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Marella Agnelli: The Last Swan Hardcover – Illustrated, October 14, 2014

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The exclusive world of one of the twentieth century’s most glamorous and alluring women, as seen through her private homes and gardens. Nicknamed "The Swan" by Richard Avedon when he photographed her iconic portrait in 1953, Marella Agnelli is not only one of the great beauties of the last century, but also the most elegant and cultured of that exclusive club. Born the Neapolitan princess Marella Caracciolo di Castagneto, she became Marella Agnelli with her marriage to Gianni Agnelli, the Fiat industrialist. However, her innate style dates back to her New York internship with photographer Erwin Blumenfeld, and she was a Vogue contributor in the 1950s and ’60s as well as appearing in its pages. One of the most photographed women of the jet-set society, she was captured by Avedon as well as Irving Penn, Henry Clarke, Horst, and Robert Doisneau, among others. Agnelli collaborated with the best artists and designers of her day, with her many residences as their palette. From Italian interior design legend Renzo Mongiardino—who worked on her New York apartment alongside a young Peter Marino—to Gae Aulenti, the important Italian architect, who built her homes in Turin and Marrakech, Agnelli created a series of extraordinary houses and gardens, full of timeless elegance, invaluable art, and groundbreaking decorating ideas. With ten residences spread throughout Turin, Rome, Milan, New York, St. Moritz, and Marrakech, ranging from regally classic villas to ultramodern apartments, her impeccable taste shines through in these gorgeous interiors and gardens. One of the famous modern fairy tales of love, glamour, and heartbreak, Marella Agnelli has become an icon of our times.
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"There is good taste—and then, in a stratosphere all its own, there is Agnelli taste, as Marella Agnelli: The Last Swan proves so abundantly. This breathtaking tome, written by Agnelli and her niece Marella Caracciolo Chia, charts the life of the goddess of style...” –Vogue

"Peel off the handsome paper dustjacket to reveal the gleaming crimson silk and gold embossed binding of this glorious book—and it is clear this is a lavish production and an intelligent and superbly produced and edited one. This is, however, a very personal book full of private houses, private apartments, gardens, family life, family snapshots, and some of the prettiest wedding photography. With interiors in over many decades…this is a heady delight. The key is that it was produced and edited by Marella Agnelli herself, along with her adoring niece. Beautiful.” –The Style Saloniste

“The world has been waiting on this book forever, a definitive design guide on the world of Marella Agnelli and the homes she’s created for her family.” –Tabulous Design

“Marella Agnelli: The Last Swan...Portraits by Irving Penn, Horst, and Richard Avedon detail the charmed life of one of the twentieth century’s true beauties.” –Elle
 
“…explores the life of a social grand dame and the life and homes she inhabits. But this is no ordinary book. This one is written by the subject herself…we get a first person account. In Marella Agnelli: The Last Swan, the Italian aristocrat and original member of the jet set, opens up her rarefied world to readers. It is a lavish tome that is part auto-biographical, part coffee table book coupled with historical details and a smattering of boldfaced names. Reading through the book or just flipping through the photographs is like going through someone’s family album and scrapbooks. There in its pages are vivid recollections of significant moments in life, snapshots of holidays at home and abroad, and wedding photographs. The book is nostalgia in its most glorious form.” –Forbes.com

 “Marella Agnelli The Last Swan is one of those rare books that chronicles a life within a family legacy. What you quickly find out is that this book is not so much about “the Last Swan” as it is about how she lived and what she loved and the seemingly endless resources it took to accomplish her various missions. This book is an endless source of amazement as Ms. Agnelli has created “worlds” that are unknown to most of us. Even those who are not botanically inclined will note that the incredible world of art she created outdoors is astounding. Mind boggling. Marella Agnelli: The Last Swan is a collection of rare beauty that allows us to live within her world if only while enjoying this book.” –New York Journal of Books
  
"...this book is perfect for any individual interested in fashion, high society and glorious homes, and it deserves a place in your library!" –PoliticalStyle.com
  
“…impressive new monograph…” –Tory Burch Blog

“This is one book where the story is just as compelling as the photos and I loved learning more about Marella Agnelli’s incredible life. It’s definitely a must read for autumn." –Habitually Chic

"Style icon Marella Agnelli shares her personal memoirs with this stunning publication..." –Bal Harbour Magazine

“Gaze over the exclusive world of one of the twentieth century’s most glamorous and alluring women, as seen through her private homes and garden that are full of timeless elegance.” –Society Diaries

About the Author

Marella Caracciolo Chia is a respected design journalist for Architectural Digest, the New York Times T Magazine, among other prestigious publications.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Rizzoli; Illustrated edition (October 14, 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 304 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0847843211
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0847843213
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.92 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.08 x 1.08 x 12.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Customers find the writing style stunning and lovely. They also describe the characters as fascinating and wonderful. Readers also appreciate the great lady who wrote the book.

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Customers find the writing style stunning, lovely, and nice to read. They also appreciate the good pictures and the high quality paper.

"...One can enjoy the cosy, elegant intimacy of one of Marella’s reading rooms, stroll through the palatial entrance hall in one of her estates or..." Read more

"...own words used to describe her impressions, love for nature and refined interiors." Read more

"This is a terrific book you really learn a lot about Marella and what inspires her...." Read more

"This is a beautiful book, much larger than what i had envisioned, with many photos of Marella & Gianni's homes & artwork...." Read more

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Customers find the characters fascinating, unique, and special. They also describe the book as rich, rewarding, and full of talent and brains.

"Marella Agnelli’s story is quite remarkable. Although her mother was born in Peoria, Illinois, she managed to marry into Italian nobility...." Read more

"...it would just be about Marella's style but it really is such a unique book about a very special woman...." Read more

"...is full of incredible photographs that tell the story of a life that is rich and rewarding." Read more

"...this book is not an exception! this lady was so refined and talented.Nice to read about such a lady,see her talented decorating...." Read more

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Customers find the taste of the book fantastic.

"...Mme. Agnelli's biography is a testimonial of flawless good taste, and there is where the importance of this book resides, not in the wealth, nor in..." Read more

"...unbeatable , fantastic taste , no flashy interiors , just great taste meets great means . Her gardens are like paradise on earth, just a dream...." Read more

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"One of the final "real ladies" to have lived. Taste, talent and brains...what a combination!" Read more

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Illuminatus
5.0 out of 5 stars Simply Beautiful
Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2014
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Marella Agnelli’s story is quite remarkable. Although her mother was born in Peoria, Illinois, she managed to marry into Italian nobility. Marella did even better, marrying Gianni Agnelli, probably the wealthiest man in Italy at the time.

This beautiful volume is an autobiography/biography with some parts written by Marella and others by her niece. What is unique is that their stories are built around the magnificent properties that the Agnelli’s acquired and decorated in such splendid fashion. These histories are fascinating, evoking a life style that seems like a fairy tale today. And the photographs are stunning, beautifully composed in a manner that instantly transports the reader to the exotic locations. One can enjoy the cosy, elegant intimacy of one of Marella’s reading rooms, stroll through the palatial entrance hall in one of her estates or wander through brilliantly sculptured gardens. One will always return from these vicarious journeys with a soft smile and a desire to embark again.
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ZST
5.0 out of 5 stars Such inspiring decor and an incredible woman
Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2018
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I was really surprised with this book but in a pleasant way. I thought it would just be about Marella's style but it really is such a unique book about a very special woman. The interiors and gardens ( with the exception of the ghastly wicker furniture ) are so different, each so distinct and are really inspiring. I love all the old black and white pictures and it's too bad that Marella hasn't published more of her own photography. That would definitely be interesting to see !
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Rock
5.0 out of 5 stars The Best
Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2014
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I am so glad to have waited for the right moment to go through this book. When I closed it, four hours have gone by, unnoticed. To read this book is like watching a swan glade through a crystal clear lake. Mme. Agnelli's biography is a testimonial of flawless good taste, and there is where the importance of this book resides, not in the wealth, nor in the amazing circunstances of her life, but in the sobriety and elegance of her own words used to describe her impressions, love for nature and refined interiors.
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Sergio Andrés - Designer at Pharaoun
5.0 out of 5 stars Marella’s collaborations with the greatest tastemakers of the 20th century
Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2023
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 What is most exciting about Marella Agnelli’s autobiography is how generous she is in sharing her life with us. Since her stories have been told so often by others, it was refreshing to hear them from her point of view.

Her focus on the design of each of her homes and gardens is an invaluable contribution to the history of interior and garden design, as she gives us her perspective on some of the most famous projects and tastemakers of the 20th century: Stéphane Boudin (Parisian interior designer with Maison Jansen), Russell Page (British Gardener), Amedeo Albertini (Italian architect), Gae Aulenti (Italian architect), Ward Bennett (American designer), Renzo Mongiardino (Italian interior designer), Paolo Pejrone (Italian landscape architect), Peter Marino (American interior designer), Alberto Pinto (Parisian interior designer), Bill Willis (American designer), Madison Cox (American garden designer), and Niki de Saint Phalle (French-American artist).
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mark schnovel
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Book
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2021
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This is a terrific book you really learn a lot about Marella and what inspires her. The photographs are so beautiful they transport you to another world.
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dootzie6
4.0 out of 5 stars A Beautiful Woman, A Life Lived Fully & Elegantly
Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2014
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This is a beautiful book, much larger than what i had envisioned, with many photos of Marella & Gianni's homes & artwork. I didn't give it 5 stars because it was somewhat lacking in the personal life details. Not that i expect a "True Confession" type, but the family has been through many travails as well as spectacular success so i expected more. Nonetheless, it is worth every penny, i am enjoying it thoroughly.
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Katherine W. Moore-Ballen
5.0 out of 5 stars Elegant Swan
Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2014
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Stunning book! Covers the life of Marella Agnelli, which is well lived in some of the most beautiful settings. Private photographs of Mrs. Agnelli's homes and gardens with details about the way she has lived her life. Long gone are the days when living, entertaining and beauty were an art. This book is full of incredible photographs that tell the story of a life that is rich and rewarding.
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Lucien de Bourcy
5.0 out of 5 stars Great reading about a faboulus life
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2015
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Fabulos book , life at a different time! Donna Marella Agnellis houses are unbeatable , fantastic taste , no flashy interiors , just great taste meets great means . Her gardens are like paradise on earth, just a dream. Donna Marella is a great photographer ( her first passion ) , so it's a marvellous book
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Toronto, Canada
5.0 out of 5 stars As described.
Reviewed in Canada on November 19, 2020
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As described and in perfectly great condition. Very beautiful book. Thank you.
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César Valença
5.0 out of 5 stars Opinião de um português do norte ,vizinho da estima Galiza .
Reviewed in Spain on February 16, 2022
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Gostei muito dos dois livros ,aliás o da Sra Agnelli já é o segundo que compro . O último vou oferece-lo a uma minha amiga . Está muito bem escrito e tem óptimas fotografias .Darei um presente que vai ser apreciado .Estou a ler agora o "The Private World of Yves Saint Laurent & Pierre Bergé." Tem igualmente um bom texto e magnificas fotografias .Tinha há anos folheado o catálogo da venda dessa colecção .Desde aí ,fiquei desejoso de conhecer as peças e a forma como foi construído esse espantoso " mundo " de um grandes estetas .
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attilio marro
5.0 out of 5 stars An amazing book!
Reviewed in Italy on June 7, 2020
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The perfect book, amazing pictures of the family, gardens and interiors. Probably one of the best books out there...
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Mahankhatibi
5.0 out of 5 stars Life style
Reviewed in Germany on February 7, 2020
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She was a great lady wish there was book more about her life style
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RF
5.0 out of 5 stars AN EXCELLENT & INTERESTING STUDY OF THE TRULY SUPER-RICH
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 1, 2015
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This is the definitive book about how the other half live! An aristocratic girl marries a car manufacturing tycoon and they live happily ever after.
This is a real fairy story about the richest, most privileged people imaginable, personal friends of Kings, Queens, Presidents and Heads of State around the world and with homes in the cities that reads like a perfume or fashion house - Milan, London, Rome, Paris, New York, etc.

It is a fascinating account of the heyday of the jet set, interestingly written with excellent photography ( no faded out of focus instamatic pics here ) These people always have excellent photographs taken often shot by world famous photographers or are good themselves having been taught by the best.

Beautifully presented by Rizzoli ( who else would print a deluxe book like this! ) This is a true coffee table book that offers a " flick through" insight into the wonderful homes a member of the super rich club have and an account of their lifestyle, not on a daily basis but hints of where they were, where they bought properties and the people they mixed with. This isn't just a 'flick through' it also has a most intelligent editorial account which makes for an informative read.

Actually, this is a great book, there are some really very good reference photographs, it's all very pretty, pretty and if you are interested in this kind of era then this really is very good material.
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