Boules d’Escalier: The Flávia & Frank Abubakir Collection reveals a fascinating world of craftsmanship hidden in plain sight. Gathering hundreds of staircase finials—known as boules d’escalier—from the remarkable private collection of Flávia and Frank Abubakir; renowned collectors of Boules; this volume celebrates forms often overlooked yet rich in artistry and history. The book unfolds in a fluid visual journey; grouping the pieces by color; pattern; and the intricate techniques etched into their surfaces. From luminous crystal forms to richly colored glass works; each boule reveals the imagination and craftsmanship of the artisans who created them. Photography by Harald Gottschalk captures the collection in Portugal and Brazil; highlighting both the sculptural beauty of the objects and their unique character.
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