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on the cover: Sunken Cities The bust of the colossal statue of the god Hapy has been strapped with webbings before being cautiously raised out of the water of Aboukir Bay, Egypt; IEASM Excavations Photo: Christoph Gerigk © Franck Goddio/Hilti Foundation

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The first major project I remember being assigned in grade school was to create an Egyptian-style pyramid, filled with all of the treasures I would take to an after life. I quickly became enchanted with anything to do with King Tut. I copied hieroglyphics as best I could from our Encyclopedia collection in the basement in an attempt to describe my then present life and likes. I made a sarcophagus and painted it gold, creating a mummy out of clay to place inside. From that assignment well into adulthood, I thought I had a unique connection to anything related to Egypt. After touring the newly opened Egyptian Gallery at the Saint Louis Art Museum, it finally hit me that these ancient antiquities and the rich history must fascinate us all, perhaps even connecting us as human beings. The new gallery has interactive displays showing the CT Scans of three mummies, allowing visitors to browse through 3-dimensional images of the skeletal frames remaining of those who were wrapped so delicately thousands of years ago. It’s the first time we have insight as to how burial rituals evolved over time, and it’s clear to see how different members of society were honored as we look to art to learn about history. As if that weren’t enough, it blew my mind when I saw the first images of the humongous sculptures recently pulled out of the ocean that reveal more about life in ancient Egypt. Even more amazing is how they came from the ocean, got sent to Europe, and have ended up in St. Louis (see Sunken Cities, pg. 66). The elusive concept of time is baffling, how our own lives can seem to pass so quickly, and yet the calendar shows decades have passed in front of our eyes. We can preserve our memories and our legacies with a handful of items to be passed from generation to generation. One of my favorite parts about scouting homes that couples have “downsized” to is to see what is kept from the past and what is purchased or revitalized in an attempt to brighten the future. Joan Lerch describes what is collected and cherished in this issue’s home feature (pg. 20). And it’s ironic how letting go can clear up the space both mentally and logistically to enjoy the present, evolving to a newer life. It seems “things” are less important as time passes, and those who have impacted our lives the most are what’s celebrated and cherished. Zoe Robinson has created a minineighborhood of eateries that are each a tribute to someone special. Her third restaurant on the block honors her parents (see Billie-Jean pg. 12). Just a few weeks ago, there was news that a “new” tomb was discovered near the pyramids in Egypt. “New” in that it’s likely 4,400 years old, but new to our eyes. I’ll be anxious to read the details as they emerge of what was inside, how it was found and how many more pyramids could still be waiting to be discovered. My younger self put ice skates, a Sony Walkman and a lot of pretend gold coins in my pyramid. What would you take to your after life if you lived in ancient Egypt?

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BILLIE-JEAN A FAMILY AFFAIR Written by Johnny Fugitt / Photography by Carmen Troesser

Billie-Jean is the newest member of Zoe Robinson’s family of restaurants, but, in a way, it feels like the head of the family. Robinson is best known for her popular Bar Les Freres (French for brothers) and I Fratellini (Italian for little brothers) – each referencing her sons. Billie-Jean, named for her mother and father, completes the Wydown Boulevard family tree. “Billie-Jean took three years to conceive,” says Robinson. “I coveted that space and hounded the landlord for quite some time. I sold my restaurant BoBo Noodle House in order to free up more time and to keep all three restaurants on the same block.” Along with a knack for developing striking spaces, Robinson is associated with Asian food from her former Zoe’s Pan-Asian Café and BoBo Noodle House. Billie-Jean’s mostly-American menu includes notes of this Asian influence with items such as the lacquered pork belly lettuce wraps with hot and sour dipping sauce. The menu doesn’t reach for a new concept. Rather, it’s a culinary expression of Robinson and her longtime partner in the kitchen, chef Ny Vongsaly. “Ny Vongsaly and I are like brother and sister,” says Robinson, “except we don’t fight. We can complete each other’s sentences. We work on menus together, but he does all of the execution. We both have pretty good senses of humor so it’s a lot of fun and we get to eat! He is a wonderful chef and person. I could not be luckier to work with him.” Robinson’s parents were avid art collectors who cultivated Zoe’s sense of style and attention to detail. Her father, Jean, passed away when she was young, but Zoe remembers his regard for great meals. “I think that he would appreciate what we have created,” she says.

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roasted quail with golden raisin, hazelnut stuffing and butternut squash

As any mother would, Billie loves the new restaurant – particularly the braised short rib. “She is sharp and beautiful,” Zoe proudly shares of her mother. “She raised my sisters and I with a good work ethic and inspired all of us to be independent, strong women.” This intrepidness greets Billie-Jean’s guests immediately as they enter the stunning new space. “Black is my color,” says Robinson who describes the color palate as “using layers of black.” Working with designer David Richardson, the pair created a space that is both urbane and affable. As much as she pours herself into the restaurants, the highs and lows resonate deeply with Robinson. “I’m very hands-on and my staff is all like family. It’s not easy for me to accept criticism or bad reviews online. It’s really hard on me.” Opening a restaurant is a highly scrutinized and inherently stressful undertaking, but, so far, it’s been mostly highs for Billie-Jean. “The energy we’ve created between the three places is infectious,” shares Robinson. What is one to do with half-full drinks when a table is ready next door? “Just take them with you,” is Robinson’s response. “We’ll retrieve the glassware later.” It’s this kind of experience and hospitality customers remember. Family isn’t less than blood, but it’s so much more. It’s those to whom we turn in times of trouble; it’s those with whom we share our deepest joys. We anchor our lives to family and Zoe Robinson created a trio of Clayton restaurants reflecting her relationships with her sons, chef, staff, customers and, now, her parents - Billy and Jean. sl Johnny Fugitt is the author of The 100 Best Barbecue Restaurants in America.

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COLLECTED, CHERISHED, AND ONCE MORE NEW Written by Joan Lerch / Photography by Alise O’Brien

After almost four decades in a beloved family home, how do you say goodbye and then make a new home— not just for yourself, but for all of your beautiful things curated over a lifetime? While the challenge may have been emotional, the solution was pretty simple for this homeowner. “I met Ken a few years ago when I saw his work at a local show house, and it was just luscious. So when it was time to do this, I grabbed him!” With twinkling eyes surveying her new (and stunning) home, her delight is evident. “My family comments on things I’ve had for years, but they’ve never noticed before. Ken brought it all together.” The “Ken” responsible for this enthusiasm is Ken Stückenschneider of Stückenschneider Decoration & Design. A

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graduate of Washington University and New York’s Pratt Institute, his work has been featured on the cover of Architectural Digest, and his international portfolio includes projects in London, Barbados, Montreal and Hong Kong. When the homeowner fell in love with Stückenschneider’s artistry at the show house, neither one of them knew just how ideal their collaboration would turn out to be. The designer’s degree is in art history, and he was formerly a docent at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. So who better to understand the best way to incorporate the homeowner’s important collection of paintings and antiquities into her new home, a 1982 Higginbotham-built beauty with good bones but a tired interior?

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Original built-in shelving in the formal dining room was painted a soft celadon and lit from within. The lush rose centerpiece is the work of award-winning artist and floral designer Melinda Roeleveld, owner of Les Bouquets.

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Awash in Benjamin Moore’s “Touch of Pink,” the dressing room features a custom armoire, grosgrain-trimmed window treatments on brass rods, and a treasured Chagall.

Transformation of the expansive living room began with color. Generic beige was replaced with a luminous celadon on walls and crown molding. In one corner of the light-washed room, two glass-shelved étagères display an international collection of antiques, including African money, Chinese vases, Picasso plates, and an 18th-century jade box from France. While many of these pieces were acquired on a trip to China, the homeowner purchased almost all of the paintings in New York, at the gallery of the late André Emmerich. The influential Manhattan dealer represented, among others, Color Field painter Helen Frankenthaler, and he also handled the estate of Abstract Expressionist Hans Hofmann, one of the most important influencers of postwar American art. Hofmann and Frankenthaler are two of the artists in the homeowner’s collection, which also includes works by American painter and printmaker Frank Stella, American Modernist Milton Avery, and Russian-born painter Marc Chagall. Helen Frankenthaler pioneered a “soak-stain” technique of painting, pouring thinned paint on to unprimed canvas that she laid on the floor. This created canvases awash in fields of translucent color, and the technique is exquisitely evident in the rare Frankenthaler work above the living room fireplace. A mathematician and inventor, as well as an artist, the German-born Hofmann was also an influential teacher to many

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artists, including Helen Frankenthaler. Two exuberantly colorful Hofmann paintings, centered on layered mirrors, are displayed on opposite walls in the formal dining room. Describing the transformation of the dining room, Stückenschneider says, “When we began this project, the dining room was just dead. The mirrors were designed and crafted to create dimension. They look beveled, but they are actually built-up layers of glass.” Reflecting light from the exquisite Baccarat chandelier, the custom mirrors provide illumination for Hofmann’s works and the homeowner’s collection of fine porcelain. A bespoke crewel-border rug, created by Edward Fields from Stückenschneider’s design, adds warmth and texture, and English regency chairs surround a conversation-friendly round table. The once-dead dining room is revived and ready for its dinner-party close-up. (And if a certain adorable canine joins the guests, they are sure to notice how well she matches the gorgeous handmade rug.) In every room of the home, an often-overlooked necessity was given a subtle but sublime makeover. Dated metal register covers, which had been painted to match the wall color, were replaced with elaborately scrolled covers in unlacquered brass. Stückenschneider chose unlacquered because “it weathers over time, and acquires a beautiful patina.” No longer wallflowers doomed to disappear into the woodwork, the covers are functional and fabulous.

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Picture frame molding surrounds the 18th century chinoiserie secretary and a collection of antiquities from around the world.

Fittingly, the entry hall that introduces these beautiful spaces is also a work of art. Regal arched windows flank the front door, welcoming the sun through divided lights from floor to ceiling. Intricate crown and base molding and white wainscoting, all finished in a glossy oil, adds classic style. But the undisputed star of this space is the exquisite custom wallcovering from New York’s Gracie studio, hand-painted in shades of charcoal and white on antiqued silver paper. Film stars can only hope to stage such a grand entrance. With a Higginbotham pedigree, the stately home had weathered the years in style, so Stückenschneider’s fine-tuned eye for proportion and scale was key to refining the interior layout without major changes to the original footprint. Working with general contractor Nate Markway of Markway Construction, the designer eliminated three doorways, combining them into a single hallway. Other doors were raised from their original standard heights, fitted with substantial hardware and painted with the same glossy lacquer used in the entry hall. The result is striking, luxurious and, in the designer’s words, “Hollywood glam.” The glam factor increases exponentially in the owner’s ultragirly dressing room, a dreamy confection of color, texture and thoughtful detail. Created from a spare bedroom and bathed in filtered light from four delicately dressed windows, it’s the perfect 26 slmag.net

place to plan the day or get ready for a night out. (Or perhaps just curl up on the plush pink sofa with Jane Austen and a crystal flute of something bubbly.) Above the sofa, Chagall captures a couple embracing in the moonlight. To accommodate the owner’s wardrobe, Stückenschneider designed a custom 3-door armoire finished in the same luscious shade as the walls, ceiling and trim— Benjamin Moore’s “Touch of Pink.” Full-length, mirrored armoire doors reflect the yummy pastel, further enhancing the delicate mood. For up-close-and-personal pampering, the designer crafted a traditional dressing table, also finished in pink and paired with an Egyptian revival chair. A leopard-upholstered seat adds just a touch of wild to the mix. And while another closet displays an enviable collection of shoes, sometimes a girl just wants to pad around barefoot, and a soft Aubusson rug in watercolor florals is just the thing for toescrunching fun. Film buffs know the sequel is seldom as good as the original, but this second act might just be the exception. Even though it broke her heart to leave her previous home, the lady of this house offers the ultimate compliment to Stückenschneider and his team, declaring with confidence, “You know what? I’ve never looked back!” sl

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seem unattainable, unless you are one of its native peoples, an adventurous outdoorsy type, or among the hearty souls populating its smattering of cities. As I don’t fit into any of the aforementioned categories but still longed to experience all that Alaska has to offer, I booked an 11-day Denali Explorer land and sea tour with Princess Cruises. In 1969 the Princess Italia brought 525 passengers to Alaska; in 2019, Royal Princess, the company’s largest ship ever deployed to the region, will deliver awe-inspiring moments to 3,500 guests. Thanks to a half-century of experience in providing cruise and cruisetour vacations, Princess has built a unique infrastructure in Alaska, encompassing five riverside lodges, rail service and stateof-the-art ships, which allow travelers to get to the heart of the great outdoors without sacrificing any creature comforts. slmag.net

Princess’ award-winning on-board program, North to Alaska, includes unique Alaskan-inspired onboard enrichment, entertainment and food and beverage offerings, as well as exclusive Discovery Channel and Animal Planet recommended shore excursions that are part of the cruise line's Discovery at Sea partnership. Very popular is “Cook My Catch,” a unique culinary program allowing guests to return from select Princess fishing excursions and have the chef prepare their very own catch of the day. Our trip commenced in Anchorage, where we stayed our first night before heading by motor coach to the McKinley Princess Lodge, stopping along the way in the town of Talkeetna (population 772) for our first excursion, a Talkeetna River Float. While we were bundled in multiple layers, our guide seemed to take the 42-degree day as a heatwave, as he sported flip flops and shorts. Midway through the ride we were serenaded by a local man playing the banjo at the river’s edge, just one of many colorful characters we encountered throughout our vacation. Situated on 146 acres inside Denali State Park, the 460-room Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge is the only cruisetour hotel within sight of Mt. McKinley, North America’s highest peak. Denali is so big that it creates its own weather, meaning that its peak is shrouded by clouds onethird of the time. To alert guests when weather conditions are 34 slmag.net

ideal for viewing, the lodge sounds a “Mountain is Out” call. The property’s newly opened, one-of-a-kind 500-square-foot treehouse, constructed by Pete Nelson of Animal Planet’s show “Treehouse Masters” is the ideal spot to take in the view. Our visit fortuitously coincided with an ideal time to view the Northern Lights, and we quickly discovered that like the weather, the aurora can be unpredictable. Rather than stay awake all night staring up at the sky and waiting for the light show, we listened for the lodge’s Northern Lights alert before bundling up and heading outside to be transfixed by the otherworldly bands of green light. We continued our journey by motor coach for the two-hour drive to the Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge. Along the way, we travelled through an amazing landscape of snow-capped mountain peaks, fast-flowing streams and trees with yellow foliage so vibrant they appeared to be alight. The 656-room lodge is located in Denali Village, just one mile from the entrance to the six-million-acre Denali National Park. When weather conditions cancelled our planned glacier landing flight, we substituted an exhilarating ATV tour of a dry glacier, which quickly abated any disappointment I’d been feeling over the aborted flight. Back at the lodge during a pre-dinner cocktail reception, a friendly riot nearly broke out when everyone scrambledto hold the evening’s honored guests: a pack of sled dog puppies.

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Princess Cruises’ Direct-To-The-Wilderness rail service comfortably transported us for the duration of the eight-hour trip from the Denali lodge to the cruise ship, which was docked in the coastal town of Whittier. Featuring some of the largest domed windows ever built for a rail car, we didn’t miss a second of the scenery along the 300-mile journey. A Princess Cruises representative took care of the check-in process for the ship along the way, which made the transition from shore to ship seamless. Our cabin aboard the Star Princess was outfitted with a bespoke mattress, developed in consultation with board-certified sleep expert Dr. Michael Breus, as part of the company’s premier sleep program, an initiative that optimizes staterooms for a sleepfriendly sensory experience. Eighty percent of all outside cabins on the ship boast a private balcony; the opportunity to watch a glacier calving from ours is a sight I won’t soon forget. From small bites in the Vine Room wine bar to a black-tie dinner at Sabitini’s Italian restaurant, the cuisine on board was outstanding, supported by the fact that the quality of the Princess dining experience

has been recognized by the prestigious Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, which has inducted all of the company's ships into the exclusive gastronomic society. Across the board, traditional European dishes are blended with contemporary cuisine with a focus on seasonal foods, flavorful sauces, herbs and lighter fare to please a wide variety of tastes. When we weren’t ogling glaciers as tall as a 24-story building in Glacier Bay, riding a train to White Pass Summit at the US/ Canadian border, exploring historic waterfront towns, and watching in amazement as bears nabbed salmon from the river during a high-speed boat cruise, we were taking advantage of onboard amenities. We enjoyed a dreamy massage in the Lotus Spa, blended our own Silverado wines with a sommelier, recapped each day’s adventures with new friends over cocktails in Crooner’s Martini Bar and relaxed in the library. Even with all of the ship’s outstanding amenities, Mother Nature remains the real star of the show; Princess Cruises is simply her publicity manager, making sure that everyone gets to experience her best performances. For more information visit princess.com. sl slmag.net

Bibliotaph... Spring Gleaning

Compiled by Victoria Chase

Nationally recognized landscape designer Susan Morrison draws on her years of experience to show you how to take advantage of a small yard. Her tips are supplemented by photos of small gardens of varying designs found throughout the country. Susan Morrison - The Less Is More Garden: Big Ideas for Designing Your Small Yard - Hardcover, 256 pages, Timber Press (timberpress.com) A collection of images by photographer Claire Takacs of more than sixty of the world's most beautiful gardens, from iconic public spaces to contemplative private places. Claire Takacs Dreamscapes: Inspiration and Beauty in Gardens Near and Far - Hardcover, 304 pages, Hardie Grant Books (chroniclebooks.com) This photo series is photographer Kenji Tomaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s homage to botanical illustrations found in flower encyclopedias of the 19th century. Before the advent of color photography, images were illustrated with the purpose of replicating the botanic subject as close to reality as possible. Toma is interested in doing the exact opposite with the photographic medium. The result is a highly contemporary and fascinating revival of the concept of the botanical encyclopedia. Kenji Toma - The Most Beautiful Flowers - Hardcover, 196 pages, Kehrer Verlag (kehrerverlag.com)

Avid gardener and author Gisela Keil partnered with commercial photographer JĂźrgen Becker to capture 365 photos of some of the world's most exquisite gardens. Each image is accompanied by planting tips and techniques and botanical facts. Gisela Keil - A Year in the Garden: 365 Inspirational Gardens and Garden Tips - Hardcover, 744 pages, Prestel Publishing (randomhouse.com)

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bib 'li' o 'taph, [bib-lee-uhtaf, -tahf ]: a person who caches or hoards books Using intriguing stories and stunning full-color illustrations, Loves Me, Loves Me Not, introduces readers to flowers that have been conveying message for centuries. Author Peter Loewer writes: "The language of flowers is a delightful idea. In the world of cell phones and mass communications, sending a simple bouquet that tells a tale of love and affection seems to be a great idea whose time has come again." Peter Loewer - Loves Me, Loves Me Not: The Hidden Language of Flowers - Hardcover, 112 pages, Skyhorse Publishing (skyhorsepublishing.com)

For most of her career, artist Rebecca Louise Law has created massive installations that recreate the fields of flowers that delighted her as a child. This book is the most comprehensive collection to date of Law's work, including the evolution of her craft and why she uses preserved flowers as a sculptural material. Rebecca Louise Law Life in Death - Hardcover, The University of Chicago Press (press.uchicago,edu) Antonio Bond, owner of Transplants Floral, an independent floral boutique in Austin, Texas, scours the American Southwest in search of trinkets, bones and other items of intrigue to work into his almost otherworldly floral designs. This book boasts 200 photographs of his most compelling creations, which are accompanied by commentary on the elements comprising each piece and the design process. Antonio Bond - Transplants: Eclectic Floral Design - Hardcover, 224 pages, Blue Star Press (bluestarpress.com) Between 1914 and 1950, Ellen Shipman (1869–1950) designed more than 600 gardens in the United States, from Long Island's Gold Coast to the state of Washington. Her secluded, lush formal gardens attracted a clientele that included Fords, Edisons, Astors, and du Ponts. This book outlines her major works, richly illustrated with plans and photographs. Judith B. Tankard - Ellen Shipman and the American Garden Hardcover, 320 pages, University of Georgia Press (ugapress.org) In this children's book, originally published in French, vibrant watercolors by Vincent Gravé are accompanied by lively text penned by landscape designer Gilles Clément intended to teach young readers not only what’s involved in planning a garden, but how plants, insects, and humans interact all year long to make the garden thrive. Gilles Clément - A Big Garden - Hardcover, 32 pages, Prestel Publishing (randomhouse.com)

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DREAM IN MOTION

The Dallara Stradale represents the culmination of racecar engineer Giampaolo Dallaraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exemplary career in motorsports. Written by Andre James

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Now counted among the world’s most venerable racecar engineers, Giampaolo Dallara began his automotive career at Ferrari soon after graduating from college in 1959. Before the age of 40, Dallara held positions at Maserati, Lamborghini (where he was one of the engineers of the original Miura), and De Tomaso (to design a Formula 1 car), before founding his eponymous engineering business in 1972 in his hometown of Parma, Italy. On any given weekend, some 300 Dallara cars race on circuits around the world and in different formulas. The company also provides consulting service for top-tier car brands, including Alfa Romeo, Audi, Bugatti, Ferrari, KTM, Lamborghini, Maserati and Porsche. Despite all of his accomplishments, one thing eluded Dallara: designing a road car that bore his name. That changed on November 16, 2017, his 81st birthday, with the unveiling of the Dallara Stradale, designed in partnership with Lowie Vermeersch, CEO and Creative Director of Granstudio, a Turin-based boutique design consultancy. “This project sums up everything we learned from racing and from collaborations with our clients, and I am convinced that those who will use this car will be able to try the pleasure of

driving for the sake of driving,” said Dallara. “They will get in the car to take a nice ride and to experience the pleasure of driving.” Twenty years in the making, and drawing on Dallara’s motorsports experience, the largely carbon fiber Dallara Stradale was developed using the company’s industry-leading wind tunnel and computer simulators. Weighing in at a mere 1885-pounds in its lightest configuration—a barchetta speedster sans windshield—the car is powered by a mid-mounted Ford EcoBoost 2.4-liter engine that boasts 400-hp. The 0-60mph sprint takes 3.25-seconds; top speed is 174mph. With a design dictated by maximizing aerodynamic efficiency, the exterior has several available configurations. There are no doors in the conventional sense, as driver and passenger enter by stepping over the body of the car. With the addition of a carbon-fiber and polycarbonate windshield, the car becomes a roadster; adding a T-frame makes it a targa; attaching a pair of top-hinged gullwing doors transforms the car into a coupe. Trackminded drivers can opt for a rear wing, which provides access to exceptional levels of downforce.

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“Designing the Dallara Stradale was really like transforming the dream of Giampaolo Dallara to make his own road car into a sculpture,” said Vermeersch, who was named to Automobile Magazine’s 2010 list of the “World’s 25 Most Influential Car Designers”. “It was a dream that was rooted in the timeless beauty of his Miura and fueled by a long career full of passion for the race. So, we avoided to impose a preconceived and fixed idea of the styling, but we allowed its shape to stylistically evolve during the process in a continuous interaction with Dallara's engineers, guided by a clear sense of harmony and proportions. Only in this way we could find a shape that is an absolute synthesis between performance and aesthetics.” The engine, which drives the rear wheels via a six-speed gearbox (either traditional manual or automated manual using a paddleshift system), is mounted transversely, meaning that the engine's crankshaft axis is perpendicular to the long axis of the vehicle. Supercar engineer Loris Bicocchi, who has worked for Bugatti, Pagani and Koenigsegg, was tapped to lead the chassis-development program. “For some time now, Mr. Dallara has been telling me, ‘Loris, when we find the time to make our road car, I would like you to test it for us.’ I penciled this in since then,” said Bicocchi. The combination of weight, vehicle dynamics and aerodynamics, along with customized Pirelli tires, allow drivers to reach lateral

accelerations beyond 2G under normal conditions of use. Excellent control is enabled by Bosch ESP stability control systems. Bicocchi added that the car is “Fast but safe; stability, traction and braking controls seldom intervene. It is amazing because it lets you drive and does not give you anxiety; it has a great performance both on the mountain roads and on track. It has a brilliant engine, and its light weight allows for an authentic supercar performance.” The interior, stripped down to the basics and awash in carbon fiber, is laid out to maximize physical contact between the driver and the vehicle. Dashboard instrumentation is driver-centric and supplied via a motorsports-style display screen. When mounting the windscreen, a special control panel cover is provided with integrated additional commands for the windscreen wipers. Though street legal, extended trips may prove impractical as storage is limited to a pair of bins accessed by removing the backseat supports that are large enough to accommodate a race helmet, as well as a small compartment behind the engine. The base price for the Dallara Stradale is approximately $182,500; add an additional $37,000 for the windshield, roof, and doors. All of the vehicles produced for the debut were spoken for at the time of the unveiling this past November, and the company says it will limit production over the next five years to 600 cars (dallara.it). sl

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Of Note... Sofa So Good

Compiled by Colin Dennis

Clockwise from top left: Monterey sofa from Badgley Mischka Home (badgleymischka.com), Culpepper upholstered outdoor sofa from Century Furniture (centuryfurniture.com), Drake sofa from Kindel Furniture (kindelfurniture.com), Greta sofa in Mango Pewter from Studio A Home (studioa-home.com), Belt sofa by Moroso (chaplins.co.uk).

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Clockwise from top left: Trevisan sofa from Oficina Inglesa (oficinainglesa.com), Albert sofa by Albert Sack for Hickory Chair (hickorychair.com), Vamp sofa from Koket (bykoket. com), BRIXX by Lorenza Bozzoli is DEDON's first fully upholstered outdoor collection (dedon.us), Boutique Botero sofa by Marcel Wanders for Moooi (moooi.com), Hector sofa from Armani Casa (armanicasa.com), Fingerprint Ribbon sofa from bunakara (bunakara.com).

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STRIKE UP THE SAND Opened during the Jazz Age, The Don CeSar hotel reigns as the crown jewel of Florida’s Gulf Coast. Written by Caylee Matthews

Any person, place or thing approaching the century mark has undoubtedly experienced its fair share of trials and triumphs. Such is the case for Florida’s “Pink Palace,” The Don CeSar hotel, which commands a covetable stretch of powdery sand on St. Pete Beach. Opened during the height of the Roaring 20s, developer Thomas Rowe spent $1.25-million (300% over his original budget) on the 220-room property. Designed by Indianapolis architect Henry Dupont, the striking exterior represents a combination of Mediterranean and Moorish styles borrowed from developments in Palm Beach, Coral Gables and Boca Raton. The façade’s pink pigmentation defines the structure from any other for miles around, and creates a dramatic feeling of arrival as the hotel comes into view at the crest of the causeway bridge; it also happens to be the perfect complement to frequent cotton candy-colored sunsets. The Don CeSar quickly became a playground for high society, attracting the likes of F. Scott Fitzgerald, Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Al Capone. It weathered the Great Depression largely in part due to a three-year deal made with Yankees owner Jacob Rupert to house the team there during spring training. 48 slmag.net

Following the unexpected death of Rowe, who didn’t have a will, the property was left to his estranged wife. Not as passionate about the hotel as her late husband, she allowed it to gradually fall into a state of disrepair. The hotel was sold to the Army during World War II for $450,000 and converted into a military hospital, then an Air Force convalescent center, and finally a Veterans Administration Regional Office (which vacated the property in 1967). After sitting empty for two years, the dilapidated and graffiticovered hotel was scheduled to be torn town, but outcry from local residents stopped the wrecking ball. A succession of new owners and a string of ongoing improvements and additions have allowed the property, a founding member of the National Trust Historic Hotels of America to rise, like the proverbial phoenix, and reclaim its status as the crown jewel of Florida’s Gulf Coast. It has been awarded Four Diamonds from AAA every year since 1980. Today, the independently owned resort hotel boasts 277 guest rooms (36 of which are suites), six restaurants and lounges, two heated pools, ample event space, a spa and fitness center, Camp CeSar Kids Camp, the Shoppes of The Don and access to beach rentals and water sports. There’s certainly enough going on that it would be easy to spend a long weekend entirely on property.

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With treatments inspired by the oceans of the world, the 11,000-square-foot Spa Oceana features 16 treatment rooms and a rooftop relaxing terrace that overlooks the Gulf of Mexico. During my signature Hamsa Healing Ritual, I felt like an ear of corn as warm melted shea butter was poured over me prior to a balancing massage, which was preceded by a sound healing ceremony with Tibetan singing bowls. Relaxing continues poolside, where scheduled treats—from chilled towels to smoothie shots—are delivered throughout the day. Complimentary half-day kids camp is ideal for parents looking to squeeze in a little “me” time. A wide, white sand beach that stretches for miles in either direction is just steps away (complimentary nonmotorized watersports are available from 8-10am each day). The pinnacle of on-property dining is the award-winning Maritana Grille. Request a seat by the saltwater aquarium and you may find yourself dining eye to eye with a five-foot eel. The menu is comprised of locally sourced coastal cuisine and complemented by an extensive wine list. The Big Reveal, Maritana’s signature dessert, is a spectacle not to be missed. Casual, alfresco dining is offered at Sea Porch and The Beachcomber Bar & Grill. Beginning with Cuban Bread French toast at breakfast through Low Country Shrimp &

Grits at dinner, the Sea Porch serves up comfort food catering to all appetites. The Kronut Burger at The Beachcomber is a worthwhile indulgence. Both The Rowe Bar and Lobby Bar offer signature seasonal craft cocktails and local beers. The latter offers live music nightly in addition to Prime Time Bar Bites and Early Bird and Late-Night Craving menus. A favorite among young and old is Uncle Andy’s Ice Cream Parlor, which serves locally made small-batch Working Cow ice cream. Should you wish to venture outside the comfortable confines of the resort, there are a number of touristy towns nearby that seem to have changed little since I first visited the area some 30 years ago (an observation that elicited satisfied smiles from locals). While exploring a quiet residential neighborhood near The Don CeSar, we discovered Grace Restaurant in Pass-a-Grille Beach, a charming place that has a list of signature cocktails all named after local dogs, and an ambitious, upscale menu. A host of greater Tampa Bay area attractions are within a 30-minute drive, including The Dali Museum, premier shopping and dining at Sundial in downtown St. Pete, Tampa Bay Rays baseball at Tropicana Field and access to championship golf courses. Room rates at The Don CeSar start at $279/night. For more information visit doncesar.com. sl

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Runway Takeaways from London and Paris

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3.Paradis AW 18 Entitled “EACH ONE TEACH ONE," the fabrics, finishes, shapes and details in the collection are heavily influenced by the 1968 youth counterculture and revolutionary ideas of the past and present. Collection photography by Fabien Montique parallels a series of corner photography taken by Irving Penn in 1968.

Astrid Andersen Ready-to-Wear and Bespoke AW 2018 Buffalo-era London was the inspiration for both the RTW and bespoke collections, a mash-up between the decadent and the rave. Fabrics in the RTW collection include colorful silk jacquard, custom printed silks, tweeds, tartans, glitter organza and puffer fabrications. Saga Furs provided inspiration and technical support for the bespoke collection.

Christopher Raeburn AW 18 Entitled “Immerse,” the collection draws inspiration from the beauty and fragility of the oceans, with a focus on responsible design and sourcing. Royal Air Force helicopter winchman coveralls, parachutes, and Russian and Danish naval blankets are among the pieces reworked into contemporary fashion items. Raeburn partnered with both cold water surf brand Finisterre to create functional outerwear, knitwear and tees, along with explorer footwear brand Palladium to devise a range of innovative footwear that embraces Raeburn’s sustainable design manifesto.

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Ziad Nakad Couture SS 18 Demeter, goddess of the harvest, served as the inspiration for the collection. Nakad is a master of precise silk embroidery and sublimated tulles. Intricate representations of wheat stalks are sprinkled throughout the collection in tribute to the goddess and as a symbol of accomplishment and peace.

Maria Aristidou Couture SS 18 A specialist in couture knitwear, Aristidou conjured a colorful fantasy world for her spring/summer daywear and eveningwear collection. Flower patterns in silk viscose and metallic yarns in elaborate embroideries decorate her luxurious knit fabric creations.

Rani Zakhem Couture SS 18 This was Rani Zakhem’s first couture fashion show in Paris. The concept of fire in various forms weaves throughout the sumptuous collection, which Zakhem says is dedicated to a “volcanic woman”. Geometric forms and draped silhouettes call to mind the disco era and designs by Halston. Other looks pay homage to the likes of Jean-Louis Scherrer, Yves Saint Laurent and Madame Grès.

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Kent & Curwen Under creative director Daniel Kern, the brand staged a presentation of their largest collection to date in January at their new London store in Covent Garden. Campaign images by British photographer and filmmaker Perry Ogden feature young London sportsmen and creatives. Founded in 1926, David Beckham became a majority owner of the brand in 2015.

What We Wear AW 18 For their third season, What We Wear tapped into the mindset of the modern-day, minimalistic man that comfortably sits under the radar, camouflaged with khaki, grey, navy, and black against hints of neon orange and reflective strips that are carefully positioned for when the wearer needs to be seen. Footwear to accompany the collection was created in collaboration with Amsterdam-based brand Filling Pieces.

Wood Wood AW 18 Entitled “Before and After,” the collection fuses the contemporary streetwear of Wood Wood with elements of Americana. Classic American wardrobe staples are updated in look and feel, while the transition from childhood to adulthood works as the thematic framework for the collection. Main materials include corduroy, raw denim, army twill, heavy wool, delicate silk and mélange knit, alongside more technical garments incorporating Primaloft insulation.

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Curating a Lifestyle: Once in a Lifetime In the world of art and antiques, jaded professionals are prone to mock words like “unique” and “important,” all the while using them when necessary to influence potential buyers to take note of a particular object. The truth is, to borrow a bit from Mark Twain, there are no new discoveries, only recycled works that we try to package up into the coveted “fresh-to-market” treasure the collecting audience so desperately wants to find. But, every once in a blue moon, a work of art or material culture is found that is so astounding an oversight, the entire world joins the art industry in breathless wonder. Such was the case when the venerable Christie’s auction company announced the fall sale of a portrait, known as Salvator Mundi (Latin for ‘Savior of the World’) by one of the most famous (and possibly the most talented) individuals to have ever lived, Leonardo da Vinci. Known as the ultimate Renaissance man, Leonardo was an accomplished painter, certainly - but also a brilliant scientist, mathematician, astronomer, cartographer and writer. He invented and envisioned concepts and contraptions that would not be developed for hundreds of years after his death. Of his roughly 15 or so works that still exist, two are recognized worldwide and parodied often: the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper. Based on style and the time period in which he lived and worked, Leonardo’s paintings would be described, considered and sold as “Old Masters,” the term that refers to works by European artists prior to 1800. In the auction world, as with most other industries, marketers rely on the old adage “fish where the fish are biting,” grouping similar styles of art, antiques and collectibles into auctions that appeal to a certain genre of collectors–presuming that when you appeal to a category loved by this defined group, you have a better chance of achieving the highest price for each item. However, Christie’s announced that Salvator Mundi would be included in its fall Post-War and Contemporary Art auction in New York, and set among works by modern masters like Mark Rothko, Andy Warhol, and Alexander Calder. A studied, romantic depiction of Christ holding a translucent, rock crystal orb in one hand while giving a benediction with the other, Leonardo’s painting stood in stark contrast to the whimsical colors and abstract forms of nearly every other work in the highpowered evening sale. As a few in the art world pondered why such a significant, in fact unique, painting would be sold out of context, most recognized that Christie’s wasn’t really selling an oil on wood panel by the world’s most famous painter. They were selling a oncein-a-lifetime opportunity, and they chose an audience known for staggering wealth and egos to match.

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You see, of the fewer than 20 known paintings by Leonardo da Vinci, Salvator Mundi is the only work to have been owned by a private collector and available for purchase. And, Contemporary Art buyers are known to love owning something that no one else can touch–literally and figuratively. As the sale date approached, Christie’s took the painting on the tour of a lifetime, exhibiting it in salerooms across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and culminating in a weeks-long preview at the company’s headquarters in New York City’s Rockefeller Center. So popular was the exhibit that patrons waited for hours to have just a few moments standing in front of the masterpiece. Christie’s even made a video to document viewers’ reactions, mounting a camera at the base of the painting and editing emotional moments of awe and wonder against a backdrop of powerful music. As my teenage son might say, the opportunity was “well-played” by Christie’s. As the art world rumbled and grumbled about the authenticity and condition of the painting, the people who mattered (potential bidders) frothed at the mouth, and estimates and guesstimates as to a final selling price were debated like Super Bowl odds in Vegas. Who would pay millions for a painting that no one can even guarantee was painted by Leonardo? Though the painting had been documented as a commissioned work during his lifetime, multiple copies had been created over the years by students and followers of Leonardo. Records tracing the original work leave gaps of decades through the 18th, 19th and early 20th centuries; and, remarkably, when this example came to auction in the 1950s, it was sold for about $50 as a very damaged version by one of Leonardo’s lesser pupils. In 2005, the painting came to auction again, this time at a small auction company in New Orleans. A handful of dealers who specialize in Old Masters put together a partnership and bought the painting for less than $10,000, gambling that underneath an absurd amount of overpainting lay a treasure like no other. Investing in a quality restoration and respected authentication, the team managed to have the painting displayed at the National Gallery of Art as an original Leonardo, and successfully parlayed their investment into a $10M sale to a Swiss dealer in 2013. Each time the painting changed hands, the sales price grew exponentially, until Christie’s hammer fell on an historic night in November for $400,000,000 plus fees to the buyer, which brought the final price to a record-setting, earth-shattering $453M. For more information about the Salvator Mundi, or to view the moving video “The World is Watching” by Christie’s, visit https://tinyurl.com/LeoAtChristies. sl Amelia Jeffers is an nationally-known auctioneer and appraiser who has worked in the fine art, antiques and bespoke collectibles market for over 20 years.

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MESSAGE ON A BOTTLE For the first time in its history, Château Margaux has created a special bottle design to commemorate an exceptional vintage and its iconic vigneron Written by Chloe Geller For more than five centuries, the innovations, talents and shared passion among the succession of families at the helm of Château Margaux have melded to create wines of great distinction. From the end of the 16th century, Château Margaux has been part of the rising elite of the “Premiers Crus” as it was, in fact, well before being sanctioned by the official classification of 1855. Among the most notable bastions of the brand was André Mentzelopoulos, who became its owner in 1977. Today his daughter Corrine and her own daughter Alexandra carry on his legacy, supported by General Manager Philippe Bascaules. Since its founding, the vineyards that comprise 650-acre estate have occupied the same plots at the heart of the Margaux appellation. Over generations, continued experimentation, observation and adaptation to the terroir have enriched the 60 slmag.net

savoir-faire to the point that it has become an integral part of the terroir itself. Awareness of heritage and an openness to modernity (including the construction of new cellars designed by Lord Norman Foster in 2015) allows Château Margaux to create wines that are both softer and more concentrated; they are easier to drink young but have not, however, lost any of their extraordinary aging potential. Technological innovations have also extended to the bottling process, with Château Margaux implementing a number of measures designed to guard against counterfeiting and to enable better means of tracking. A laser marking system extends the tracking of wines beyond the bottling stage, while a bubble-code security system fixed to the cap of all bottles from 2011 onward permits ease of authentication.

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Wines produced at Château Margaux include Pavillon Blanc du Château Margaux, produced from 100-percent Sauvignon grapes; Margaux du Château Margaux, a limitedproduction wine only available in a select few restaurants in France, the UK, Japan and the US; Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux, which is ready to drink a little earlier, while still having an excellent ageing potential; and Château Margaux Grand Vin, which has been recognized since the 16th century as one of the greatest wines in the world. For the first time in its history, and for this year only, Château Margaux has created a special bottle for its Grand Vin 2015. This wine marks a momentous occasion for the winery, as it was the last to be produced under the supervision of Paul Pontallier, who joined the estate in 1983, and assumed its

general management from 1989 until his untimely passing in March 2016. In place of the usual labels found on standard bottles, magnums, imperials and balthazars, all presentations of Château Margaux Grand Vin 2015 are decorated with a custom screenprinted design affixed to the glass. The bottle design pays tribute to Pontallier while reflecting the winery’s storied cellars and grounds, which are superimposed in grey and gold. The 2015 vintage was the last supervised by Pontallier and Corinne Mentzelopoulos believes the bottle design for this very great vintage is a fitting tribute to a legendary winemaker, who is widely credited with significantly modernizing and improving winemaking at the estate. Available now, the Grand Vin 2015 Vintage retails for $1,200. For more information visit chateau-margaux.com. sl

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A professional diving instrument, the BR 03-92 from Bell & Ross is water-resistant to 300 meters and driven by a Swiss selfwinding mechanical movement within its square steel case ($3,700; bellross.com).

ROLLING IN THE DEEP Watches to dive for Compiled by Colin Dennis For a present-day watch to be officially certified as a "dive watch," it must meet strict guidelines from the International Organization for Standardization. Among the required criteria is water resistance to a minimum of 100 meters; a watch face that is legible in total darkness (in addition to a glowing second hand to indicate that the watch is working, even in blackout conditions); and, magnetic, shock, and chemical resistance. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve selected a few of our favorites, all of which are equally suited to blue jeans as the deep blue sea. 62 slmag.net

Clockwise from top left: Ferdinand A. Porsche designed the original Aquatimer Ocean 2000 for IWC Schaffhausen in 1982. Limited to 350 pieces, the Aquatimer Automatic 2000 Edition “35 Years Ocean 2000” (Ref. IW329101) is the thinnest deep-sea diver’s watch in IWC’s collection. Despite the minimal case height, it functions reliably on dives of up to 2,000 meters ($6,999; iwc. com). In 2018, Audemars Piguet is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Royal Oak Offshore. Shown is the Royal Oak Offshore Diver in Day Into Night Purple, one of four new colors available for 2018. Waterresistant to 300m, the purple dial has a “Méga Tapisserie” pattern, white gold applied hour-markers and Royal Oak hands with luminescent coating. Purple rubber strap with stainless steel pin buckle ($19,900; audemarspiguet.com). In 1892, Edouard Heuer filed the first patent for a watertight case in the history of watchmaking. Since that time, the Aquaracer (a collection created in 2003) has continued to evolve, becoming a sports watch beloved by men and women in equal measure. This Aquaracer Lady comes in steel with a blue mother-of-pearl dial and diamond bezel. It is water-resistant to 300 meters ($3,350; tagheuer.com). First launched in 1953, the Zodiac Sea Wolf was one of the first serious diver watches manufactured and marketed to the general population. This heritage style was relaunched in 2014 with the Super Sea Wolf. This model features a stainless-steel case and uni-directional mineral crystal topring, glossy blue dial and C3 SuperLuminova hands and indexes ($1,195; zodiacwatches.com). Bremont was founded in 2002 by Nick and Giles English with a mission of crafting pilot's watches of exceptional quality. The S500 Supermarine is the brand's first dive watch, water-resistant to 500 meters ($5,095; bremont.com). For 2018, Jaeger-LeCoultre released a full range of watches inspired by the Memovox Polaris E859, the 1968 diver’s alarm that is now 50 years old. The Polaris Date resembles the vintage alarm, but is a time-only watch with a date display at three o’clock like the original Polaris. The 42mm solid casebook features an engraving of a diver ($7,750; jaeger-lecoultre.com).

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Clockwise from top left: The Calibre de Cartier Diver watch is water-resistant to 300 meters. Set within a 42mm steel case, the partly snailed blue dial has Super-LumiNova indicators. The blue rubber strap closes with a steel buckle ($7,900; cartier.com). Oris launched the Oris Clipperton Limited Edition in December, 2017. A percentage of funds raised by sales of the 2,000 pieces produced will go towards the protection of the world's oceans.Boasting the same roster of high-performance functions the Oris Aquis is renowned for, the 43.5mm stainless steel case is water-resistant to 300 meters and the case back is embossed with an outline of Clipperton Island and its coordinates ($2,227; oris.ch). Baume & Mercier Clifton Club 10339 is a 42mm automatic watch with a black dial and rubber strap ($2,250; baume-et-mercier.com). Hamilton's iconic submersible Khaki Navy Frogman watch was created for the US naval “frogmen” teams and featured in the 1951 movie The Frogmen, marking the brand’s very first on-screen appearance. Relaunched in 2016, the 42mm stainless steel model shown is water-resistant to 1,000m and ISO 6424 certified, the true seal of divers' watches ($1,095; hamiltonwatch.com). The Breitling Superocean II 42 with Volcano Black dial and black rubber strap is water-resistant to 500m. The rubbermolded fluted unidirectional rotating bezel displays easily discernable large numerals, a countdown of the last 15 dive-time minutes and a triangle with a luminescent marker at 12 o’clock. ($3,400; breitling.com). A reissue of a diving watch from 1960, the lines of the original the Longines Legend Diver watch are repeated, including the domed crystal, reminiscent of the technical limitations of the time. Water-resistant to 300m, the 42-mm stainless steel box houses an L633 automatic mechanical movement and sports an engraving of a diver on its case back ($1,795; longines.com).

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SUNKEN CITIES Ancient Egyptian Ruins Debut in St. Louis Written by Johnny Fugitt The grandeur and exotic allure of Ancient Egypt has long captured imaginations around the world. Combine the dream of unearthing carefully prepared mummies in secret tombs with the lore of Plato’s Atlantis and you have the non-mythical underwater Egyptian cities of Thonis-Heracleion and Canopus. Rediscovered and excavated in the last two decades by archeologist Franck Goddio, “Sunken Cities: Egypt’s Lost Worlds” is making its American debut in St. Louis. The French Goddio might be described as a 21st century blend of Jacques Cousteau and Benjamin Franklin. With adventure and the sea always beckoning, Goddio’s first career as an international economic advisor to the United Nations, French Foreign Ministry and various governments around the world didn’t fulfill his deepest passion. That lay in the darkened depths of sandy sea beds. The Sunken Cities exhibition made its international debut in Paris before moving to The British Museum, home of, perhaps, the world’s most esteemed Egyptian collection. For its inaugural American appearance, Goddio brought his imposing artifacts from the Nile delta to the Saint Louis Art Museum (March 25 – September 9). Goddio will be at the museum for two lectures during opening weekend. “I’m excited that the public will be able to see a wide range of excavated material – that is material that has been systematically and scientifically excavated, recorded, and documented,” says Lisa Çakmak, SLAM’s associate curator of ancient art. “People will see that something came out of the sea in nearly pristine conditions. Others haven’t survived quite as well. And the range – some are exceptional objects of beauty and others are modest objects of personal devotion.” The ancient Egyptian artifacts are popular permanent pieces at the Art Museum and Sunken Cities adds a new layer of understanding to the Late, Ptolemaic and Roman Periods in Egyptian history. With pieces weighing more than 10,000 pounds, the logistics of the exhibition were a monumental undertaking. Pieces were moved via air freight from Europe with the Museum requiring cranes for installation. This special exhibit was made possible by the collaboration of a number of supporters, including the Hilti Foundation and Egyptian Ministry of Antiquities. “The donor community in St. Louis really has stepped up, too,” says Jeanette Fausz, director of exhibitions and collections. “We are especially grateful to the William T. Kemper Foundation–Commerce Bank, Trustee, which provided funding to offset loan fees and installation costs, and Edward Jones, which has provided lead corporate support for our presentation of Sunken Cities. I also should mention that we have received considerable assistance from Explore St. Louis, which believes the exhibition can be a strong tourism draw for the region.” For families, students of history and those appreciative of modern-day adventurers, Sunken Cities is an exhibit not to be missed. sl Opposite page, clockwise from top left: Bust of the black stone queen set up underwater on site, Heracleion, Egypt; Ptolemaic Period; granodiorite; height: 86 5/8 inches; National Museum, Alexandria (SCA 283), IEASM Excavations. Photo: Christoph Gerigk © Franck Goddio/Hilti Foundation. “Colossal statue of the god Hapy” Thonis-Heracleion, Aboukir Bay, Egypt, 4th century BC; red granite; height: 17 feet 8 5/8 x 35 7/16 inches, weight: 6 tons; Maritime Museum, Alexandria (SCA 281), IEASM Excavations. Photo: Christoph Gerigk © Franck Goddio/Hilti Foundation. The stele of Thonis-Heracleion being raised out of the waters of the Bay Aboukir, Thonis-Heracleion, Aboukir Bay, Egypt; National Museum, Alexandria (SCA 277), IEASM Excavations. Photo: Christoph Gerigk © Franck Goddio/Hilti Foundation. “Black stone queen” Heracleion, Egypt; Ptolemaic Period; granodiorite; height: 86 5/8 inches; National Museum, Alexandria (SCA 283), IEASM Excavations. Photo: Christoph Gerigk © Franck Goddio/Hilti Foundation

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Nearly three years after its Broadway debut, Hamilton will make its way to St. Louis for 23 performances at The Fabulous Fox Theatre. Many will see the musical about America’s founding father, Alexander Hamilton, for the first time (perhaps the third or fourth time for members of the Hamilsquad!). Another hot ticket during the show’s run is to see Mandy Gonzalez, the actress currently playing the role of Alexander Hamilton’s flirtatious friend, Angelica Schuyler, on Broadway. She will perform from her new album, “Fearless,” in St. Louis for one night only on April 16 at a benefit concert at The Sheldon. “When I wrote my contract for Hamilton I knew I would be going on tour with my new album and would need certain nights off [from the New York Broadway production]. Some people take vacations to Jamaica but I’m using my vacation days to go on the road with this album,” Gonzalez says. In terms of mastering the concept of time–in addition to her Broadway role, Gonzales continues to fit television roles in her schedule, including working at The White House on CBS’ Madam Secretary–Gonzalez refers to her family’s work ethic as her inspiration and quite simply, “just the way we do things.” Her grandmother was a migrant worker and Gonzalez’s mother also worked full-time while taking care of the family. Gonzalez explores her Mexican and Jewish roots in the title song of her debut album, “Fearless.” Gonzalez shares a tender story about “fearing less,” and how her mother met her father after the two were PenPals during the Vietnam War. “My mom would write these letters to soldiers. And one day a soldier who she had corresponded with for more than a year came to her door after falling in love through these letters the two had written,” Gonzalez explains of the inspiration for her song. The lyrics and melody came from a call Gonzalez feared making to her “dear friend” she calls Lin-Manuel [Miranda]. “You know he [Miranda] is kind of busy so I was afraid to make this call to ask him to write a song for me and he asked me what I feared and so part of this is about actually fearing less [fear-less],” says Gonzalez. The two became close after she starred in Miranda’s show, In The Heights, and many years later of course, Hamilton. While Gonzalez won’t be singing Hamilton songs at The Sheldon when she performs, she will sing “Breathe” from In The Heights and tunes from her role as Elphaba in Wicked, in addition to her songs from “Fearless.” To take a line from Hamilton, we asked her for “three fundamental truths (about her adult self ) at the exact same time. One of the truths is her “amazing support system” of family, friends and her #FearlessSquad, “a community of empowerment for people to work together and live their dreams.” Gonzalez’s husband, Douglas Melini, is one of her strongest supporters. Philip Slein of Philip Slein Gallery in the Central West End says Melini is “one of the hottest artists in New York right now.” Slein has three of Melini’s pieces in his gallery. But it was actually at one of Melini’s shows in New York where Gianna Jacobson, the publisher of december magazine, convinced Gonzalez to headline a benefit concert in St. Louis for the critically-acclaimed national literary publication, headquartered in our backyard. We’re ecstatic Broadway is giving Gonzalez the night off for this special concert. sl *Tickets to see Mandy Gonzalez perform from her “Fearless” tour are available at decembermag.org or metrotix.com. Hamilton tickets are no longer available through The Fox Theatre box office or MetroTix. Additional seats may be made available for sale closer to the engagement as will a lottery.

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JACK BUCK AWARDS Yadier Molina of the St. Louis Cardinals was honored as “Sports Personality of the Year” at the annual Jack Buck Awards. The ceremony was held at the Missouri Athletic Club. St. Louis Blues owner Tom Stillman received the Jack Buck Award.

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OPERA THEATRE HOLIDAY CELEBRATION

Opera Theatre of Saint Louis hosted its annual holiday celebration at Bellerive Country Club. Caroling was led by former Gaddes Festival Artists Michael Day and Monica Dewey. Soprano Deanna Breiwick also performed for dinner guests.

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The Veiled Prophet crowned his Queen, Miss Corinne Marie Condie, at the annual Veiled Prophet Ball, held at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch. Condie is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Parker B. Condie Jr. She graduated with honors from John Burroughs School and is currently a sophomore at Brown University.

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SAINT LOUIS FASHION FUND INCUBATOR TURNS ONE The Saint Louis Fashion Fund Incubator celebrated its first birthday with a stylish celebration at its Washington Avenue home. St. Louis business leaders joined the Incubator’s inaugural class of designers in welcoming guests and speaking about the accomplishments of the organization.

YOUNG FRIENDS OF MERCY MASQUERADE The Young Friends of Mercy Masquerade celebrated with a Great Gatsby theme at their fundraiser at Palladium St. Louis. The organization is a group of young professionals passionate about giving back to their community and supporting Mercy Hospital St. Louis and Mercy Health.

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The Rotunda in St. Louis City Hall lit up for the annual Mayor’s Mardi Gras Ball. Money raised goes to the Mardi Gras Foundation, which makes community grants for the wellbeing of Downtown St. Louis and Soulard.

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