Riva Aquarama

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About the Work

The Aquarama, a wooden speedboat designed by Carlo Riva, has become an iconic symbol of Italian design, and Assouline's book Riva Aquarama celebrates its 60th anniversary. The Aquarama's clean lines, mahogany, chrome details, and signature robin's egg-blue and cream upholstery evoke the la dolce vita optimism of early-1960s Italy. The Aquarama was adored by movie stars, heads of state, and royalty, including Brigitte Bardot, Elizabeth Taylor, Gunter Sachs, and the royal family of Monaco, among others. Of the approximately 760 completed Aquaramas made in the Sarnico shipyard, around 650 are still in existence, adding to its legendary status. In this tribute to the Aquarama, author Michael Verdon recounts the story of the legendary boat and its dolce vita charm. The book is also available in a special edition presented in a luxury mahogany box, expressing the beauty of the Aquarama's hull and offering owners, collectors, and enthusiasts a piece of the Riva dream.

About the Author

Michael Verdon is a seasoned writer on boating and aviation, serving as the marine/aviation editor at Robb Report magazine. He has worked for numerous boating publications and his articles have appeared in publications worldwide. He is a recipient of multiple awards, including the prestigious Pionieri della Nautica from UCINA, the Italian marine trade association, for his contributions to the country’s boating industry.

Oliver Pilcher, born in Scotland, initially pursued sculpture at the Edinburgh College of Art before transitioning to a photography career that has taken him across the globe, photographing for some of the world's most distinguished brands. Pilcher has contributed his photography to Condé Nast Traveler for over a decade. He currently resides in both New York and Costa Rica with his wife Abigail and their four children.

"Assouline is more than a publishing house, it is a lifestyle brand."

New York Magazine

Number of pages: 208
Number of illustrations: over 200
Language: English
Released in: September 2022
Size: W 39.4 x L 47 x H 8 cm
Weight: 8.999 kg
Further features: Hardcover in a luxury rubber clamshell case with metal plate tip-on
ISBN: 9781649800657