel Age of Comics was a triumphant era of comic book and pop culture innovation that redefined the superhero genre. This treasure trove of images and exclusive insights reveals the making of such popular characters as the Hulk and Spider-Man, as well as the legends who created them, from Stan “The Man” Lee to Jack “King” Kirby. Hardcover, 15.6 x 21.7 cm, 1.11 kg, 512 pages

The coveted Annie Leibovitz SUMO is now available in an unlimited XXL edition. Drawing on more than 40 years of work, including photojournalism made for Rolling Stone magazine in the 1970s and conceptual portraits for Vanity Fair and Vogue, Leibovitz selected iconic images and also photographs that have rarely, if ever, been seen before. Hardcover in slipcase, 27.1 x 37.4 cm, 5.29 kg, 560 pages

The 2010s saw Netflix take on Hollywood, indie movies make history, and Star Wars strike back. Here is the best in film capturing the spirit of the decade. In this book, stills, detailed synopses and trivia guide us across the Marvel Universe and into projects such as Boyhood, Get Out, and Parasite. A must-have for any film fan. Hardcover, 19.6 x 25.5 cm, 2.77 kg, 880 pages

Rustic wood, wrought iron, vibrant color, and tantalizing patterns: the homes of Mexico blend native tribal styles and Spanish architecture with warm, textured simplicity. Dive into inspiring and remarkable abodes in this updated, compact portfolio of villas, casitas, haciendas, cabanas, and palapas, featuring many unpublished images that paint a lively and colorful picture of Mexican style. Hardcover, 15.6 x 21.7 cm, 1.20 kg, 432 pages

Frida Kahlo transcended art history like no woman artist before her. She was a key figure of Mexican revolutionary modern art and a pioneer of the politics of gender, sexuality, and feminism. This monograph combines Kahlo’s paintings with rare photos, diary pages, and an illustrated biography. Hardcover, 15.6 x 21.7 cm, 1.04 kg, 480 pages

Japanese homes are refuges of tranquility, crafted in a unique domestic aesthetic of Eastern minimalism. Traditional architecture features alongside cutting-edge contemporary dwellings in this collection of homes, with many never-before-seen photographs. Turn to the rising sun and discover the fluid simplicity of these spaces where Zen philosophy breathes. Hardcover, 15.6 x 21.7 cm, 1.04 kg, 480 pages

It’s time for a reality check with the opposite sex. As part of her best-selling pictogram series, leading designer Yang Liu distills the experiences, challenges, and many perspectives facing men and women, from age-old clichés to current debates, from boardroom politics to bedroom antics. Clothbound, 13 x 13 cm, 0.21 kg, 128 pages

Intricate patterns and mind-boggling graphics are trademarks of the fascinating creations of M.C. Escher. This set puts his magical visual world right at your fingertips with 17 easy-to-assemble paper sculptures, transforming his repeating patterns into three-dimensional polyhedra, while the book reviews the geometric principles and artistic invention underlying Escher’s optical marvels. 17 easy-to-assemble paper sculptures and book, 21 x 27 cm (8.3 x 10.6 in.), 64 pages, in a box, 26 x 32.3 x 4 cm (10.2 x 12.7 x 1.6 in.)

In TASCHEN’s first volume of one of the most expansive illustrated publications on Disney animation, 1,500 images take us to the beating heart of the studio’s “Golden Age of Animation,” including behind-the-scenes photos, story sketches, and cel setups. It spans each of the major animated features made during Walt’s lifetime, as well as lesser-known short films and unfinished projects. Hardcover, 33.7 x 24.6 cm, 3.70 kg, 620 pages

In questo volume, Jens Müller ripercorre 130 anni di storia del graphic design e della sua evoluzione dal tardo XIX secolo a oggi, passando per il boom economico del secondo dopoguerra. Alle schede a doppia pagina che illustrano i singoli anni si accompagnano articoli approfonditi su decine di progetti fondamentali e profili dei leader del settore. Hardcover, 15.6 x 21.7 cm, 1.10 kg, 512 pages