Luxury Equestrian Design (Luxury Books) [ILLUSTRATED] (Hardcover)

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Product Description
Based on rich and illustrious traditions, equestrian pursuits are glamorous worlds unto themselves. In this high-stakes arena, aristocrats rub shoulders with movie stars and heads of state. This book profiles the trappings surrounding such exclusive pursuits as horse breeding, horse racing, polo and horse auctions. This glamorous domain offers visual treats ranging from finely tooled saddles and tackle to eleborate trophies. We also survey the wide variety of art based on the noble steed and the impeccable clothing and accessoires required for these equestrian activities.

About the Author
Wolfgang Behnken-a passionate rider-spent twelve years as the Art Director of Stern magazine before becoming the Art Director and editor for the German edition of Max. While at Stern, he created the Stern Fotografie Portfolio among other new magazine and book formats. Behnken currently runs an agency specializing in magazine development. He has won several design and photography awards.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 220 pages
• Publisher: teNeues; Mul edition (October 31, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 3832791442
• ISBN-13: 978-3832791445
• Product Dimensions: 12.8 x 10 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #420,927 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Visually Arresting but a Disappointment, August 20, 2007

By	James C. Steward "JCS" (Ann Arbor, MI USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

While packed with lovely photographs and high quality printing, this volume is a real disappointment. It strikes me as not knowing its market--it is quite superficial and not for the serious horseperson, but by the same token doesn't seem aimed at those with a romantic affection for equestrian matters or the "lifestyle."

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful!, January 17, 2008

By	S. Moskovitz (Balto.,MD) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I really enjoyed this book. The photos are breathtaking. A book for the horse lover and photographer.