10 Gorgeous Art Books to Show Off on Your Coffee Table

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse may be one of the most critically acclaimed films to come out of the Spider-Man movie franchise by far. For anyone who's seen the movie and found themselves completely dazzled by the visuals, this art book offers a deep dive into the animated movie's concept art, storyboards, and the creative process of making such a well-known superhero story feel new again.

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The titular "lost words" in this art book refer to nature-related words that were omitted from a 2007 edition of the Oxford Junior Dictionary, in favor of terms like "broadband" and "voicemail." The lost words, including "daffodil," "acorn," and "willow," are rendered here in beautiful illustrations, and detailed with whimsical captions.

Though this may be a book geared toward younger readers, folks of all ages will appreciate the grace of its naturalistic imagery, as well as the poignancy of its message.

This encyclopedic, 400-page art book by wildlife photographer Joel Sartore is nothing short of breathtaking. Sartore's mission is to photograph every animal species alive on earth — especially ones that are endangered. To do that for this book, he visited zoos and rescue centers to observe and photograph these animals, many of which are rarely ever seen up close.

There are so many great cookbooks that are also worthy of the "art book" mantle. This recent favorite of ours, written by chefs Jeremiah Stone and Fabián von Hauske, adds a lot of visual zest to your coffee table, and its contents feel far more editorial than your average cooking tome.

Pulling recipes from the menus of their renowned, NYC-based sister restaurants, Wildair and Contra, its clear, concise instructions make mastering this five-star fare a lot more digestible.

Former Chief Official White House Photographer Pete Souza captured President Barack Obama's candor, humor, and humanity throughout his 8 years in office, producing some of the most iconic images of his presidency. In this art book, published in 2017, he presents these snapshots in time with stunning detail and contextualizes each photo in his captions.

Following a similar style to his incredibly popular Instagram, Souza has recently released a new photo book, Shade, that presents the stark visual juxtapositions between the Obama and Trump administrations in a witty, yet sobering way.

The patron saint of maximalism, Iris Apfel's flair for accessorizing and pattern-mixing is matched only by her magnetic joie de vivre. This enchanting art book contains the renowned textile collector's witticisms on everything from style, beauty, art, and aging, in her own words, and through her own original lens.

New York Magazine editor Wendy Goodman's May I Come In? is an art book that appeals to the interior-design voyeur in all of us. From the upscale to the most eccentric spaces, this book allows readers to sneak a peek at various interior words, illuminating the inimitable artistry of each one.

Once you pick up this book, you won't be able to see the colors of your world in quite the same way. The Secret Lives of Color is a gorgeously designed, vibrant read that categorizes each chapter by hue, and elucidates on the cross-cultural and historical significance of each one.

Maira Kalman's illustrations are known for their fanciful, storybook-like quality, making her book, Cake, as satisfying to flip through as it is to read. Each mouthwatering illustration is accompanied by heartfelt memories of pastries from long-past, along with recipes from cookbook author Barbara Scott-Goodman.

Joanna Gaines' latest book is about the easy, yet infinite ways that her signature modern farmhouse aesthetic can be translated into any home. In the book's 300 pages, the Fixer Upper star spills all of her design secrets from her favorite house revamps and projects — it's truly a must-have for novice homeowners and seasoned interior designers alike.