# Bals: Legendary Costume Balls of the Twentieth Century

- **Brand:** Assouline
- **Price:** $195.00
- **Catalog:** assouline
- **Retailer:** assouline
- **Product URL:** https://go.cosimo.shop/r/gAAAAABq7DhFbxRSW3JgZwcEwxcOaAO6xj02t-hGwMoYnlf77TQBVhLjUn1aCvPg6Bsp1RtsLaxe9uaX6jli6Mi7qTVSceB1FoFn2EYwnKvMBrPHMr1P7FHOtKKKYhNB-HDyErRn-P_H3jtCvKxyhOc1h7BJc6tA4yCZhcJH8vf9WbnlwGPLRAhdoetQvlfxQJpjusJFI1Wqtyh-k4-2QiUf85OjCgybM97DzjpkZmWiNoWVEnty5C4QHzJpR7KxXDSirEm3Ug64R0W5VYHwUjyXQfqcq8-VdUra5ndLFJMHoIyGrgklC_C1iJhqlcvozPj1Xd8eeUP9zHSHl_h2Wb4XjWkDCwfyHPAxq8zFVxnu3Ly0kOombuJYFB9JZ6uJqHQOAuMzpBEGphevhfa8agRcvIhlBVO5vuoiq5LGZ1Yo0zXY-1pCoP8=
- **GTIN:** 882664300029
- **Availability:** In stock

## Summary

Luxury hardcover coffee table book titled 'Bals: Legendary Costume Balls of the Twentieth Century' featuring a red slipcase and an illustrated cover.

## Description

From the twilight of the Romanov dynasty through les années folles of Art Deco Paris to the jet-set seventies, Bals explores the nine most exceptional private costume parties of the twentieth century, in the most beautiful book ever produced on the subject. In addition to social commentary from (or about) colorful characters—including Paul Poiret, Truman Capote, and Cecil Beaton, who immortalized these extraordinary balls—Jacqueline de Ribes, Hélène David-Weill, and Marisa Berenson share their vivid souvenirs in first-person narratives. This is the ultimate fashion coffee table book on such a unique and captivating theme.

## Appearance

- **Materials:** Hardcover in a Luxury Slipcase

## Variants

- **In stock:** 1 of 1

| SKU | Availability |
| --- | --- |
| 1650226135060 | In stock |

## Categories

- **Categories:** Books

## Additional Attributes

- **isbn:** 9781614280002
- **tags:** endear:fashion-beauty, endear:watches-jewerly, live-rates, Nicholas Foulkes, Online Store
- **author:** Nicholas Foulkes
- **vendor:** ASSOULINE
- **weight:** 8.0 lb
- **language:** English
- **dimensions:** W 116 x L 13.97 x D 1.88 in
- **page count:** 308 pages
- **released on:** October 2011
- **product type:** Books
- **dust regularly:** Use a soft, dry cloth or feather duster to gently remove dust from the cover and page edges.
- **shopify handle:** bals
- **cover materials:** Hardcover in a Luxury Slipcase
- **avoid direct sunlight:** Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight may cause fading or discoloration of the cover and pages, or melt or warp the binding, compromising the book's integrity.
- **number of illustrations:** 250+
- **use caution when opening:** Do not force the spine flat, especially on new books, as this may damage the binding.
- **handle with clean dry hands:** Always use clean, dry hands when handling your book to avoid transferring oils, dirt, or liquids onto the pages and cover.
- **keep away from sharp objects:** Sharp objects can damage the cover and pages.
- **keep away from liquids and food:** Avoid placing books near food or beverages to prevent spills and stains.
- **keep away from children and pets:** Large books are heavy and unwieldy and may cause injury.
- **store in a cool dry place on a low secure shelf:** Humidity and moisture can damage the paper and melt or warp the binding. Store books upright and closed on a flat surface, away from heat sources. Heavy books placed precariously on high shelves or surfaces may cause injury. Do not use as a storage surface.

## Enrichment

- **Type:** coffee table book
- **Type Synonyms:** hardcover book, art book
- **Tags:** hardcover, slipcase, illustrated, luxury edition
- **Styles:** maximalist, opulent
- **Category Path:** Media > Books > Print Books
- **Book cover type:** Hardcover
- **Genre:** Arts, Fashion & beauty, History, Society & culture
- **Language version:** ENG- English
- **Target audience:** Adults
- **Canonical Brand:** Assouline

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