The Italian Art of Shoemaking: Works of Art in Leather

(Hardback)

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This beautifully illustrated volume takes the reader on a creative andproductive odyssey of one of the world's most prestigious shoemakers.An exclusive look inside the world of Moreschi, a name that has long beensynonymous with the ideal handmade shoe, which are fashioned individually like awork of art and coveted by celebrities and public figures all over the world.

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Without a doubt, [this book] offers the reader an education in the art of shoemaking. . .The visuals are beautiful and help the reader to quite literally understand the text without any further explanation; the photos expose the reader to the particular attributes and features of a Moreschi shoe. . .The Italian Art of Shoemaking: Works of Art in Leather is entertaining as well as informative. Recommended."
-NY JOURNAL OF BOOKS

"If you're interested in a deep dive into the culture of one of the world's most distinguished shoemakers, consider The Italian Art of Shoemaking: Works of Art in Leather. It takes readers inside the world of Moreschi shoes, which have long been recognized for their craftsmanship and unique style. . while the brand has designs on the future, including a more recently developed women's line,this volume is a remarkable exploration of the history that made them an institution."
-METROSOURCE

Author Bio

Cristina Morozzi is a design and fashion editor, curator ofexhibitions, editor of books, and the former director of Modo magazine. Dubbedthe "lady of Italian design," Morozzi is a consultant for numerous design labels.She has taught at Milan's Domus Academy, and at the cole Cantonale d'Art inLausanne.