Private Houses of France: Living with History

Author(s): Christiane de Nicolay-Mazery

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A dozen aristocratic French families invite readers to experience their elegant lifestyle, from the royal stag hunting tradition of Louis XI and Louis XIII at the Chateau de Champchevrier to Hubert de Givenchys elegant Parisian townhouse imbued with grandeur and comfort in the style of Napolean III. The featured houses, illustrated with specially commissioned photography, represent key periods of French decoration. The exquisite Renaissance architecture of Chateau dAnet and its sumptuous interiors with great fireplaces, silk upholstered sofas, and soft lighting exude the notorious ardor between Henri II and Diane de Poitiers. The hidden sanctuary of a Parisian manor reveals a dignified library and a harmonious blend of antique and contemporary fabrics and sculptures. A grand salon with Versailles parquet is illuminated by a Louis XVI crystal and amethyst chandelier. Meticulously planned gardens beckon contemplation and dining tables replete with crystal and silver are a visual feast. From the architecture, garden designs, furniture, textiles, and art collections, these exclusive private homes are a rich source of interior design inspiration.

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Christiane de Nicolay-Mazery spent twenty-five years at the leading Parisian auction house, Hotel Drouot, before joining Christie's France, where she is a board member. She has published many books, including Private Houses of Paris and French Interiors: The Art of Elegance. Francis Hammond is a renowned lifestyle photographer. His work has appeared in many international magazines, including Elle and Martha Stewart Living, and in books such as Historic Houses of Paris: Residences of the Ambassadors and Versailles: A Private Invitation.

General Fields

  • : 9782080201645
  • : Flammarion Ltee
  • : Flammarion Ltee
  • : 0.567
  • : August 2014
  • : 1.26 Inches X 9.89 Inches X 12.2 Inches
  • : France
  • : September 2014
  • : books

Special Fields

  • : Christiane de Nicolay-Mazery
  • : Hardback
  • : English
  • : 728.370944
  • : 280
  • : 175 colour illustrations