Versailles Hardback Beautiful book in slipcase Arizzoli Clementel Citadelles Mazenod Beautiful book gift 2013

An exceptional, monumental art publication dedicated to the Palace of Versailles. Created under the direction of Pierre Arizzoli-Clémentel (former General Director of the Palace of Versailles) with photography by Marc Walter.

ISBN 9782850885662 (the 527-page, 4.1 kg 2013 Citadelles & Mazenod hardcover in slipcase)

Published by the premier French art house Citadelles & Mazenod, this magnificent volume offers a private tour through the opulent halls, glittering galleries, royal chambers, and expansive gardens of France’s iconic estate. Accompanied by scholarly essays from leading French art historians, the book features hundreds of full-color photographs, architectural plans, and fine art reproductions printed on heavy, high-grade art paper.

Complete with its original custom-illustrated hard slipcase, this is a centerpiece volume for collectors of French history, Baroque architecture, and interior design.

Specifications:

• Publisher: Citadelles & Mazenod, Paris

• Direction: Pierre Arizzoli-Clémentel

• Photography: Marc Walter

• Language: French

• Binding: Large Format Hardcover with illustrated slipcase (emboîtage)

• Dimensions: Large Folio / Coffee Table Art Book

Condition Report:

• Book: Fine condition; tight spine, pristine pages, vivid color plates.

• Slipcase: Near fine condition with light edge/shelf wear.