BOOK OF WONDERS

In an era where books about decluttering and organising one’s belongings have become runaway bestsellers, there’s something illicit and (therefore) alluring about the notion of collecting curiosities with little practical value.

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In an era where books about decluttering and organising one’s belongings have become runaway bestsellers, there’s something illicit and (therefore) alluring about the notion of collecting curiosities with little practical value.
My Reading Room

But if you don’t actually want to surround yourself with quirky objects such as vintage bird masks from Africa or 17th-century chests with secret compartments, we suggest availing yourself of Cabinet of Wonders, a book that charts the collectibles of GastonLouis Vuitton, the grandson of the founder of the fashion house.

Available at Louis Vuitton stores.