Edmund de Waal is a renowned British artist and writer, celebrated for his evocative works that seamlessly blend history, art, and personal narrative. With a background in ceramics, de Waal's storytelling is often profoundly visual, transporting readers into the meticulously crafted worlds he writes about.
In The Hare with Amber Eyes, de Waal traces the journey of a precious family collection of netsuke, tiny Japanese sculptures, through generations and across continents, revealing fascinating insights into his own family's history. This bestseller is both an intimate family memoir and a broader meditation on belonging and inheritance.
Letters to Camondo is another captivating exploration, presented as a series of letters to Moïse de Camondo, a Jewish art collector who lived in Paris before the Second World War. De Waal examines themes of memory, loss, and the enduring impact of art and objects in our lives.
Explore the works of Edmund de Waal and embark on a journey through history, culture, and the poignant intersections of personal and collective memories. His books are a testament to the power of storytelling and the enduring beauty of artistic craftsmanship.
