The Gift Guide
Discover the Maison Plage Holiday 2026 collection, a curated selection of coffee table books and thoughtful gifts for the design-minded, art lover, avid traveler, and collector.
Hostess Gifts | Gifts for the Art Enthusiast | Gifts Under $100
Condition: Vintage
Format: Softcover
Raoul Dufy was a French painter tied to the Fauvist movement. He became celebrated for his vibrant and intricate style of his artwork depicting outdoor social scenes.
He experimented with bright, juxtaposed colors which he applied to various mediums. Most of his watercolor work emulated the Art Deco movement of the 1920s which emphasized contrasting colors and geometric shapes.
With a complimentary color palette, our best selling book stack will fit effortlessly into any space. This book stack brings to life an array of art forms from abstractionism to drawing. A consistent theme of beautiful interiors is present throughout each title.
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Bettina
The Facades of Paris
Stillness: An Exploration of Japanese Aesthetics in Architecture and Design
Vintage Out-of-Print Book
Curated as an ode to European elegance, architectural beauty, and timeless design, each title in the Beige Stack offers its own perspective on place, creativity, and visual expression—coming together in a collection that feels elevated and refined.
From the sun-washed residences of the French Riviera to the poetic simplicity of Italian modernism and the enduring influence of artistic visionaries, this stack celebrates the beauty found in texture, form, and intentional spaces.
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New Classic Residences
A celebration of contemporary homes defined by elegance, this title presents a carefully curated collection of twenty exceptional homes from around the globe.
Côte d'Azur Living: The Residences and Interiors of the French Riviera
A visual journey through the iconic homes of the French Riviera, this book captures the effortless charm and natural textures that embody coastal French living.
Giorgio Morandi: Works from the Antonio and Matilde Catanese Collection
An exploration of Morandi’s quiet yet powerful compositions, this title highlights the artist’s mastery of simplicity, subtle tones, and the allure of everyday objects.
Joel Meyerowitz: Morandi's Objects: The Complete Archive of Casa Morandi
A photographic study of Giorgio Morandi’s studio and personal objects, this book reveals the surroundings that shaped one of Italy’s most influential modern artists.
Sophie Taeuber-Arp: The Rule of Curves
A tribute to the pioneering artist and designer Sophie Taeuber-Arp, this title explores her innovative use of geometry, movement, and form across art, textiles, and design.
Publisher: Gagosian
Measurements: 10 × 11.5 inches
Format: Hardcover
Condition: New
Published to accompany the exhibition Picasso: Tête-à-Tête at Gagosian, 980 Madison Avenue, New York, this volume marks a special collaboration with Paloma Picasso, the artist’s daughter. Featuring more than fifty rarely exhibited works—paintings, sculptures, and drawings—spanning from 1896 to 1972 and primarily sourced from Picasso’s estate, the exhibition took a non-linear approach to curation. Mirroring the method Picasso used for his own 1932 retrospective, pieces from different periods were placed in dialogue, inviting viewers to uncover unexpected connections across time.
The catalogue is richly illustrated with full-color plates and includes extensive photography of the installation. It presents each work from the show along with close-up details and archival images capturing Picasso and his studio environments. Contributions include an introduction by Larry Gagosian, a conversation between Paloma Picasso and artist Peter Doig reflecting on her father’s artistic legacy and the exhibition’s genesis, an essay by Michael Cary exploring the wide scope of Picasso’s practice, and a translated 1932 interview between Picasso and E. Tériade.
The Garden Stack brings together botanical inspiration, imaginative design, and the pleasures of growing and gathering. Thoughtfully curated for garden enthusiasts, design lovers, and anyone drawn to the natural world, this collection brings the beauty of the outdoors into the home.
This stack includes:
Fridays From the Garden Cookbook
A Kind of Magic: The Kaleidoscopic World of Luke Edward Hall
On the Necessity of Gardening: An ABC of Art, Botany and Cultivation
Publisher: Rizzoli International Publications
Measurements: 12.2 × 9.8 in
Format: Hardcover
Condition: New
*This title will be released on September 1, 2026.
A beautifully illustrated exploration of Henri Matisse’s lifelong pursuit of balance, form, and expression. Matisse: The Pursuit of Harmony brings together more than fifty paintings, works on paper, and sculptures, tracing the evolving relationship between his two- and three-dimensional work.
From the human figure and the rhythms of nature to his increasingly distilled approach to form, the book offers a fresh look at Matisse’s enduring search for harmony and his transformative contribution to modern art.
Publisher: JB Blunk Estate
Measurements: 10.2 × 8.2 inches
Format: Hardcover
Condition: New
A comprehensive portrait of American artist JB Blunk, whose instinctive approach to wood, clay, and stone blurred the boundaries between art, craft, and everyday life.
This beautifully illustrated monograph brings together archival and newly commissioned photographs of his jewelry, ceramics, paintings, furniture, sculpture, and hand-built Northern California home. Essays by Lucy Lippard, Glenn Adamson, Fariba Bogzaran, Louise Allison Cort, and René Bustamante explore Blunk’s creative practice, his connections to Japan and the California landscape, and the artists and ideas that shaped his work. The fourth edition features a new color cover and artwork, alongside an archival interview with Blunk and a newly commissioned conversation with his longtime friend and studio assistant Rick Yoshimoto.
Condition: Used (Vintage)
The text and illustrations of this extremely rare edition offer the most comprehensive account ever published of Picasso’s sculpture.
Publisher: Cahiers D'Art
Measurements: 11.2 × 8.7 in
Format: Hardcover
Condition: New
This richly illustrated volume explores how Pablo Picasso continually reimagined the human figure across the full span of his career. Moving from the melancholic elegance of his early periods through the fractured experiments of Cubism and into the bold, often unsettling bodies of his later work, it reveals an artist in constant dialogue with form, identity, and transformation.
Organized around myth-inspired themes, the book connects Picasso’s innovations to enduring narratives from antiquity while drawing on works from major international collections. Essays from a range of disciplines offer fresh insight into how his interpretations of the body reshaped modern art.
With a palette of deep blues, The Parisian Blue Stack brings a subtle elegance to any coffee table or shelf. Curated as an ode to Parisian style, design, and visual culture, each title offers its own take on the City of Light—coming together in a collection that feels refined, editorial, and effortlessly composed.
From illustrated cityscapes and typographic studies to the timeless interiors of one of Paris’s most iconic hotels, this stack captures Paris in a beautiful light. Moody yet luminous, it adds depth, contrast, and a chic element to the home.
Thoughtfully selected for those drawn to Parisian interiors, graphic design, and elevated visual storytelling, The Parisian Blue Stack also makes a great gift for designers, creatives, and anyone inspired by Paris.
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Paris Rêvé: An Illustrated Journey Through the City of Light
A dreamlike illustrated exploration of Paris, capturing the city’s architecture, atmosphere, and romance through expressive visual storytelling.
Paris Type 7
A study in typography and Parisian visual culture, this title explores the intersection of design, lettering, and the city’s enduring graphic identity.
Le Bristol
A close look inside one of Paris’s most iconic hotels, where timeless interiors, refined details, and understated luxury define the experience of Parisian hospitality.
Publisher: Eris
Measurements: 5 × 9 in
Condition: New
Format: Paperback
A prominent figure in literature, cinema, and visual art, Jean Cocteau stands as one of the most influential creative minds of the twentieth century. In this collection of brief, often aphoristic meditations, Cocteau delves into the very essence of beauty. Reflecting on painters, poets, and musicians, he provides profound insights into the inherent solitude of the artistic pursuit. Secrets of Beauty not only illuminates Cocteau’s own artistic legacy but also serves as a significant contribution to the discourse on aesthetic theory.
Publisher: Flammarion
Measurements: 12.6 × 9.8 inches
Format: Hardcover
Condition: New
Celebrating a century of artistic innovation, Cahiers d’Art: A Century of Modernism explores the enduring legacy of the influential Parisian art journal, gallery, and publishing house founded in 1926.
Featuring works and contributions from some of the most significant figures in modern and contemporary art, including Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, Wassily Kandinsky, Marcel Duchamp, and Alexander Calder, the book traces a remarkable history of creative exchange, critical thought, and avant-garde vision. A compelling tribute to the people and ideas that have shaped modern art.
Publisher: Union Square & Co.
Measurements: 9.1 × 7.2 in
Format: Hardcover
Condition: New
Explore a charming portrait of the world through the eyes of artist Carly Kuhn. Known for her distinctive, expressive line drawings, Kuhn finds humor, personality, and beauty in the fleeting moments of everyday life—from the energy of Fashion Week and the quiet rituals of café life to farmers’ markets, city streets, and pets in the park. With her whimsical illustrations capturing people in all their individuality, Character Study offers a playful and stylish study of human behavior. A delightful celebration of observation and curiosity.
Publisher: William Morrow Cookbooks
Measurements: 25.4 × 5 × 6.8 cm
Format: Hardcover
Condition: New
A sun-soaked celebration of Mediterranean cooking, this collection draws inspiration from the relaxed elegance of the French and Italian coasts.
It brings together fresh, seasonal ingredients and simple techniques to create dishes that feel both rustic and refined. With a focus on seafood, garden vegetables, and vibrant flavors, it captures the spirit of seaside living and the pleasure of gathering around the table.
Publisher: Apartamento
Measurements: 11.2 × 9.4 in
Condition: New
Format: Hardcover
Nearly two decades after its first publication, Apartamento Publishing re-releases Paris Living Rooms, a part of Dominique Nabokov’s interior photography works. Gritty and authentic in style, each photograph gives an intimate reflection of Parisian society from the early 2000s. Throughout the book you will be invited inside the homes of Parisian idols from Yves Saint Laurent to Carine Roitfeld. Each untouched polaroid photo celebrates a certain era of the city’s history.
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
Measurements: 12.2 × 10.3 in
Format: Paperback
Condition: New
A definitive monograph on the work of American artist George Condo, whose distinctive paintings merge art-historical references, abstraction, and psychologically charged figuration. Written by curator Simon Baker, this richly illustrated volume traces Condo’s career from the 1980s to the present, exploring his inventive approach to painting, drawing, and sculpture.
With a bright palette of yellow, soft blue, and aqua, The Summer Stack brings a sun-washed ease to any coffee table or shelf. Curated as an ode to coastal living and Mediterranean travel, each title offers its own perspective on the season—coming together in a collection that feels transportive and refined.
From Italian beach clubs and Riviera cuisine to beach homes and beautiful interiors, this stack captures the rhythm of a European summer. Decorative yet editorial in feel, it adds a fresh layer of color, light, and polish to the home.
Thoughtfully selected for those drawn to seaside interiors, slow living, and beautiful design,The Summer Stack also makes a perfect gift for hosts, aesthetes, and anyone with a love for summer.
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Lido
A study in coastal nostalgia, Lido captures the ease and elegance of life by the water, where long afternoons and beach culture define the pace of summer.
Riviera: The Cookbook
A collection of sun-drenched recipes inspired by the Mediterranean coast, this cookbook celebrates effortless entertaining and seasonal cooking.
How Italy Feels
A stunning portrait of Italy, this title explores everyday beauty through texture, light, and the understated romance of place.
Summer Houses
A curated look at warm-weather homes defined by ease and restraint, where architecture and interiors blur into the surrounding landscape.
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
Condition: Used (Very Good)
Format: Hardcover
In the late 19th century Paul Cézanne (1839–1906) created vivid landscapes and still life paintings while residing in the countryside near Aix-en-Provence. These pieces would transform into the anchors of modern art.
With textured and intense dabs of paint and innovative approaches to light and space, his styles went beyond Impressionism and defined movements of the early 20th century. Both Matisse and Picasso dubbed him the “father of us all.”
This rare title showcases key paintings from Cézanne’s oeuvre representative of the natural world from lush hillsides to bright flower arrangements.
Publisher: Yvon Lambert
Measurements: 21.5 x 29 cm
Format: Softcover
Condition: New
Romain Laprade is a still life and fashion photographer whose distinct visual language transforms everyday moments into quiet, captivating compositions. The third volume in the Distances series continues his exploration of space, light, and form, presenting a refined collection of images that blur the line between reality and abstraction.
Through carefully constructed scenes, bold geometry, and sun-washed hues, this edition expands his visual journey across new landscapes and architectural icons. From cover to final page, Distances Vol. III invites you into a serene and contemplative world, where simplicity becomes striking and the familiar feels beautifully reimagined.
Publisher: Skira
Measurements: 24 x 30.5 cm
Condition: New
Format: Hardcover
In 1931, a young 25-year-old Albert Skira, upon the suggestion of Pierre Matisse, convinced Pablo Picasso to illustrate Ovid’s Metamorphoses with 30 etchings.
This stunning glass encased edition, in only 145 copies, was the first publication of the new-born Skira.
The extensive volume is 412 pages and includes the etchings both in (15) and outside the text (15). The anastatic copy is, like the original edition, in French, with an introduction text in English.
Publisher: Bastien Lattanzio
Format: Softcover
Measurements: 21 x 29.7 cm
Condition: New
Shot by photographer Bastien Lattanzio, Pantelleria captures the soul and aesthetic of an island Italian summer with images of the sparkling Mediterranean, rocky shores and fresh fruit. Dive into a summer dream by flipping through this book which serves as an ode to the serene energy embedded in European lifestyle.
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
Measurements: 9.25 x 0.75 x 12.5 in
Format: Hardcover
Condition: Used (Very Good)
This particular book of Picaso’s work showcases an exemplary selection of the master's paintings, sculptures, and ceramics. Complimenting the varied works are detailed commentaries on his artistic genius.
Publisher: Rizzoli
Measurements: 7.87 x 5.51 in
Format: Hardcover
Condition: New
This book celebrates the artistic journey of Simone Rocha, the esteemed Irish designer. Emerging from London's renowned Central Saint Martins M.A., Rocha debuted her inaugural collection in 2010, swiftly captivating the fashion world's elite including Adrian Joffe of Dover Street Market.
Inspired by the lush landscapes of her native Ireland, Rocha's designs exude femininity, allure, and an ethereal quality.
A must-have for fashion enthusiasts, this book is an intimate exploration into Rocha's subversive universe, deeply influenced by artists such as Louise Bourgeois and Rei Kawakubo of Comme des Garçons.
Publisher: Gagosian
Measurements: 9.5 × 7.5 inches
Format: Softcover in dust jacket
Condition: New
A revealing look at the photographic practice of Cy Twombly, this volume brings together nearly one hundred images spanning more than five decades of the artist’s life and work. From early studio views in 1950s New York to landscapes in St. Barts, Twombly turns his camera toward flowers, sculptures, domestic spaces, landscapes, and the quiet details of everyday life.
With an intuitive eye for color, texture, and composition, these intimate photographs offer a glimpse into the visual world that surrounded his celebrated paintings and sculptures. Published on the occasion of the 2012 Gagosian exhibition, the fully illustrated volume includes an essay by artist Edmund de Waal exploring the relationship between Twombly’s photographs, memory, and the passage of time.
Publisher: Rizzoli
Measurements: 12 × 9 in
Format: Hardcover
Condition: New
From Paris apartments to countryside retreats, the spaces come together through a mix of thoughtful materials, unexpected details, art, and a playful sense of color. Known for interiors that feel polished without feeling overly formal, Yovanovitch brings a distinct warmth and personality to each project.
Beautifully photographed throughout, this is an inspiring look at the designer’s approach to creating spaces that feel collected, comfortable, and full of character.
Publisher: The Design Museum
Measurements:8.3 × 10.5"
Format: Hardcover
Condition: New
A vivid exploration of one of film’s most singular creative voices, this book opens the door to Wes Anderson’s private trove of inspiration—sketchbooks, snapshots, props, and design elements collected over more than thirty years behind the camera. Together, these artifacts form a revealing mosaic of a director who sees narrative potential in every texture, color, and object.
Created in collaboration with La Cinémathèque française and the Design Museum to accompany the first major exhibition devoted to Anderson’s career, the volume is threaded together by writer Alex Marshall, who traces the path from early concepts to fully realized films. His commentary shows how Anderson’s exacting eye shapes a visual language that is instantly recognizable.
A perfect companion for readers drawn to the mechanics of storytelling and the art of building imaginative worlds.
Wes Anderson—born in 1969 in Houston—is a celebrated American filmmaker renowned for his idiosyncratic compositions, meticulous production design, and offbeat narratives. His filmography includes The Royal Tenenbaums, Moonrise Kingdom, The Grand Budapest Hotel, and The French Dispatch, works that have earned him numerous nominations from the Academy Awards, the Golden Globes, and BAFTA.
Holiday Gift Guide: Coffee Table Books & Thoughtful Gifts
Discover the Maison Plage Holiday 2026 collection, a curated selection of coffee table books and thoughtful holiday gifts for the design-minded, art lover, avid traveler, and collector. Explore exceptional art books, inspiring photography, interiors, fashion, and travel titles, alongside curated book stacks that bring color, character, and a considered touch to any space.
Whether you’re searching for a distinctive holiday gift, a special book for someone who has everything, or a beautiful addition to your own collection, our holiday gift guide offers something beyond the ordinary. From celebrated artists and iconic designers to evocative destinations and imaginative visual stories, each title is chosen for its lasting appeal, both on the page and in the home.
For thoughtful gifts that make an impression, explore our collection of hostess gifts, featuring beautiful books for dinner parties, holiday gatherings, and memorable occasions. Discover gifts for the art enthusiast, with inspiring titles spanning art, photography, sculpture, and design, or browse our selection of gifts under $100 for distinctive, design-minded presents at a range of price points.
A thoughtful alternative to traditional gifts, coffee table books invite discovery, spark conversation, and make a lasting impression long after the holidays. Whether you’re shopping for a host, a creative friend, a devoted collector, or someone who appreciates beautiful things, Maison Plage offers unique holiday gifts worth giving, collecting, and keeping. Explore our Holiday 2026 gift guide to find considered gifts in art, design, photography, fashion, and travel.