A Day at Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte

A Day at Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte

An insiderâ‚¬s tour of the magnificent seventeenth-century castle and gardens, conceived by Le Vau, Le Brun, and Le NÂ´tre, that inspired the great chteaux of Europe. Ã¯Â»Â¿Vaux le Vicomteâ‚¬s rich history began in 1641, when infamous finance minister Nicolas Fouquet bought the estate and enlisted architect Louis Le Vau, decorator Charles Le Brun, and garden designer AndrÂ© Le NÂ´tre to transform it into a lavish residence. His extravagance piqued Louis XIVâ‚¬s jealousy, and he was thrown into prison for mishandling funds. The chteau inspired the design of Versailles and was later home to the great chef Vatel, who famously died for his art.Â
This volume traces the chteauâ‚¬s history from the seventeenth century through the Belle â€°poque, World War I, and its public opening in 1968. Exclusive photography and archival documents offer unprecedented access to the chteau, furnishings, and gardens, and illuminate the extraordinary secrets of court life and centuries of celebrations that include the enchanting candlelit tours held today.
Country USA
Brand FLAMMARION
Manufacturer Flammarion
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 170 colour illustrations
Color Multicolor
ReleaseDate 2015-09-08
UnitCount 1
EANs 9782080201997

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