More From Lorna Koski
Roberto Calasso’s Views on Publishing, Writing — and Baudelaire
Calasso's new book, "The Art of the Publisher," translated by Richard Dixon, just came out from Farrar…
Frank Gehry: His Life and Art
"Building Art: The Life and Work of Frank Gehry" is Paul Goldberger's new book about the celebrated architect.
Olga Peretyatko Stars in ‘Rigoletto’ at the Metropolitan Opera
Coloratura soprano Olga Peretyatko brings her spirited singing to the role of Gilda in Verdi's "Rigoletto" at…
New Vilhelm Hammershøi Exhibit to Show at Scandinavia House
"Vilhelm Hammershoi: Painting Tranquility," is a comprehensive new show of the Danish painter's work at the…
Museum of the City of New York Spotlights Jacob A. Riis and the ‘Other Half’
The Museum of the City of New York's guest curator Bonnie Yochelson has put together "Jacob A. Riis…
‘Interior Landmarks’ at the Four Seasons
At the launch of "Interior Landmarks: Treasures of New York," at the Four Seasons restaurant, the…
Looking Back at Balenciaga’s Storied Past
The ups and downs of the fashion house reflected over the years.
Peter, Paul and Mary’s Noel Paul Stookey Performs at Museum of the City of New York
Stookey played at the Museum of the City of New York partly to celebrate the "Folk City" exhibition.
Book Excerpt: “Visionary Women”
Angella M. Nazarian discusses women who have changed the world.
Reading Roundup: The Best Fall Books
It's all grist for the picture-book mill: great Renaissance jewels; handsome vintage and modern watches…
Book Excerpt: “The Watch Book”
The authors of "The Watch Book" describe the origins of the wristwatch, when a jeweler to the court of…
Book Excerpt: “Badgley Mischka: American Glamour”
Mark Badgley and James Mischka create entrance-making evening dresses that blend elegant simplicity and the…
Book Excerpt: “Coco Chanel: The Illustrated World of a Fashion Icon”
With her simplified silhouettes and shortened hemlines, Coco Chanel revolutionized 20th century fashion. And…
Book Excerpt: “Interior Landmarks: Treasures of New York”
This book examines buildings which have landmarked interiors, from Grand Central Station to the Ford…
Book Excerpt: “Partners in Design: Alfred H. Barr Jr. and Philip Johnson”
Deeply influenced by the ideals and creations of Bauhaus, Alfred H. Barr Jr. and Philip Johnson infused MoMA…