Since the early 1900s, the French have been renowned for their quest of mechanical and aesthetic excellence. This was true in their approach to aviation as well as automobiles. In Vitesse-Élégance, the third in the series on the Mullin Automotive Museum's extraordinary collection of French cars, author Serge Bellu takes a fresh look at the efforts of the French automakers and their aeronautical roots. Beginning with Gabriel Voisin and his fascinating vehicles, the book looks at Hispano-Suiza, Renault, Peugeot, Panhard Levassor, Chenard &amp; Walcker and a dozen other marques who crossed back and forth between air and land conveyances. This lavish edition is complete with historical images and documents, as well as the modern studio photography of Michael Furman.

Vitesse~Élégance: French Expression of Flight and Motion (Mullin Automotive Museum)

Serge Bellu

Coachbuilt Press

A deluxe volume that explores the evolution of the streamlined automotive shape from the 1930s to the 1990s.Originally produced as the official catalog for a 2007 exhibition at the Phoenix Museum of Art, Curves of Steel celebrates the intersection of style and aerodynamics that is the hallmark of streamlined design in the twentieth century. The book features some of the most important examples of streamlined automobiles, which top scholars selected from North America’s most significant private and public collections. These automobiles demonstrate the influence of aerodynamics and how it changed the look of the automobile from what was originally a rectangular “horseless carriage” into a sleek modern machine that embodies the ideas of speed and efficiency. Curves of Steel includes essays from many of the world’s great automotive writers, including Beverly Rae Kimes, Ken Gross, Phil Patton, Richard Adatto, and Diana Meredith. Each car is presented with historical images and stunning modern photographs by Michael Furman. 103 color photos; 32 black &amp; white photos; 23 black &amp; white illustrations

Curves of Steel: Streamlined Automobile Design

Engineering & Transportation

Automotive

Published at the 100th Anniversary of General Motors, featuring the photography of iconic classic car photographer Michael Furman, and lively, entertaining essays by America's most distinguished classic car historians and journalists.Celebrating design excellence that has stirred the American imagination for decades, this superbly produced volume showcases the cars that created General Motors' legacy for the past 100 years, including the 1950's "Motorama" dream cars that defined a generation. Written with complete editorial independence by an unequalled collection of leading automotive writers, The Art and Colour of General Motors benefits from new Furman photography of historically important General Motors cars, as well as from major museums and private collections across America. GM Archives also provided historic images, many of which have not been seen by the public for decades. This book is a must-have for auto aficionados young and old, and will appeal to everyone who has a love affair with the design, romance and beauty of great American automobiles. Foreword by Bob Lutz, Vice Chairman of Global Product Development for General Motors and Introduction by renowned jeweler and car collector, Nicola Bulgari. 286 color, 53 b/w illustrations

The Art and Colour of General Motors

Legendary automobile collector and historian Dr. Frederick A. Simeone and iconic photographer Michael Furman showcase one of the world’s great automobile collections.The October 2008 opening of the Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum in Philadelphia premiered for the public the priceless, unequaled automobile collection of noted neurosurgeon Dr. Frederick A. Simeone. The Spirit of Competition stunningly presents that collection, including over 60 of the rarest and most significant race cars ever built. Assembled by Dr. Simeone over half a century, the museum collection illustrates the essential role of competition in the development of the sports racing car. Dr. Simeone tells the story of his lifetime obsession with sports cars, the sometimes harrowing tales of acquiring them, and offers his compelling theory of their evolutionary development. The text is complemented by rarely seen historical images and hundreds of new color photos by celebrated photographer Michael Furman. A must-have for auto enthusiasts and racing fans of all ages, the book will also stir discussion on the role of competition throughout society. 225 color, 75 b&amp;w illustrations

The Spirit of Competition: The Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum

Arts & Photography

Simeone, Frederick A.

Photography & Video

The award-winning Motorcars of the Classic Era joins its acclaimed companion, Automobiles of the Chrome Age, in a boxed set.Michael Furman, the world’s preeminent photographer of classic cars, presents two of his most striking volumes together for the first time in a boxed set that will delight auto aficionados, photography buffs, and everyone who has a love affair with classic cars. Motorcars of the Classic Era captures the breathtaking beauty of coachbuilt automobiles created from 1925 through 1948, including Bugatti, Duesenberg, Cadillac, Rolls-Royce, Delahaye, Packard, and other fabled marques. Automobiles of the Chrome Age continues Furman’s photographic essay into the post–World War II era, from a hood ornament for the 1947 Nash Ambassador Suburban to the tail fins of a 1959 Cadillac Eldorado Seville. Each book features more than 150 stunning photographs and a visual index of technical information. 368 color illustrations

From Classics to Chrome 1925-1960: A Photographic Essay

Furman, Michael

When it was first issued, Curves of Steel was widely celebrated as a landmark automotive fine art and historical volume. Architectural Digest said Curves of Steel is filled with sensuous photographs, and Classical Drives.com said, Wow! What a lineup of automotive historians and superb writers. Will rank among the most beautiful examples of automobile photography ever printed. Auto Aficionado wrote that Curves of Steel underscores the Michael Furman consultant touch in assembling the finest cars for the most-celebrated exhibitions, and RM Magazine stated, Simply a must have for any enthusiast.

Curves of Steel: Steamlined Automobile Design at Phoenix Art Museum

Phoenix Art Museum

The Mullin Automotive Museum in Oxnard, California is a glorious testament to French design in the 20th century. The collections include all manner of French cars - be they touring or competition, and from the greatest marques, including Delahaye, Delage, Voisin, Hispano Suiza, Peugeot, and Talbot Lago.But the Mullin Museum holds a special place for the artistry and talents of the Bugatti family. From the cars of Ettore and Jean Bugatti, to the fanciful furniture of Carlo Bugatti, and the sculpture of Rembrandt, the tribute is as breath-taking as it is historically significant.The Art of Bugatti: Mullin Automotive Museum, highlights the vision of Peter and Merle Mullin as it presents some 29 cars, artwork, furniture and family artifacts in this tribute to the great French marque.Written by noted French car expert Richard Adatto, Bugatti historian Julius Kruta and furniture authority Christina Japp, The Art of Bugatti brings the heritage of this famous family of artists and innovators to life. With rarely seen historical photographs and documents, each car is presented anew in studio photography by renowned automotive photographer Michael Furman.The Art of Bugatti: Mullin Automotive Museum will see its world release at the 2010 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance in August, 2010. You may pre-order now to receive your copy in September.

The Art of Bugatti: Mullin Automotive Museu

Richard Adatto

Julius Kruta

Christina Japp

Includes bibliographical references (p. 246).

French Curves - Delahaye, Delage, Talbot-Lago (Mullin Automotive Museum, Volume 2)

Mascots and badges are a unique art form that have identified automotive marques since the late 19th century. This "automotive jewelry" has been beautifully presented in photographs by Michael Furman, and with enlightened commentary from an internationally renowned group of historians, designers, authors, collectors and curators. Automotive Jewelry, Volume One: Mascots and Badges, the latest title from Coachbuilt Press is available in August following its world premiere at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. Visit our website for an advance look inside Automotive Jewelry and all our fine Coaachbuilt Press titles.

Automotive Jewelry, Volume One: Mascots, Badges

Michael Furman

The automotive mascot or hood ornament has been with us almost as long as the automobile itself. In the early days, the mascot was selected by the manufacturer to identify their product. But over the years, the car owners chose their own symbol of identity. These "accessory" mascots became quite fashionable in the 1920s and '30s as a way for the owner to make a statement about themselves and their beloved automobile. Famous artists - Lalique, Cartier, Bazin, Brau and others, created pieces of whimsy, elegance and power to adorn the top of the radiator shell of cars both common and unique. Their work in bronze, brass, metal and glass were representative of the art trends of the day, including Art Deco, streamlining and Egyptology; and subject matter that included airplanes, policemen, sports, birds, dogs, mythology and of course, women. Author Nicholas Dawes brings his many years of expertise to the presentation of these beautiful works. Nick's background at Heritage Auctions, specializing in Lalique and other bronze work; his many years as a college lecturer and author; and his long-standing presence on Antiques Road Showshow allows for his invaluable knowledge and insight. Presented as a companion book to Automotive Jewelry, Volume One: Mascots•Badges, Bespoke Mascots again features the studio photographs of Michael Furman. Each piece is presented singularly and with a descriptive index to allow for the greatest appreciation of these wonderful works of art. Automotive Jewlery, Volume Two: Bespoke Mascots will have its world premier at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance in August, 2014 and will immediately be available for purchase on this site.

Automotive Jewelry, Volume Two: Bespoke Mascots

Nicholas Dawes

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