J. C. Volkamer. The Book of Citrus Fruits Polo Crafted with the enduring grace

Crafted with the enduring grace of European hotel silver

The cinematic vision of Ralph Lauren is brought to life with a stunning and intimately written book that spans decades of innovation and influence by the iconic American designer

and forever chic

captivating imagery is complemented by essays and descriptions written in his own words that intimately express the meaning of home and share inspiration and anecdotes for each residence

and undeniably luxurious

J. C. Volkamer. The Book of Citrus Fruits Polo Crafted with the enduring graceHave you ever thought of citrus fruits as celestial bodies, angelically suspended in the sky? Perhaps not, but J. C. Volkamer (16441720) didcommissioning an extravagant and breathtaking series of large sized copperplates representing citrons, lemons, and bitter oranges in surreal scenes of majesty and wonder. Ordering plants by post mostly from Italy, Germany, North Africa, and even the Cape of Good Hope, the Nuremberg merchant Volkamer was a devotee