Dolce Vita

Description

Dolce Vita is a lifestyle, an aesthetic, an attitude, a mood. It is beauty, style, and taste. It is an inherently Italian way of life, reminiscent of Federico Fellini’s 1960 film of the same name, which helped illustrate this indefinable, luminous concept. But Dolce Vita is not reserved for the past; it transcends time and is as prevalent in the Italian landscape today as it was over six decades ago. Dolce Vita has cast a spell over the country, a rose-coloured veil of irresistible charm that has spread across Italy.

Photographers such as Ferdinando Scianna and Bruno Barbey were particularly adept at capturing the essence of the Dolce Vita in their images, documenting this quintessentially Italian spirit from Emilia-Romagna to Rome, Naples, and Sicily. The pages of this book are dotted with unforgettable characters, including Maria Callas, Sophia Loren and Marcello Mastroianni, to name a few. With a lyrical introduction by Cesare Cunaccia and an inspired curation of images, this title is a journey through Italy, offering a chance to explore the origins of the Dolce Vita.

About Assouline:

Founded in Paris in 1994 by Prosper and Martine Assouline, Assouline is the first luxury brand on culture. It began with the desire to create a new, contemporary style of book, using the couple’s experienced eye for visually rich stories and compelling narratives. Guided by their passion for knowledge, culture and travel, the Assoulines have since expanded their vision to 1,700 titles in three main collections, along with special editions and unique library accessories—a grand oeuvre of inspiring creations. Over the last quarter of a century, the brand has established a network of international boutiques in prominent locations worldwide. Assouline has also inaugurated a curated library service, working closely with clients to visualise, design, and develop bespoke, one-of-a-kind libraries.

With a distinguished team of creative talents, which includes the founders’ son Alexandre, the brand continues to reinvent the notion of true luxury. Assouline’s roster of collaborators consists of some of the world’s most respected brands, artists, photographers, writers, and designers. Assouline continues to exude an unparalleled signature style and elegant savoir-faire, which has globally redefined the modern publishing landscape. Learn more