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A coffee-table book is so much more than something to read. It brightens up a space, adds a veneer of sophistication and lets your guests know exactly how good your taste is. Melissa Twigg lists six new offerings your sitting room is crying out for

For fans of… Chinese art AI WEIWEI (Taschen) You’ve got an impressive collection of Chinese contemporary art, but an Ai Weiwei? Well, that may even be beyond you—although only because the Tate Modern and MoMA picked up every piece from his last sale. But fret not; instead of his art, get his book. Alongside his renowned installations, Ai Weiwei remains a cultural magnet, celebrated for his political activism. This book delves into his infamous past in a series of essays by old friends and a variety of Chinese cultural experts. Interspersed throughout the text are rich colour photographs of his most renowned pieces—we love the beautiful shot of his porcelain Sunflower Seeds, which hangs at the Turbine Hall of the Tate Modern. With behind-the-scenes studio pictures, production shots and exclusive…

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Hong Kong Tatler Homes (Digital) - 1 Issue, June - Issue 9

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